Bachelor of Community and Criminal Justice (Honours)
- Credential:
- Bachelor of Community and Criminal Justice (Honours)
- College Code:
- CONS
- School:
- Community Services
- Program Code:
- 1240C
- Accelerated Delivery:
- No
- Campus:
- DO
- Academic Year:
- 2019 / 2020
About the Program
This program, delivered at the honours level, provides students with the skills to analyze the reasons for crime and the various approaches to crime prevention, as well as the means to support healthy and safe communities. It emphasizes the importance of inter-agency and inter-professional collaboration in addressing both individual and societal issues related to crime. Students develop strong problem-solving skills, systemic/critical thinking and interpersonal communication skills to become leaders within the community justice and criminal justice systems. Graduates are prepared to research, initiate, implement, and evaluate social policy and programs.Students participate in a co-op work term within probation and parole offices, correctional facilities, treatment facilities, police services, various residential centres and other community justice agencies benefiting from the strong base of community programs already existing within the Region of Waterloo.
Graduates of Police Foundations/Community and Justice Services/Protection, Security and Investigations/Social Service Worker programs should contact the program coordinator for information regarding their eligibility for advanced standing.
Program Information
Length: Four-year Academic Co-operative Bachelor's degree programDelivery Sequence: Doon (Kitchener) - September/2019 - Fall | Winter | Fall | Winter | Fall | Winter | Spring/Summer | Fall | Winter
Location: Doon (Kitchener)
Start: September
First-Year Capacity: 30
Note:
- Upon successful completion of the Human Services Foundation program (degree stream), students may apply to Conestoga's Bachelor of Community and Criminal Justice or Bachelor of Early Learning Program Development degree programs.
- Degree completion pathways exist for students completing diplomas in related fields, such as Police Foundations; Protection, Security, and Investigation, and Social Service Worker.
- The co-op work term occurs during the spring/summer term between the third and fourth years of the program. The co-op work term runs for 14 weeks .
Bachelor's Degrees in Applied Areas of Study
Conestoga's Bachelor's degrees:- are current and offer a balance of applied study and theory.
- offer integrated content across disciplines including business, liberal arts and sciences.
- offer personal learning experiences with smaller class sizes.
- result in a graduate with thorough knowledge and co-op work experience.
- provide opportunity for further studies in a number of articulation agreements with universities worldwide.
- are government approved and meet all ministry standards.
Admission Requirements
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, OR 19 years of age or older
- A minimum of six (6) Grade 12 U or M level courses with a minimum cumulative average of 65%, one of which must be Grade 12 compulsory English (ENG4U) with a minimum grade of 70% (Higher averages are often required for admission due to competition for available spaces in the program. The cumulative average required for admission in 2018 was 70%.)
Note re: Admission Requirements
- It is strongly recommended that one of the six courses be mathematics.
- Applicants with transcripts from institutions where the language of instruction is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency with a minimum test score on one of the following language proficiency tests or equivalent scores from another internationally recognized English language test:
- IELTS overall band of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 88
- CAEL 70, no sub-test band score less than 60
- PTE Academic 58
- Conestoga English Language Test (CELT) Band 6
- We offer a language program for students whose English language skills are below the standard required for admission but all other admission criteria have been met. An applicant will be eligible for admission to the degree program after completion of level 4 of the General Arts and Science - English Language Studies (ELS) program with an overall grade average of 80% and no grade less than 75%. Placement in the ELS program is determined by scores on an in-house English language test or TOEFL or IELTS.
Admission Procedures
- Academic strength is calculated by averaging all submitted Grade 12 marks (or equivalent) of the required subjects. If more than one grade is received for required subjects, the highest grade will be used in the calculation.
- Graduates of the Human Services Foundations program (degree stream) will be considered.
Program Requirements
- This program is transitioning to an updated design. For the 2019/2020 intake, qualified advanced standing applicants will have the option of starting in second year, or waiting one year to start in third year in 2020/2021. Qualified diploma programs include the following: Police Foundations; Protection, Security and Investigation; Community & Justice Services; or Social Service Worker. In 2020/2021, advanced standing will only be available into third year of the program.
- Mandatory practicum health and safety requirements must be completed by students prior to student field placements. Successful placement completion is required for students to progress to program completion. To qualify for field placement learning experiences, students must present the following at the start of the program in accordance with pre-admission information provided by the College:
- An annual Police Check for Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS). An unclear criminal record may result in the inability to participate in field placement which will jeopardize progress in the program. Acceptance for placement is at the discretion of the agency; some agencies may request students to provide a VSS completed within six months of placement start date. Students with criminal records are advised to meet with the program chair for academic counselling to determine program suitability.
