Investigation - Public and Private - Sheridan Institute of Technology and Advanced LearningInvestigation Education in CanadaCrime and Fire Programs -- Community College Programs
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Investigation - Public and Private - Sheridan Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning Sheridan Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning's Diploma in Investigation - Public and Private is primarily designed for individuals interested in developing the 'theoretical, practical, and problem solving skills needed to succeed in' the field of 'public and private investigation,' inquiries, and surveillance. Among the major topics to be covered by the Program are Civil Law and Procedures, Computer Crime, Criminal Law and Procedures, Criminalistics, Criminology, Crisis Intervention, Economic Espionage, Emerging Trends in Commercial Crime, Insurance and Risk, Interviewing and Statements, Investigative and Intelligence Analysis, Investigative Reporting and Testimony, Investigative Techniques and Processes, Private Security, Psychology, Public Safety, and Surveillance. During the second year of the Program, learners will have the opportunity to apply what they have learned in the classroom to real world situations via unpaid work experience placements 'in the investigation industry, or in a related private or public organization' Students will be 'responsible for providing their own transportation to and from their field placement,' and a valid driver's license may be of benefit as 'many placements require shift work and/or travel.' Students should be aware that placement 'in a private investigation setting may' require learners 'to pay for licensing,' which will be approximately $30. Furthermore, 'prior to 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.' Students with a criminal record may not be able to find a placement. Prospective students should also note that they will be required to spend about $100, in addition to regular tuition, for 'purchasing film, processing film, video, etc.' Graduates of the Program can pursue careers and/or further education in Investigation or related fields. For example, graduates may pursue employment in such areas as commercial crime, copyright, patent, and trademark infringement, criminal inquiries, due diligence, insurance investigations, litigation support, public security, resources protection, risk analysis, and surveillance. Graduates may work for government agencies, insurance companies, private investigators, and public safety and security firms. Graduates can also advance their training and education in the field or related areas, such as corrections, court and tribunal work, criminal justice, criminology, law enforcement, and security. To be eligible for admission to the Program, applicants must have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma, or equivalent, including at least one Grade 12 English (C or U) course. The College advises that applicants have take Grade 12 Mathematics, or equivalent, and acquire 'basic computer skills,' although these are not required for admission. Individuals who are 19 years or older by the Program start-date and do not have the aforementioned credentials may apply via "mature student status." Applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check; some employer for the work experience placement will require students to provide the results of the latter directly to them 'prior to the start of the placement.' Students with a criminal history or who do not supply a criminal record check 'may be limited in choice of field placement opportunities.' Furthermore, 'applicants should be aware of the physical demands of the field and explore possible field placement and employment-related standards before applying.'
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