Social Services Worker – Indigenous Specialization
Ontario College Diploma
4 Semesters
School of Community Services
Key Details
Program Start Dates
September 2024
Please visit Ontario College Application Service to learn more about start dates.
Credential
Ontario College Diploma
Program Duration
4 SemestersProgram Contacts
Bradie Granger
Chair, School of Interdisciplinary Studies and Public Safety
bradie.granger@cambriancollege.ca
International Admissions
mailboxadmissions@cambriancollege.ca
Program Overview
Keep the peace by learning the basics of protection and security
Build a strong foundation of the fundamentals in criminology, sociology, psychology, and the criminal justice system to prepare for wide-ranging career paths wherever security teams are needed, including emergency services, policing, private security, and the Canadian Security Intelligence Services (CSIS) Forces.
Beginning in the first semester, you’ll get real-world exposure through field trips to witness security and protection systems in action. To complement your theoretical knowledge, you’ll undertake safe, hands-on training in our on-campus scenario room to practice different techniques and skills.
After semester 1, you will be eligible to earn your Security Guard License, and semester 2, you’ll be able to earn your Private Investigator License. When you graduate, you can pursue your career or have fast-track options to complete other Cambrian Justice 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
- Hands-on training in on-campus Justice Lab
- Field trips and tours to visit protection and security systems and organizations
- Placement in semester 4
- Able to earn your Ontario Security Guard license after semester 1 (4 months) and Ontario Private Investigators license after semester 2 (8 months)
- Opportunities to volunteer and work with community partners
- Networking opportunities with potential employers
- Option to earn a second diploma in another public safety program in just 1 year when you graduate
Admissions
Admission requirements
For graduates of the new curriculum (OSS): Ontario Secondary School Diploma (30 credits) or equivalent or mature student status, including:
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Any grade 12 English (C) or (U)
International Student Admissions
Are you an international student? Learn more about additional requirements.
Learn moreAdditional admissions requirement
Recommendations
- Computer competency in relevant software
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Program Delivery
Program delivery
2024-2025
Fall term start
SEMESTER 1: Fall 2024
SEMESTER 2: Winter 2025
SEMESTER 3: Fall 2025
SEMESTER 4: Winter 2026
Program of Study
Program of study for 2024-25 Academic Year
| Semester 1 | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 1002 | College Communications | 3 |
| SEC 1001 | Note Taking and Report Writing | 3 |
| SEC 1004 | Private Investigating and Specialized Services | 3 |
| SEC 2322 | Security Guard Private Inv. Duties | 3 |
| SEC 4000 | Career Options | 3 |
| SEC 2410 | Security Guard: Powers of Arrest | 3 |
| One General Education course. 1 | 3 | |
| Credits | 21 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| LAW 1105 | Ethics & Diversity Issues | 3 |
| PSY 1106 | Tactical Communication | 3 |
| SEC 1205 | Investigations and Evidence | 3 |
| SEC 1002 | Personal Safety Techniques | 3 |
| SEC 2400 | Crisis Deescalation | 3 |
| SEC 2421 | Security Management | 3 |
| One General Education course. 1 | 3 | |
| Credits | 21 | |
| Semester 3 | ||
| LAW 1010 | Canadian Criminal Justice | 3 |
| FIT 1510 | Physical Fitness and Wellness | 2 |
| PFP 1065 | Community Policing I | 2 |
| POL 1500 | Canadian Political Studies | 3 |
| SOC 1000 | Introduction To Sociology | 3 |
| SEC 2323 | Placement Seminar | 3 |
| SOC 1210 | Introduction To Criminology | 3 |
| One General Education course. 1 | 3 | |
| Credits | 22 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| ENG 1126 | Commun. Skills/Justice Students I | 3 |
| FIT 1501 | Physical Fitness & Wellness II | 2 |
| LAW 3050 | Youth In Conflict With Law | 3 |
| PFP 3010 | Criminal And Civil Law | 3 |
| PFP 4010 | Provincial Offences | 3 |
| PSY 1003 | Concurrent Disorders, Mental Health & Addictions | 3 |
| SEC 2324 | Security and Communities | 2 |
| Credits | 19 | |
| Total Credits | 83 | |
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For more information regarding General Education courses, click here.
Fees
Tuition Cost
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.
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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.
Work-integrated learning (WIL) resources
Your program may give you the opportunity to gain practical work experience through a capstone project, co-op, practicum, preceptorship component, or placement. Before starting your program it’s important to understand the differences between the opportunities as well as the requirements.
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.
Specific program pathways
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
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Minimum technology requirements
Success in this program requires that you come equipped with some program-specific technology requirements.
Minimum technology requirements
- Regular access to a computer with a reliable Internet connection
- Webcam and headset
- Personal computer
- Windows 8, 8.1, or 10 operating system
- Web browser: Firefox, Chrome, Internet Explorer 10 or higher
- Apple Mac
- OS X operating system
- Web browser: Firefox or Safari
You’ll be accessing industry-standard software as part of your program. Your program coordinator and IT will set you up with access on your computer or within our campus labs. If you have any questions about these technology requirements, please email info@cambriancollege.ca or call (705) 566-8101, ext. 7303.
System requirements for assistive technology
To access the widest range of assistive technology (AT), a Windows-based computer is recommended.
- Recommended OS: Windows 10 or newer
- Recommended CPU: Intel or AMD multicore processor
- Recommended RAM: 8 GB
- Recommended storage for assistive technology: 8 GB of available hard drive of solid state drive space (please note this is not the total drive size and refers specifically to available space needed for assistive technology)
- Recommended audio: Speakers or headphones for text-to-speech and microphone for speech input
While Apple computers can provide many AT options, some specialized software may not be available/compatible with this platform. Please consult with the Glenn Crombie Centre for further details.
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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