- The academic requirements to be eligible for a co-op work term in a degree program are as follows:
- Minimum 2.5 SWA (65% session weighted average) in the eligibility term two academic semesters prior to any co-op work term
- Maximum two failures or withdrawals during the academic semester that occurs in the eligibility term two academic semesters prior to any co-op work term
- Must have successfully completed all but two core courses, according to the program design, by the eligibility term prior to any given work term (regardless of the level the student was placed in advanced standing)
- Students (even those on special timetables) will not be permitted to complete a co-op work term until conditions above are met and all but two core course deficiencies, according to the program design, are cleared
- Co-op work terms may need to be re-sequenced to allow academic deficiencies to be cleared or in the event a student changes cohorts (i.e. graduation is delayed by one year or more). Students may not repeat a passed work term
- Should a student's academic performance decline considerably during the term just prior to any work term, the college reserves the right to withdraw the student from the upcoming work term
Tuition & Fees
Tuition fee details for the 2018-2019 year are listed below. Fees for the next academic year are unavailable at this time. Books and supplies are additional.
Domestic Fees
Estimated fees based upon the previous academic year (2018 / 2019) for Bachelor of Community and Criminal Justice (Honours) - Program # 1240c
| Description | Fall 2018 | Winter 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Student Priority Fee | $50.65 | $50.65 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 | $70.50 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $28.45 | $28.45 |
| Administration Fee | $25.90 | $25.90 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $142.75 | $142.75 |
| Program Services Fee | $67.94 | $67.94 |
| Full time Degree Tuition | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Capital Development Fee | $72.65 | $72.65 |
| CSI Association Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI - Advocacy Fee | $5.75 | $5.75 |
| Program Tuition Fee (ACR) | $3675.00 | $3675.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 | $0.00 |
| Health Documentation Fee | $59.00 | $0.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $12.75 | $12.75 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $28.00 | $0.00 |
| Session Total | $4644.34 | $4262.34 |
| Year Total | $8906.68 |
| Description | Fall 2018 | Winter 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Student Priority Fee | $50.65 | $50.65 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 | $70.50 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $28.45 | $28.45 |
| Administration Fee | $25.90 | $25.90 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $142.75 | $142.75 |
| Program Services Fee | $67.94 | $67.94 |
| Full time Degree Tuition | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Capital Development Fee | $72.65 | $72.65 |
| CSI Association Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI - Advocacy Fee | $5.75 | $5.75 |
| Program Tuition Fee (ACR) | $3675.00 | $3675.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 | $0.00 |
| Health Documentation Fee | $59.00 | $0.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $12.75 | $12.75 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $28.00 | $0.00 |
| Session Total | $4644.34 | $4262.34 |
| Year Total | $8906.68 |
| Description | Fall 2018 | Winter 2019 | Spring 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Priority Fee | $50.65 | $50.65 | $0.00 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 | $70.50 | $0.00 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $28.45 | $28.45 | $0.00 |
| Administration Fee | $25.90 | $25.90 | $0.00 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $142.75 | $142.75 | $0.00 |
| Program Services Fee | $67.94 | $67.94 | $0.00 |
| Full time Degree Tuition | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Capital Development Fee | $72.65 | $72.65 | $0.00 |
| CSI Association Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI - Advocacy Fee | $5.75 | $5.75 | $0.00 |
| Program Tuition Fee (ACR) | $3675.00 | $3675.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Health Documentation Fee | $59.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $12.75 | $12.75 | $0.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $28.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Session Total | $4644.34 | $4262.34 | $0.00 |
| Year Total | $8906.68 |
| Description | Fall 2018 | Winter 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| Student Priority Fee | $50.65 | $50.65 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 | $70.50 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $28.45 | $28.45 |
| Administration Fee | $25.90 | $25.90 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $142.75 | $142.75 |
| Program Services Fee | $67.94 | $67.94 |
| Full time Degree Tuition | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Capital Development Fee | $72.65 | $72.65 |
| CSI Association Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI - Advocacy Fee | $5.75 | $5.75 |
| Program Tuition Fee (ACR) | $3675.00 | $3675.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 | $0.00 |
| Health Documentation Fee | $59.00 | $0.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $12.75 | $12.75 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $28.00 | $0.00 |
| Session Total | $4644.34 | $4262.34 |
| Year Total | $8906.68 |
International Fees
Estimated International fees based upon the previous academic year (2018 / 2019) for
Bachelor of Community and Criminal Justice (Honours) - Program # 1240c
