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Corporate Safety and Security

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Key Details

Program Start Dates

September 2025

Please visit Ontario College Application Service to learn more about start dates.

Program Delivery

Campus / Full-time

Credential

Ontario College Certificate

Program Duration

2 Semesters / 1 Year

Program Contacts

Bradie Granger

Chair, School of Interdisciplinary Studies and Public Safety

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705-566-8101 ext.6435
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Program Overview

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Maintain law and order with a job in corporate security

Experience brand new courses and curriculum exploring how to conduct patrols and investigations, utilize security equipment, collect evidence, take notes, and make arrests. As a graduate, you’ll be able to walk off the campus and into a job armed with the skills and knowledge you’ll need to keep people and places safe. From concerts to hospitals, safety and security plays a crucial role in diverse industries like mining, education, casino, energy, retail, medical, residential, and entertainment. You’ll learn to communicate effectively with different types of people in situations of both conflict and calm and manage the movement of people and vehicles. 

After semester one, you’ll be eligible to earn your Security Guard License, and in semester two, you’ll be eligible to able to earn your Private Investigator License. When you graduate, you can pursue your career or take advantage of fast-track options to complete other Cambrian public safety programs. 

Please note: A criminal record can be a serious impediment to employment in this particular field. Many law and security employers insist on a clean criminal record. 

Program Highlights

Program highlights

  • Earn certifications as part of your coursework, such as safeTALK, Emergency First Aid and CPR Level A, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention, and more 
  • Prepares you to write the Ontario Security Guard License and Ontario Private Investigators License exams 
  • Job opportunities available in a wide variety of industries 
  • Multiple opportunities to learn from and with professionals from various organizations and companies through tours, community initiatives and volunteerism (service learning)
  • Option to continue into the second year to complete the PSIP – Protection, Security & Investigation (PSIP) diploma program or the PFPG – Police Foundations program

Admissions

Admission requirements

For graduates of the new curriculum (OSS): Ontario Secondary School Diploma (30 credits) or equivalent or mature student status, including:

  • Any grade 12 English (C) or (U)

International Student Admissions

Are you an international student? Learn more about additional requirements.

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Additional admissions requirements

A criminal record check may be required for field trips and volunteer (service learning) opportunities. A criminal record can be a serious impediment to employment in this field.

Recommendations

  • Grade 11/12 Physical Education
     
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Academic Upgrading

Are you missing admission requirements? Strengthen your academic skills for free at your own pace through Academic Upgrading!

Program delivery

Program delivery

2025-2026

Fall term start

  • Semester 1: Fall 2025
  • Semester 2: Winter 2026

Program of Study

Program of study for 2025-26 Academic Year 

Plan of Study Grid
Semester 1Credits
ENG 1002College Communications3
FIT 1020Justice Fitness Fundamentals3
GAS 1001Service Learning Experience3
LAW 1035Arrest Tactics and Techniques3
PSY 1090Mental Hlth for Public Safety3
HUM 1070Serving Diverse Populations3
One General Education course. 13
 Credits21
Semester 2
FIT 1120Justice Fitness Development3
LAW 1201Career Options in Law Enforce3
ENG 1008Communication for Public Safe3
LAW 1202Foundations of the Law3
SOC 1212Criminological Thinking3
LAW 1203Crime Scene Investigation3
LAW 1204Private Investigation3
 Credits21
 Total Credits42
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For more information regarding General Education courses, click here.

Fees

Tuition Cost

Canadian Students

$4,144.86Estimated first year costView fee breakdown

International Students

$18,240.24Estimated first year costView fee breakdown

Important Notice

Fees presented are estimates based on projections for future academic year(s) of study. Actual fees charged may differ from what is published here. A full detailed listing of all fees is available in myCambrian and updated annually no later than May 1 for the following academic year. Students in Academic Upgrading are responsible for any fees listed on their invoice each term.

Tuition and ancillary fees

Please see our fees page for the breakdown of tuition and mandatory ancillary fees by program and semester for both domestic and international students.

Books and supplies

Books and supplies may be required at the course level over and above what is estimated above. Please consult your professor/instructor for further information.

College may be more affordable than you think!

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Whether it’s fear, financial reasons, or something else that is impacting your decision to start school, we’re here to listen to you and help in any way we can!

Work-integrated learning (WIL)

Take your education beyond the classroom!

Cambrian programs blend academic learning, hands-on training, and community involvement opportunities to help you achieve your ultimate goal – your dream career. You’ll have the opportunity to apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios within and outside of the classroom through work-integrated learning. Whether it be a capstone project, co-op, practicum, preceptorship component, or placement, you’ll benefit from a practical, job-related experience before you graduate.

Field of Study

School of Public Safety

Commit to serve and protect by joining Cambrian’s School of Public Safety. Taught by seasoned veterans, you’ll get the training and credentials you need to become a powerful force for good. From enforcement and protection to rehabilitation and reintegration, our immersive programs focus on upholding human rights, protecting marginalized groups, and ensuring the safety and security of property and community.

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Specific program pathway

Students successfully completing the Corporate Safety and Security program may enter directly into the second year of the Protection, Security, and Investigation or Police Foundations program.

College or university degree opportunities  

If you are a graduate of this program, you may continue your studies at a college or university and you may receive credit(s) for your prior college education. Refer to Cambrian’s college and university agreement details for further information. 

Career Outcomes

Employment opportunities

Graduates are prepared for employment opportunities in:

  • Security guard and private investigation firms
  • Casinos
  • Various Governmental Agencies
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Need a career coach?

Explore how this program can lead to a great career! Cambrian’s Career Coach platform is a user-friendly, online tool that provides up-to-date and comprehensive labour market data to help you explore career options, salary expectations for the Greater Sudbury region, and more!

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Minimum technology requirements

Success in this program requires that you come equipped with some program-specific technology requirements.

Bring your own device (BYOD)

Cambrian College has implemented a BYOD principle to both enrich the student learning experience in and out of the classroom and to ensure flexibility!

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Ready to take the first step?

Start gaining the highest level of skills at Cambrian now – and you’ll be ready to take advantage of the many career opportunities waiting for you just around the corner. The future is yours!

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