Law And Security

Prepare for a career as a protection officer in government or private sector security.

Typical Length:

1 Year

Overview

Gain the knowledge and skills needed to protect yourself and others. You learn:

• Policing and security practices
• Interviewing, critical thinking and investigative techniques
• Effective communication
• Handling challenging behaviours and crisis situations

Work Experience

• Field experience is a mandatory credit course, providing the opportunity to apply your knowledge and skills outside the classroom.
  • Opportunities are typically unpaid and last approximately 5 weeks.
  • You must be 19 years of age prior to going on a work placement which is scheduled for late April.
• Transportation, accommodations and other costs related to work experience courses are your responsibility.
• For more information, visit work experience opportunities.

Choose NSCC

• This program exceeds federal and provincial standards for security officers. It meets standards set by the Canadian Standards Board for uniformed security.
• The program meets the requirement for those wishing to pursue a career with military police.
• You attend guest lectures and workshops in suicide intervention, critical and stress management, non-violent crisis management and Canadian Safety Council defensive driving.

Other Info

• Students enrolled in this program are required to wear a uniform while attending classes and during work terms, as well as wear appropriate gym attire for fitness and defence tactics courses.
• Employers in this sector require one or all of the following as part of the hiring process: current, official criminal record check, vulnerable sector check and/or child abuse register search. A conviction or finding in family court may impact your ability to secure employment.

Tuition

Tuition amounts are for the 2024-25 academic year. Program costs and fees (textbooks, supplies, etc.) are additional.

Tuition (Domestic):

$3,620

Tuition (International):

$11,690

Tuition, Fees And Program osts

In addition to annual tuition, there are program costs (books, tools, etc.) and student fees for College services, health and dental plans, your student association and parking.

View detailed program fees page(s). Please note that amounts on these pages are meant for planning purposes only. They don't represent final amounts owing.

Career Options

• Graduates work as protection officers in government, private sector security, private policing organizations and positions where certification is required.

Future Study Options

• Some graduates have advanced into policing and law enforcement education.