| Description | Fall 2018 | Winter 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| International Program Tuition | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Student Priority Fee | $50.65 | $50.65 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 | $70.50 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $28.45 | $28.45 |
| Administration Fee | $25.90 | $25.90 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $142.75 | $142.75 |
| Program Services Fee | $67.94 | $67.94 |
| CSI Capital Development Fee | $72.65 | $72.65 |
| CSI Association Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI - Advocacy Fee | $5.75 | $5.75 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 | $0.00 |
| Health Documentation Fee | $59.00 | $0.00 |
| ISR | $375.00 | $375.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $12.75 | $12.75 |
| International - Degree Program Tuition | $6650.00 | $6650.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $28.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI International Health Fee | $485.00 | $0.00 |
| Session Total | $8479.34 | $7612.34 |
| Year Total | $16091.68 |
| Description | Fall 2018 | Winter 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| International Program Tuition | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Student Priority Fee | $50.65 | $50.65 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 | $70.50 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $28.45 | $28.45 |
| Administration Fee | $25.90 | $25.90 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $142.75 | $142.75 |
| Program Services Fee | $67.94 | $67.94 |
| CSI Capital Development Fee | $72.65 | $72.65 |
| CSI Association Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI - Advocacy Fee | $5.75 | $5.75 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 | $0.00 |
| Health Documentation Fee | $59.00 | $0.00 |
| ISR | $375.00 | $375.00 |
| International Health Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $12.75 | $12.75 |
| International - Degree Program Tuition | $6650.00 | $6650.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $28.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI International Health Fee | $485.00 | $0.00 |
| Session Total | $8479.34 | $7612.34 |
| Year Total | $16091.68 |
| Description | Fall 2018 | Winter 2019 | Spring 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Program Tuition | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Student Priority Fee | $50.65 | $50.65 | $0.00 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 | $70.50 | $0.00 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $28.45 | $28.45 | $0.00 |
| Administration Fee | $25.90 | $25.90 | $0.00 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $142.75 | $142.75 | $0.00 |
| Program Services Fee | $67.94 | $67.94 | $0.00 |
| CSI Capital Development Fee | $72.65 | $72.65 | $0.00 |
| CSI Association Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI - Advocacy Fee | $5.75 | $5.75 | $0.00 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Health Documentation Fee | $59.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ISR | $375.00 | $375.00 | $0.00 |
| International Health Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $12.75 | $12.75 | $0.00 |
| International - Degree Program Tuition | $6650.00 | $6650.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $28.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI International Health Fee | $485.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Session Total | $8479.34 | $7612.34 | $0.00 |
| Year Total | $16091.68 |
| Description | Fall 2018 | Winter 2019 |
|---|---|---|
| International Program Tuition | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Student Priority Fee | $50.65 | $50.65 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $70.50 | $70.50 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $28.45 | $28.45 |
| Administration Fee | $25.90 | $25.90 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $142.75 | $142.75 |
| Program Services Fee | $67.94 | $67.94 |
| CSI Capital Development Fee | $72.65 | $72.65 |
| CSI Association Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI - Advocacy Fee | $5.75 | $5.75 |
| CSI Health Plan Fee | $295.00 | $0.00 |
| Health Documentation Fee | $59.00 | $0.00 |
| ISR | $375.00 | $375.00 |
| International Health Fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $12.75 | $12.75 |
| International - Degree Program Tuition | $6650.00 | $6650.00 |
| CSI Legal Protection | $28.00 | $0.00 |
| CSI International Health Fee | $485.00 | $0.00 |
| Session Total | $8479.34 | $7612.34 |
| Year Total | $16091.68 |
Financial Assistance
The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) is a needs-based program designed to help Ontario students cover the cost of post-secondary education. Funded by the federal and provincial governments, OSAP is intended to promote equality of opportunity for post-secondary studies through direct financial assistance for educational costs and living expenses. These interest-free loans are intended to supplement your financial resources and those of your family. The majority of students apply for loan assistance via the OSAP website. Students can also print the application booklet through the OSAP website.For more information, please visit Financial Services/Awards.
Co-op Information
- Co-op programs add value to your education. Earn while you apply what you learn in a real workplace environment. See the Co-op webpages for more details.
- The College cannot guarantee co-op employment. All co-op students are required to conduct an independent co-op job search in addition to the supports and services provided by the Department of Co-op Education.
- Students are responsible for their own transportation and associated costs in order to complete work term requirements. Work locations may not always be readily accessible by public transportation.
