Protection, Security and Investigation-2025/2026
| Level 1 | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| PSFY-1000 | Public Safety Principles in Ca | 3 | ||
| This course examines the organizations that comprise Canada's public safety network, as well as their roles in protecting Canadians and their communities. Students will develop an understanding of career opportunities and hiring requirements within these organizations, as well as the interoperability of private security and public safety agencies. | ||||
| LAWS-1103 | Criminal Justice in Canada | 3 | ||
| The Canadian Criminal Justice System encompasses law enforcement, the courts, and the correctional system. This course will enable the student to understand Canada's central justice agencies' history, roles, and organization and how federal, provincial, and municipal laws are made and enforced. The Criminal Code of Canada is introduced regarding its purpose, structure, format, and use. Students collaborate in teams to enhance their interpretation and knowledge of Canadian law through case-based learning. | ||||
| LAWS-1104 | Provincial Statutes & Regulations 1 | 3 | ||
| This course introduces students to provincial legislation specific to many public safety professions. Topics covered include the Provincial Offences Act, Mental Health Act, Residential Tenancies Act, Trespass to Property Act, Liquor Licence and Control Act, Coroners Act, Blind Persons' Rights Act, Cannabis Control Act and Safe Streets Act. Through case-based learning, students apply apprehension, arrest, and search and seizure authorities. They also complete court documents enforcing common offences. | ||||
| HLTH-1312 | Mental Health & Social Welfare | 2 | ||
| This course will provide a perspective on mental health principles, disorders and behaviour management, the mental health system, community agencies and personal support systems. Students will learn legislation and policies to work with people affected by mental health and addiction issues respectfully and effectively. Through dynamic simulations and self-assessment, students will examine the stigma associated with mental health and how mental health is addressed in the criminal justice system. | ||||
| PHRE-1047 | Fitness, Health, and Wellness 1 | 2.5 | ||
| Public safety agencies recognize the importance of fitness, health, and wellness for public safety personnel. This course introduces students to occupational fitness tests, professionalism, stress management, wellness, and appropriate strategies for developing and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Students develop a personal fitness plan and perform elements of occupational fitness tests used by public safety agencies. | ||||
| PSFY-1001 | Professional Practice-Teamwork | 1.5 | ||
| This course introduces students to the concept of teamwork and the importance of utilizing various forms of communication in public safety professions. The topics include situational awareness and officer safety, basic interviewing and observations skills, notebook entries and incident report writing. Through scenario-based learning, students develop the ability to work in teams and investigate minor occurrences while following policies and procedures used by public safety agencies. | ||||
| SOCI-1001 | Sociology & Canadian Society | 3 | ||
| This course is designed to acquaint the student with the sociological perspective and the analysis of social events. Topics of study will include research methodology, culture, socialization, deviance and crime, social inequality, social change, and collective behaviour. The student will also analyze how law enforcement personnel, law enforcement services, and society have benefited from the social sciences. | ||||
| WRIT-1089 | Reason & Writing 1 for Public Safety | 3 | ||
| This course will introduce public safety students to essential principles of reading, writing, and reasoning at the postsecondary level. Students will identify, summarize, analyze, and evaluate multiple short readings and write persuasive response essays to develop their vocabulary, comprehension, grammar, and critical thinking. | ||||
| Level 2 | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| SRTY-1002 | Fundamentals of the Security Industry | 3 | ||
| This course is an examination of the statutory and regulatory laws which relate to the security industry. Within this context, specific regard is given to the duties and roles of an officer engaged in the enforcement of these laws. | ||||
| LAWS-3072 | Provincial Statutes & Regulations 2-SEC | 3 | ||
| Building on the foundational knowledge provided in Provincial Statutes & Regulations 1, students continue to explore and study various provincial statutes in Ontario, such as the Trespass to Property Act. Through case-based learning, students develop their ability to locate, interpret and apply provincial statutes within a security context. | ||||
| LAWS-3071 | Criminal Code | 3 | ||
| This course provides a practical introduction to criminal law and significant offences in the Criminal Code. These include crimes against the person, property, and public order. Working in teams through case-based learning, students apply knowledge by researching offences and using case law. | ||||
| SRTY-3015 | Investigations for Security | 3 | ||
| This course provides the foundational knowledge and basic skills commonly used in the security industry when investigating an incident. Students learn the rules of evidence and apply these rules in the collection and presentation of evidence in a court of law. Forensic requirements, statute law and related issues are explored. Students develop the interviewing skills necessary to retrieve information from victims, witnesses, and suspects. Through scenario-based learning, students apply the basic steps of investigation, and develop notetaking and observation skills. | ||||
| SRTY-1028 | Communications for Security | 3 | ||
| This course focuses on the professional written and verbal communication skills needed in the security industry. Students prepare a variety of occupation-specific documents to industry standards and to meet the needs of employers and the communities they serve. The principles of effective writing (i.e., organization, grammar, style, clarity, and tone) are reinforced throughout the course. Students will develop their verbal communication skills through scenarios and presentations. | ||||
