Overview

On this Diploma in Protection, Security and Investigation from Mohawk College study techniques in physical security environments using emergency management and criminal activity prevention scenarios.

What you'll learn

Complete Provincial Security Guard license training and/or Private Investigator license training.

Understand and apply investigation techniques including interviewing and evidence collection.

Learn the application of risk assessments and other environmental safety measures.

Understand different surveillance techniques used in criminal detection and prevention careers.

Compare protection and security systems.

Explore stress management in protection, security and investigation careers.

Career Opportunities

Investigator

Physical Security Professional

Law enforcement

Canadian Border Services Officer

Emergency Management Professional

Armored Guard

Corporate Asset Protection Professional

Correctional Service Officer

Court Officer

Legal Process Serving

Airport Security Screener

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Canadian Law

Conflict Resolution Skills

Crime & Society

Workplace Professionalism

Career Exploration

Canada's Justice System

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6

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Credits

60 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hamilton, Canada

Disciplines

Forensic Science Criminal Justice View 34 other Bachelors in Criminal Justice in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

OSSD or equivalent (Mohawk Academic Upgrading, GED) including:

Grade 12 English, C or U or equivalent

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

17875 CAD / year

≈ 17875 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

4375 CAD / year

≈ 4375 CAD / year

Additional Details

Domestic

Total 1st Year (Non Co-op) $4,375

Total 1st Year (Co-op) $4,866

International

Total 1st Year Fees (Non Co-op) $17,875

Total 1st Year Fees (Co-op) $18,366

Living costs

Hamilton

Canada

1163 - 1630 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

You may be able to supplement your income and savings with scholarships, bursaries, or loans.

It pays to do some research into what types of financial assistance you may qualify for.

Mohawk College offers two types of financial awards to students: Scholarships and Bursaries.

Scholarships: Awarded to students based on academic merit, athletics, volunteer experience, or other achievements.

Bursaries: Awarded to students who demonstrate financial need and/or meet other specific criteria.

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Overview

What you'll learn

Career Opportunities

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Hamilton

Funding

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