Graduate Opportunities
Graduates will be well prepared for careers as probation and parole officers, police officers, community workers, front-line youth workers, policy analysts and program planners within government. Graduates may also work in crime prevention and response, community building, and within regulatory agencies. Training in criminal justice and human behaviour provides meaningful preparation for those seeking positions within other criminal justice fields including institutional corrections and border security. Scholarly and analytical skill development will also provide a strong foundation for those wishing to pursue graduate training in related disciplines.On average, 88% of graduates from the last three years (2015 to 2017) found employment within six months of graduation.
For more details on related occupations, job market information and career opportunities, see the Government of Canada website: https://www.jobbank.gc.ca/home
Pathways & Credit Transfer
Conestoga pathways enable students to build on their academic achievements in order to earn a degree or additional credential. Pathways are formed through agreements between Conestoga programs or partner institutions. View the transfer agreement opportunities for this program.Often applicants have earned credits from another college or university that may allow a student to be granted advanced standing or exemption. Learn more about credit transfer opportunities at Conestoga.
Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR)
Conestoga recognizes prior learning of skills, knowledge or competencies that have been acquired through employment, formal and informal education, non-formal learning or other life experiences. Prior learning must be measurable at the required academic level and meet Conestoga standards of achievement for current courses. Challenge exams and portfolio development are the primary methods of assessment. Other methods of assessment may be available depending upon the nature of the course objectives. Successful completion of the assessment results in an official course credit that will be recorded on the student's Conestoga transcript. PLAR cannot be used by registered Conestoga students for the clearance of academic deficiencies, to improve grades or to obtain admission into a program.Learn more about PLAR.
Program Courses
| Course Code | Course Title and Description |
|---|---|
| Level 1 | |
| ENGL71000 | Academic Communications
Description: This course is intended to develop the communication skills required in academic studies, which will translate into useful writing and presentation skills in Canada's increasingly intercultural professional and technical domains. Students will practice planning, drafting, and revising documents. The complex process of researching, creating, and revising arguments will encourage critical thinking, grammatical writing, and appropriate citation skills. Correct formatting of research papers and effective oral presentation skills will be emphasized. |
| LAW71115 | Introduction to Social Justice
Description: This course introduces students to social issues and concepts of social justice for application to the areas of community and criminal justice. Key topics will include structural explanations of social inequality and theories of justice. Examples will be drawn from groups and populations that showcase opportunities for community development and support for social inclusion. Through reflective classroom opportunities, students will discuss, review and connect these ideas in terms of their own interests, values and career aspirations. They also will begin the creation of a learning portfolio that will chronicle their learning process in the program and facilitate their reflections of learning about the field. |
| LAW72300 | Criminology
Description: This course develops the student's understanding and analysis of why criminals act the way they do, the settings and the transactional character of crime, the response to crime and the impact on victims and society. Various theoretical explanations of criminal behaviour including the sociological, biological and psychological are explored utilizing an integrated approach to analysis and response. |
| PSYC71240 | Psychology: Basic Processes Of Behaviour
Description: Psychology is the scientific study of human thought processes, emotions and behaviour. Topics of interest to psychologists include all aspects of everyday life, from simple to complex thought processes to behaviours that might surprise us. This course introduces students to the basic processes of human behaviour. The course begins with a brief history of psychology and its emergence as a science. Areas of study include: the biological bases of behaviour; memory consciousness; social psychology; emotion; personality and psychological disorders and their treatment. |
|
Electives: Interdisciplinary
Student must complete a minimum of 42 Hours | |
| Level 2 | |
| CRIM71000 | Applied Ethics in Criminal Justice
Description: This course focuses on ethical issues faced by individuals working in the Canadian Criminal Justice System. It helps students to clarify their values and establish a framework for ethical decision-making within inter-professional, work environments. The course will develop practical skills related to critical reasoning, constructive shared problem-solving, inter-professional collaboration and approaches to ethical dilemmas. Students will develop self-awareness of the bases of their own values and ethical practices so that they may make informed ethical decisions. They will continue the development of a reflective learning portfolio. |
| CRIM71010 | Restorative Justice
Description: This course will provide an overview of the concepts, traditions, and practices forming the bases for contemporary applications of restorative justice. Approaches to restorative justice will be introduced and critically appraised in relation to various practices, policies, and legislative and cultural contexts. Criminal justice theories of punishment will be analyzed in comparison to restorative justice theories. |
| LAW71400 | Canadian Law and Legal System I
Description: In this course, the student will be introduced to Canadian Law and the Canadian Legal System by becoming familiar with the language of the law and the terminology used throughout the administration of justice. Recognition of how law is established through judicial and legislative authority will be developed and the concepts and principles which form the structure and procedure of both civil and criminal law will be examined. This course enables the student to analyze the elements of an offence, to classify offences and to identify possible defenses in criminal cases. Students will examine specific elements of selected Criminal Code offences, such as offences against the person, against property and against public order. The student learns the responsibilities and limitations of citizens and officers in the context of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Students will research case law and assess its impact on criminal offences and use case law to argue or defend decisions. |
