POLICE STUDIES
QUALIFYING BRIDGE
Program Outline
Major: POBR
Length: 14 Weeks
Delivery: 1 Semester
Credential: Progression to POLC Program
Effective: 2009-2010
Location: Orillia
Start: May
Description
This five-course one semester program builds on the two year diploma in Police Foundations and Law and Security Administration by enhancing the student's post-secondary education to meet a degree-level standard required to pursue further studies towards completion of the Bachelor of Applied Human Services - Police Studies Degree. Throughout the bridge semester, students develop critical thinking and enhanced theoretical capacity through courses that promote leadership and a higher level of understanding in the theoretical foundations of a degree-level education in policing as it is applied to the police profession. Completion of the program bridges the gap between knowledge obtained through the diploma program and that required of a degree-level program in police studies.
Note:
This qualifying semester is designed to lead to completion of the requirements needed for meeting the standards of the Bachelor of Applied Human Services-Police Studies Degree, for which the college has been granted a consent by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities to offer for a five-year term. Qualifying bridge courses are based on curriculum GAP analysis for Police Foundation and Law and Security Administration programs. The college will 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.
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- describe the Youth Criminal Justice Act and how it pertains to the Criminal Code at an advanced level;
- interpret and critically examine the social trends and perceptions regarding the administration of justice;
- with an advanced level of knowledge of the Criminal Code, interpret individual statutes and case law, analyze the structure of the Canadian court system, and describe how it relates to criminal law and the Canadian appeal process;
- expand upon a basic knowledge of the Provincial Offences Act;
- examine provincial statutes, including the Liquor License Act, Child and Family Services Act, Family Law Act, Coroners Act, Tenant Protections Act, and the Trespass to Property Act;
- extend the application of the Hwy Traffic Act as required to work towards successful prosecution;
- apply advanced level research skills, literature review practices, APA referencing and advanced essay writing;
- model interpersonal and team building skills in diverse settings, applying knowledge of individual and group behaviour within the context of current social issues of crime and deviance.
Program Progression
Sem 1 - Summer 2010
Admission Requirements
Graduate of Police Foundations Program
OR
Graduate of Law and Security Administration Program
Graduation Requirements
5 Mandatory Courses
Graduation Eligibility
For progression to the Bachelor of Applied Human Services - Police Studies Degree programs, students must attain a minimum grade of 60% in each course.
Mandatory
POBR3000 Criminal Law Procedures
POBR3001 Introduction to Essay Writing
POBR3002 Modern Police Techniques
POBR3003 Special Topics in Policing
POBR3004 Youth Criminal Justice Act
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
POBR 3000 Criminal Law Procedures 42.0 Hours
This course critically examines Canadian criminal law identifying its unique features identifying the historical and theoretical base of the Criminal Code. Students will critically examine case law and assess its impact on the judicial system. This course also focuses on civil law procedures, law reform, the Supreme Court of Canada, common law and statutes. Students will develop the critical skills required to analyze contemporary issues within the justice system.
POBR 3001 Introduction to Essay Writing 42.0 Hours
This course is designed to introduce students to the advanced techniques of essay writing. This course will include an overview of essay writing skills and methods including APA referencing. Students will be required to develop analytical skills in response to literary texts and journal articles. Students will also be introduced to principles of argumentation regarding essay writing. A general goal of this course is to develop research skills and apply them to degree level essay writing within a police environment.
POBR 3002 Modern Police Techniques 42.0 Hours
This course is designed to help the student critically examine both the Highway Traffic Act and all Canadian Provincial offences. The students will gain an advanced perspective when dealing with traffic laws specifically federal offences. As well, the course offers an in-depth analytical examination of the Provincial Offences Act. The course will introduce students to practical exercise scenarios that will permit students to apply their knowledge of the provincial statutes and the Hwy Traffic Act.
POBR 3003 Special Topics in Policing 42.0 Hours
This course will examine the use of police powers as students employ effective problem solving skills. This course will address a number of comprehensive theories, and will provide students with a practical framework in policing. Students will examine powers of arrest, powers of search, and powers of detention in relation to the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Students will have the opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge by participating in hands-on activities relating to police practices.
POBR 3004 Youth Criminal Justice Act 42.0 Hours
This course will identify special circumstances surrounding the Youth Criminal Justice Act including interviewing, arrest, investigation and incarceration. Students examine the evolution of youth justice legislation starting with the Juvenile Delinquency Act, Young Offenders Act and the Youth Criminal Justice Act. Specifically students will be responsible for identifying the relationship between police and young persons.
Adults with significant life and work experience may receive credits toward a college certificate or diploma program through an assessment process.
More information about Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR)
NOTE: Information contained in College documents respecting programs is correct at the time of publication. Academic content of programs and courses is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational objectives and employment market needs. The college reserves the right to add or delete programs, options, courses, timetables or campus locations subject to sufficient enrolment, and the availability of courses.
Last Update: July 28, 2011.