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Ministry-approved title: Advanced Security Management
Durham College is a leading college that offers justice education in Ontario. The Advanced Law Enforcement and Investigations Graduate Certificate Program is delivered in two, 14-week semesters and provides students with opportunities to develop relevant applied skills specific to the field of justice.
Students in the law enforcement program will:
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Applicants who are internationally educated in a non‐English speaking country must meet Durham College’s English Language Proficiency Policy.
Please note: Applicants may choose to attend a voluntary applicant orientation session.
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Graduates of the Advanced Law Enforcement and Investigations program are well-prepared for a variety of rewarding careers in law enforcement, security, and emergency management. With specialized training and practical experience, you’ll be qualified for roles in policing, corrections, private security, and more, with opportunities for career advancement into supervisory or specialized positions.
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The Advanced Law Enforcement and Investigations program is designed for individuals with previous education or work experience. Aimed at college and university graduates, students will gain specialized knowledge and skills required to work as a law enforcement officer with supervisory-level knowledge and attributes. The curriculum covers advanced topics such as investigative techniques, crisis intervention, and public safety communications, preparing graduates for leadership roles. In addition to theoretical knowledge, there is a strong focus on ethical decision-making, leadership development, and community engagement, all of which are essential for effective law enforcement in today’s diverse society.
Emphasis is placed on the practical application of advanced skills in the subject areas required for practitioners in the fields of law enforcement and security, including:
As a graduate, you will be able to achieve the certificate of completion or professional designations (where noted) as follows:
The courses listed below are for incoming students. If you are a current student, please refer to your program of study for the year you began your program. Your program of study can be found on MyDC.
Courses, course descriptions and delivery formats are subject to change.
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Students will come to campus to complete in-person learning requirements. Detailed schedules, with course-specific delivery information, will be available after registration. Courses, course descriptions and delivery formats are subject to change.
The Advanced Law Enforcement and Investigations program opens the door to a wide range of career options within the law enforcement and security sectors. Graduates are equipped with advanced skills in areas such as crisis management and public safety communications, making them ideal candidates for roles in policing, border services, corrections, and private security. The hands-on training and field placements provide students with real-world experience and professional connections that can lead to immediate employment opportunities. Graduates of this program are well-positioned for long-term success in various branches of law enforcement and public safety.
The field placement element is an essential component of the Advanced Law Enforcement and Investigations graduate certificate program. Students are required to complete 112 hours of field placement in semester one and 144 hours in semester two for a total of 256 hours. Field placement provides students with direct supervised experience while still engaging in academic studies.
Students will work with the Field Placement Officer to secure their field placement position. Before confirming and commencing field placement, students require clearance from the program coordinator and field placement officer to ensure they have submitted all the necessary pre-placement paperwork and training requirements.
To maintain confidentiality and security, the Advanced Law Enforcement and Investigations program utilizes an independent provider, Verified by Synergy Gateway for field placement documentation collection and validation. This process is the Electronic Student Permit Checking (ESPC). There is a cost associated with this external agency. Please refer to the Advanced Law Enforcement and Investigations ESPC Information Package for details.
For more information contact Mary Sich, Student Advisor/Placement Officer.
Graduates may also be eligible to apply their academic credits toward further study through Durham College’s partnerships with many Canadian and international colleges and universities.
Looking for more pathway opportunities or to transfer to Durham College? Click here for more information.
To help students have the best learning experience possible, Durham College’s IT Services department has identified technology recommendations for each program based on course needs and software requirements. While not required, students may want to consider these suggestions if they are purchasing a computer or laptop for the upcoming academic year.
Processor: i3 RAM: 4GB Storage: 256GB SSD Operating System: Microsoft Windows 10 Professional or Education x64 SP1 Internet Browser: Internet Explorer 11 or Google Chrome (newest version) or Firefox (newest version) Network Adapter: 802.11ac 2.4/5 GHz wireless adapter Camera: Webcam/built-in camera Internet connection
Questions regarding technology recommendations can be directed to the IT Service Desk.
Yvonne Armstrong has over 20 years of Law Enforcement experience. First as a senior constable with Toronto Police Service and upon leaving policing joined OPG-Pickering Nuclear as an armed nuclear response force officer. Yvonne sits on the Mental Health and Addictions Advisory Panel to the Toronto Police Services Board.
Ron Kapuscinski has close to three decades of experience in law enforcement. Ron has experience in all areas of policing but has spent the majority of his career in criminal investigations. Over the last five years, he has worked in Professional Standards and previously, he led the Human Trafficking Unit.
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