| PSYC71000 | Personal and Professional Orientiatons to Practice
Description: This course encourages students to explore their understanding of working with people in a supportive and professional way. Students explore values, biases, personal influences, and professional expectations as they relate to client focused services and supports in community and institutional delivery contexts. The emphasis on self-awareness requires the students to examine their understanding of themselves and their impact on people they serve. |
|
Electives: Interdisciplinary
Student must complete a minimum of 42 Hours Interdisciplinary Elective Details | |
| Level 3 | |
| COMM72000 | Interpersonal Communications, Interviewing and Facilitation Skills
Description: In this course, students are engaged in small group experiences to learn and practice counselling and facilitated meaning making skills. Students will learn about the theories and skills associated with client engagement, assessment, exploration of deeper issues, goal setting and initial contracting. Some emphasis will be placed on monitoring client progress and termination. A highly interactive course, student participation is essential in order to effectively practice these skills in a structured and safe environment. The skills developed in this course are transferable to counselling, consulting, research and community collaboration activities. Students will build on insights developed in Personal-Professional Orientations to Practice, to continue to develop self-understanding and awareness of their impacts on the people they serve. Students will continue the development of a reflective learning portfolio. |
| LAW71100 | Canadian Criminal Justice System
Description: This course covers the central components of the Canadian Criminal Justice System including the major criminal justice agencies and the way the agencies operate to identify, apprehend, process and control offenders. The integration of the Canadian Criminal Justice System is examined in light of contemporary social, political and economic issues. Changes to legislation, innovations in technology and changes in the types of crimes being committed and their impact are considered. |
| LAW72400 | Canadian Law and Legal System II
Description: In this course, students will explore how legislation impacts social interactions and social order in the context of application and advocacy. This course also enables the student to analyze the rights and obligations of citizens involving areas of civil law. This course will provide the student with a basic understanding of the development of labour unions in Canada in the Community Safety environment. Students will be introduced to the practical skills needed to manage effectively in unionized workplaces. Through primary research, and scenario based learning the student will have an opportunity to discuss organized labour from the viewpoints of both labour and management in the Community Safety Field. |
| PSYC72105 | Developmental Psychology
Description: Developmental psychology is the study of the process of change and continuity throughout the life of individuals. The course will follow the progression of these changes and continuities from conception through infancy, childhood, adolescence and early adulthood. The course will examine the theoretical, research and applied knowledge that has been gained in this discipline. Essential in this course will be an exploration of the contributing factors to both normal and abnormal developmental outcomes, such as deviance, mental health difficulties and health and wellness. |
|
Electives: Interdisciplinary
Student must complete a minimum of 42 Hours Interdisciplinary Elective Details | |
| Level 4 | |
| CEPR71050 | Co-op and Career Preparation
Description: This series of modules prepares degree level students for job searching for their co-op work terms and for their future careers. Students will examine the co-operative education policies and procedures and will learn the expectations, rules, and regulations that apply in the workplace concerning social, organizational, ethical, and safety issues while deepening their awareness of self-reflective practices. Students will critically reflect on their skills, attitudes, and expectations and evaluate available opportunities in the workplace. Successful completion of this course is a requirement for co-op eligibility. |
| HEAL71010 | Health and Wellness
Description: This course focuses on theoretical and practical applications of the principles of health and wellness. Students are encouraged to identify and assess their present state of health and wellness skills, and will then be required to apply wellness theory and new health related skills in order to improve and/or maintain their overall wellbeing in the areas of physical fitness, stress management and psychological health, and proper nutrition. Knowledge and skills developed in this course will assist students as they prepare for careers in law enforcement and criminal justice professions. In particular, students will be better equipped to recognize critical work-related stressors, caused by acute physical, mental, and emotional demands, and apply theories and strategies to enable them to minimize their effects. |
| LAW73010 | Youth Justice
Description: This course enables the student to get a clear appreciation of the historical/philosophical evolution of the youth criminal justice system. Students will examine and analyze, in the context of the Youth Criminal Justice Act and other relevant legislation, the detention, interviewing and processing of young offenders through the criminal justice system. Students will learn to interpret and apply the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA) in relevant police investigations. In addition, students will be able to summarize and appraise extrajudicial measures which may be employed with a view to aiding and rehabilitating a young offender and the conditions under which they may be used. |
| LAW73035 | Crime Prevention and Community Safety
Description: This course develops the student's ability to analyze, understand and apply various theories and measures for preventing crime and enhancing community safety and wellbeing. Anticipation, recognition and appraisal of crime risk and the initiation of strategies to reduce or remove crime are studied. Students will be introduced to strategies for strengthening community resilience with an emphasis on collaborative, risk-based approaches. This course will also encourage students to reflect on their own attitudes and perspectives to crime prevention and community safety and wellbeing. |
