| September
and January Entry
Program Length:
Two-Year Diploma
Career Opportunities:
Graduates are prepared for entry level positions with
customs brokerages and private businesses who import and export
goods. Graduates are also prepared for positions with immigration
services and Canada customs.
Program Description:
The first year of the program provides students with a sound knowledge
of the justice system and insight into Canadian social and political
structures and human behaviour. This first year is common to all
Loyalist’s programs in justice services including Correctional
Worker, Paralegal (LASA), Corporate and Commercial Security (LASA),
and Police Foundations.
The second year of the curriculum focuses on courses related to
legal issues, practices and procedures directly related to customs
and immigration.
Approximate Costs (2003– 2004):
Tuition: $2,358.00 (two semesters)
Books and Supplies: $1,240.00
Relocation and travel may be required for field placement work experience.
Admission Requirements:
(a) Required academic preparation –
YEAR ONE (2002 – 2003):
OSSD/OSSGD or equivalent with courses at the general, advanced,
(C), (U), (M) or (O) level with Grade 12 English
or
mature applicant
Recommended academic preparation:
Grade 12 mathematics
(b)
Transfer to Another Justice Studies Program
Students who, at the end of Year One, wish to be considered for
admission to another justice studies program including Police Foundations,
Correctional Worker, Paralegal (LASA), or Corporate and Commercial
Security, are encouraged to discuss this with their faculty advisor
and/or program coordinator.
(c)
Field Placement – Year Two
The ability to meet job requirements and program completion outcomes
is demonstrated through required supervised practicum courses. To
be eligible for Practicum courses 1 and 2, all theory courses must
be successfully completed in each of Semesters Three and Four respectively.
In addition, placement agencies may have specific requirements.
Students must familiarize themselves with these.
(d) Field Placement
– Year Two
The ability to meet job requirements and program completion outcomes
is demonstrated through required supervised practicum courses. To
be eligible for Practicum courses 1 and 2, all theory courses must
be successfully completed in each of Semesters Three and Four respectively.
In addition, placement agencies may have specific requirements.
Students must familiarize themselves with these.
(e)
Criminal Record Check
A criminal record check by the student’s local police service
is required before placement in Year Two. Applicants with a criminal
record may not be eligible for the required field placement courses.
Applicants are encouraged to review their status with the program
coordinator.
(f) Health Requirements
A personal health history form must be completed prior to registration.
Applicants with special needs or limitations which may affect their
potential for future employment are encouraged to discuss their
program and career goals prior to enrolment.
(g) Transfer
of Credit
Applicants with prior education equivalent to Year One (university
and/or college) normally will be admitted directly to Year Two.
Applicants seeking advanced standing are encouraged to meet with
the coordinator to review their qualifications.
Loyalist/University
Transfer:
For more information on university transfer, please
click here. |
