Correctional Worker (Institutions, Community and Young Offender Services) - Sheridan Institute of Technology and Advanced LearningCorrectional Worker and Services Education in CanadaCrime and Fire Programs -- Community College Programs
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Correctional Worker (Institutions, Community and Young Offender Services) - Sheridan Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning Combining theoretical and practical education, Sheridan Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning's 2-year Correctional Worker program exposes students to the knowledge and skills required employment, career advancement, and or further education in various areas of corrections and related areas and agencies. The Program will provide students with 'a theoretical foundation in the area of social sciences, with particular focus on psychology, criminal law and criminology.' Students will also acquire training in effective human relations, interpersonal, and vocational skills, including 'proper use of static and dynamic security techniques; correctional program development and implementation skills; crisis intervention and prevention methods.' During the second year of the Program, students will have the opportunity to apply what they have learned in the classroom to real world situations via a work experience placements in correctional settings like adult institutions, community-based agencies, residential facilities, and young offender institutions. To qualify for the 'placement, and at their own expense, students must obtain certification in CPR (Basic Rescuer) and St. John Standard First Aid and a criminal record check.' The 'criminal record check completed prior to the beginning of their field placements and/or employment.' Prospective students should be aware that having a criminal record may limit their options for placement and may even disqualify them from attaining a placement. Applicants with a criminal history should thus consult the program coordinator or a Sheridan advisor to discuss the situation. Graduates may pursue educational opportunities in various areas of criminal justice or related fields. Career-wise, graduates may be employed in such areas as child welfare, crime prevention programs, federal and provincial penitentiaries, halfway houses, observation and detention centres, offender reconciliation programs, treatment centres, and special community initiatives, among many others. For example, graduates may be employed by community based social service agencies, Correctional Services Canada, Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services, Ministry of Community and Social Services, Ministry of Children and Youth Services, privately operated group homes, and other provincial correctional departments and ministries. Students should note that 'careers in probation and/or parole work require a university degree.' Graduates can also pursue further education and/or training at various institutes, colleges, and universities across Canada. To be eligible for admission to the Program, applicants must possess an Ontario Secondary School Diploma, or equivalent, including 'one English, Grade 12 (C or U) or two senior-level credits in English (general or advanced).' Applicants with an OSSD or equivalent may still apply via mature student status. Eligible candidates 'are selected on the basis of previous academic achievement (the average of their six highest senior-level credits, including required courses).' Applicants should also 'be aware of the physical demands of the field and explore possible field placement and employment related standards before applying.'
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