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Electives: Interdisciplinary
Student must complete a minimum of 42 Hours Interdisciplinary Elective Details | |
| Level 5 | |
| FPLT73000 | Field Placement I (Bachelor of Community and Criminal Justice
Description: This is both a community based placement and a weekly seminary class focusing on the development and integration of professional practice skills through active learning, community involvement, and exploration. The placement will involve opportunities for supervised community involvement for mutual gain of both the student and the host organization. The seminar will support and extend the placement through an emphasis on: self-awareness; organizational acuity and organizational behaviour; the application of knowledge and skills; and professional meaning making. The course will also provide an opportunity for students to reflect on their placements in the context of: organizational structures, roles and accountabilities; service delivery models; and individual services and service systems. Students will continue the development of a reflective learning portfolio. |
| PSYC73020 | Cognitive and Social Psychology
Description: Students will examine human cognitive and social processes and how individuals deal with real-life situations including problem solving and decision making. Topics covered include perception, memory, attention, attributions, social networks and social support, social identity, errors and biases, heuristics, stereotypes, prejudice, radicalization and terrorism, stigma and racism. |
| PSYC73040 | From Trauma to Recovery: Victimhood to Social Inclusion
Description: This course will focus on the nature and extent of traumatic experiences among populations involved in community justice and criminal justice. Theories of trauma and their application in treatment and support environments will be explored, along with concepts and research related to resilience, social inclusion, hope, and recovery. The criminal justice system will be analyzed for how it responds to trauma. Students will examine community-based and professional models of trauma recovery, with a special focus on arts-based and peer support programs. Vicarious trauma will be studied and students will have opportunity to reflect upon how to maintain health while working in the field of trauma. |
| RSCH73000 | Understanding Research
Description: This course will present an overview of social scientific methods. The course will address the major components of the research process, including development of theoretically informed hypotheses, implementation of theoretical concepts, development of data collection instruments, testing of hypotheses through data analysis, and the presentation of research results. The student will develop the skills necessary to read and critically analyze social science research and discuss the ethics of social research. |
| SOC73040 | Diversity: Special Populations in Community and Criminal Justice
Description: In this course, students will critically assess social inequality and the distinctive positions of certain groups in relation to community and criminal justice. Topics will include aging populations, LGBTQ, women, poverty, race and ethnicity, colonial experiences, different abilities and religion. Through analysis of diversity and by engaging in self-reflection, students will examine the definitions of diversity and the enablers and barriers to social inclusion. This course orients learners to diversity from the perspective of anti-oppression frameworks. The course examines the social construction of social problems from a lens that highlights oppression and dominance. Issues around social justice and diversity are positioned to inform the learner about the personal, cultural, and institutional forms of oppression that maintain privilege for some and oppression for others. |
| Level 6 | |
| FPLT73010 | Field Placement II (Bachelor of Community and Criminal Justice
Description: Building on Field Placement I (Bachelor of Community and Criminal Justice), students will use their community placements and weekly seminars to extend individual and group learning and insights, to identify personal interests, and to further consolidate skill development in anticipation of the coop work term and the fourth year capstone research projects. Students will continue the development of a reflective learning portfolio. |
| LAW73040 | Human Rights and International Justice
Description: This course will examine current human rights and international justice issues. Students will examine and analyze significant topical national and international matters, including systems comparisons, vulnerable populations, transnational crime and justice, and social justice issues. Through analyzing legislation and justice practices internationally, students will explore diversity and complex social issues that impact human rights and international relations. This course will provide students with an overview of theoretical understandings for application and critically assess the application and utility of policies and legislation internationally. |
| PSYC73010 | Indigenous-Settler Relations in Canada
Description: In this course, students will identify and critically examine cultural diversity with respect to Indigenous populations, focusing principally on those living in Canada. Special attention will be paid to cultural and systemic forms of discrimination and oppression of Indigenous peoples in Canada, which has put Indigenous peoples at increased risk of conflict with the Canadian Criminal Justice System. The course will provide an opportunity for students to develop their knowledge and awareness of important teachings/practices across various Indigenous nations in Canada. Also to be explored are the various government-legislated Acts that have defined Indigenous peoples, the colonial impositions made upon them, and conflicts arising over land claims and treaty agreements. The course will end by addressing the healing that is taking place in many Indigenous communities linked to rights and aspirations for self-determination, as well as the responsibilities of settler society for decolonization. |
| RSCH73200 | Applied Research: Design and Analysis
Description: This course will develop students' research skills by exploring data collection, data management and analysis, and project planning and implementation. The aim of this course is to give students confidence in developing and carrying out basic research projects involving qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods designs. Attention will be given to approaches to utilization focused research. |
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Electives: Interdisciplinary
Student must complete a minimum of 42 Hours Interdisciplinary Elective Details | |
| Level 7 | |
| COOP73000 | Co-op Work Term I (Justice)
Description: The co-op work term will provide students with college-approved work experience within a community and criminal justice environment. Through this course, students will be provided an opportunity to build skills (physical and procedural skills including accuracy, precision, and efficiency); assist in the acquisition of knowledge in and application of knowledge gained in the academic setting (concepts and terminology in a discipline or field of study); develop critical, creative, and dialogical thinking (improved thinking and reasoning processes); cultivate problem solving and decision-making abilities (mental strategies for finding solutions and making choices); explore attitudes, feelings, and perspectives (awareness of attitudes, biases, and other perspectives, ability to collaborate); practice professional judgment (sound judgment and appropriate professional action in complex, context-dependent situations); and reflect on experience (self- discovery and personal growth from real-world experience). |
| Level 8 | |
| LAW74320 | Offender Assessment, Management and Intervention
Description: In this course students will examine and evaluate historical and current models for managing offenders in correctional facilities and supervising offenders in the community. The use of case management methods in the context of multi-sector partnerships is explored, including approaches to intake and assessment focusing on classification, risk factors and needs such as health, mental health, addictions, education and employment. |
| MGMT74040 | Principled Leadership
Description: This course provides students with a fundamental knowledge of leadership theory and leadership styles. The student will compare and contrast leadership and management, and learn leadership principles that can be applied within organizational and personal settings. Students learn about their own leadership style and reflect on how it could be used effectively in practice. |
| POLS74300 | Political Issues and Public Policy
Description: In this course, students will assess the structure of the Canadian political systems. Students will explore differing political ideologies, and the development, structure, implementation and implications of public policy. Students will explore how political ideologies and structures impact community and criminal justice. |
| RSCH74220 | Program Development and Evaluation
Description: This course will focus on designing and evaluating programs that support individual and community capacity building in the context of community safety and wellbeing. Students will explore approaches to, and factors influencing, program design including: social values; social policy; provincial and national priorities; economic climate; funder expectations; organizational resources; and research evidence. Students will engage with approaches to program evaluation and explore program evaluation tools and techniques as applicable to work in community and criminal justice. |
| RSCH74230 | Capstone Applied Research Project I: Planning and Design
Description: In this course students will demonstrate their ability to integrate the knowledge and skills learned throughout their course of studies including their co-op work term. It will entail the development of a major research project with an applied focus. In this project students will demonstrate their understanding of how to work across multiple sectors to address the needs of individuals, groups or communities at risk for encountering or being further involved in the Canadian Criminal Justice system. |
| Level 9 | |
| LAW72320 | Alternative Dispute Resolution Strategies
Description: The student will explore the various mechanisms of alternative dispute resolution and the rationale for each. The student, through practical exercises, will develop the skills necessary to advise a client about Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) and to take a matter through a form of ADR. The student will understand the role of a mediator. |
| LAW74330 | Investigation and Communication
Description: This course allows students to understand the role of various types of investigations in community and criminal justice, and approaches to communicating the findings of investigations. Through an exploration of investigative techniques within different operational contexts, students will develop technical papers and deliver oral briefs using common legal, enforcement, correctional and community formats. These formats include, but are not restricted to Crown Briefs, investigation reports, and oral briefings. |
| MNHL74000 | Mental Health and Addictions
Description: This course provides information about mental health and addiction and approaches to responding at the individual and system levels. It will build on knowledge related to trauma and trauma-informed helping, and focus on the bases for concurrent disorders, and on approaches to their assessment. The course will also review and distinguish among various approaches to treatment versus support focused services (e.g. case management, support coordination and peer support initiatives). The role of community-based solutions and responses such as housing stability and crisis response will also be covered. |
| PSYC74200 | Advanced Topics In Psychology
Description: This course provides students with the opportunity to explore and integrate psychological theories and research on the nature and treatment of a variety of psychological issues relevant to community and criminal justice. Special topics may include: risk assessments, sentencing recommendations and parole conditions; eating disorders; post-traumatic stress, suicidal ideation and self-harm; attachment disorders, neuro-developmental disorders and prosocial/antisocial behaviour; the causes and impacts of domestic violence and elder abuse. |
| RSCH74240 | Capstone Applied Research Project II: Implementation, Analysis and Knowledge Transfer
Description: As a continuation of Capstone 1, in this course students will demonstrate their ability to integrate the knowledge and skills learned throughout their course of studies including their co-op placement. It will entail the development, submission and presentation of a major project. In this project students will demonstrate their understanding of how to work across justice, health, education and social service systems to address the needs of individuals, groups or communities at risk for encountering or being further involved in the Canadian Criminal Justice system. Students will complete the development of a reflective learning portfolio. |
Program Outcomes
- Identify, describe and analyze systems, situations and conditions that heighten the risk for people encountering the criminal justice system.
- Utilize appropriate assessment and intervention strategies with marginalized populations such as those with mental health and/or substance abuse challenges and the socially and economically disadvantaged.
- Integrate into one's professional self knowledge of and sensitivity to issues of diversity in the broadest sense, for example, race, gender, age, sexual orientation, culture and socio-economic status, with a special emphasis on aboriginal issues.
- Analyze key features of the Canadian Justice System, inclusive of criminal, youth, civil and family law, and the trends and issues impacting on its evolution.
- Compare and contrast both the formal and informal development of communities and apply strategies to build community capacity, enhance safety, prevent and reduce crime and recidivism.
- Demonstrate the skills and abilities to effectively interact inter-professionally and intra-professionally for the benefit of individuals, groups, communities and systems, utilizing a variety of roles and strategies, such as, advocacy, brokerage, negotiation and mediation.
- Analyze and critically examine research, evaluation methods, legislation, policy and practice and the implications for the justice sector and other social systems.
- Integrate legislation, professional, organizational and ethical standards as well as personal values and attitudes in order to develop and adhere to a personal code of conduct that is consistent with the applicable professional code of conduct.
- Communicate professionally, credibly, and persuasively, in written and oral form, with clients, courts, and other audiences.
- Develop projects proposals, design and implement programs and services in a manner that allows for the evaluation of outcomes.
- Employ physical activity, fitness and wellness standards in order to develop a healthy, balanced lifestyle.
- Evaluate his or her own thinking throughout the steps and processes used in problem solving and decision making with respect to client situations.
- Utilize Co-op work term to integrate skills and knowledge into the work environment.
Police Studies Outcomes
- Demonstrate and understanding of the organizational components and their functions found within Canadian police services and the role of police in society.
- Assess the relationship of policing services to other participants in the justice system and other community service agencies.
- Develop competence to plan, conduct and document investigations.
- Demonstrate effective use of crime scene procedures used for searching, identifying, and collecting, recording, securing and preserving physical evidence.
- Interpret and apply the basic rules of evidence in accordance with case and statute law.
Community Justice Studies Outcomes - Apply appropriate federal and provincial legislation and policies impacting on institutional, community and youth corrections.
- Assess how police, courts, corrections, youth justice services carry out effective offender supervision, case management and community reintegration.
- Utilize a variety of investigative, interviewing and assessment techniques to assess offender risk and needs.
- Create and demonstrate interdisciplinary case management plans and intervention strategies that address criminogenic risk factors.
- Evaluate the challenges encountered by criminal justice and social service systems as they work in a collaborative manner and utilize traditional and alternative approaches to reduce crime and enhance community safety.
Program Advisory Committees
The College appoints Program Advisory Committee members for diploma, degree, certificate and apprenticeship programs. Committees are composed of employers, practitioners and recent program graduates. College representatives (students, faculty, and administrators) are resource persons. Each committee advises the Board on the development of new programs, the monitoring of existing programs and community acceptance of programs.Program Handbook
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Additional Information
Conestoga College has been granted a consent by the Minister of Advanced Education and Skills Development to offer this degree for a five-year term starting August 16th, 2017. Conestoga College shall ensure that all students admitted to the above named program during the period of consent will have the opportunity to complete the program within a reasonable time frame. Application to the Ministry for renewal of the consent to deliver is a prescribed and cyclical requirement for all degree programs at all Ontario colleges.Disclaimer
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