| PSFY-3000 | Diverse Communities & Public Safety | 3 | ||
| This course begins by exploring the concepts of equity, diversity, and inclusion, as well as multiculturalism and human rights within a Canadian context. Through active learning, students examine race, ethnicity, immigration, religion, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, ability, family structures and Canadian human rights legislation. Studies examine how personal, professional, and systemic barriers give rise to prejudice, discrimination, and oppression. With a focus on public safety, students analyze and address how public safety personnel can contribute or mitigate individual and systemic issues. | ||||
| PHRE-1048 | Fitness, Health, and Wellness 2 | 1.5 | ||
| This course builds on the concepts learned in Fitness, Health, and Wellness 1. Topics to be covered include nutrition, critical incident stress, cardiovascular disease, shift work, substance abuse, back health and infectious and non-infectious diseases. Students develop an appropriate nutrition plan and perform occupational fitness tests | ||||
| PSYC-1001 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 | ||
| This introductory course in psychology provides students the opportunity to review some of the major theories and research findings from various branches of psychology. Special attention will be given to implications and applications that are specific to issues in policing, law and security. The following topics will be covered: brain and behaviour, sensation and perception, learning, memory, sleep, drugs, stress, social relations, personality, and psychological disorders. | ||||
| Level 3 | ||||
| Gen Ed - Take a 3 credit General Education elective course. | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| SRTY-3017 | Institutional Security 1 | 2.5 | ||
| This course provides an overview of institutional security and introduces students to related careers. Students explore how laws, codes, and institutional policies are applied within an institutional security setting. Students learn the role and responsibilities of security guards in the protection of people, property, and assets, and in emergency response. Students apply theory and basic skills through scenario-based learning. | ||||
| SRTY-3016 | Corrections 1 | 2.5 | ||
| This course provides an overview of correctional services in Canada and introduces students to related careers. Students examine past and current Canadian correctional policy and practices, and the theoretical context for new directions in Canadian corrections. Students learn the role and responsibilities of correctional officers within Ontario's correctional centres, detention centres and jails. Students apply theory and basic skills through scenario-based learning. | ||||
| SRTY-3018 | Canadian Border Security 1 | 2.5 | ||
| This course provides an overview of Canadian border security and introduces students to related careers. Students examine the statutory and regulatory laws related to the Canada Border Services Agency and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. Students learn the role and responsibilities of border services officers in administering and enforcing laws and regulations related to immigration, customs, and border crossing. Students apply theory and basic skills through scenario-based learning. | ||||
| SRTY-3002 | Private Investigations | 3 | ||
| This course will provide necessary information reflected in the Private Investigator requirements in Ontario. It will review the qualities, ethics and liability aspects a Private Investigator must possess/adhere to. All relevant legislation and case law will be reviewed as per the Private Security and Investigation Act 2005 required to meet the provincial standards. This course will provide the fundamental skills and learning required to write the provincial Private Investigator licensing test. | ||||
| EMGT-3000 | Emergency Management | 2 | ||
| This course provides students with emergency management concepts, including the Incident Command System (ISM) and how interagency coordination occurs during an incident to contain, mitigate, maintain order, and resolve emergencies. Students analyze the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act and learn the principles of hazard identification and risk assessment. In a tabletop exercise, students explore various situations and consider barriers and limitations to effectively create a plan to respond to emergencies while assuming multiple roles. | ||||
| PSFY-3001 | Conflict Management | 3 | ||
| This course provides students with a foundation and framework of prevention and intervention procedures based on specific public safety environments. Topics include effective decision-making and problem-solving strategies to de-escalate and safely respond to assaultive or disruptive behaviours while preventing injuries. Through case-based learning, students practice de-escalation techniques and identify the issues surrounding physical intervention. | ||||
| PHRE-3058 | Fitness for Security | 1.5 | ||
| In this course, students continue to develop their physical fitness for various public safety occupations. Students work towards improving their performance in common fitness tests used in the field of public safety. Teamwork, professionalism, problem solving, and stress management will be incorporated into in-class group physical fitness activities. Strategies for health and wellness will be emphasized. | ||||
| Level 4 | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| SRTY-5016 | Institutional Security 2 | 2.5 | ||
| Building on the knowledge and skills learned in Institutional Security 1, students further explore the role and responsibilities of institutional security guards, with a focus on application. Through a series of increasingly advanced scenarios, students conduct themselves in accordance with the legislation, policies and codes that govern institutional security personnel. Students develop critical-thinking and problem-solving skills in crisis, conflict, and emergency situations. The course concludes with a culminating skills assessment. | ||||
| SRTY-5014 | Corrections 2 | 2.5 | ||
| Building on the knowledge and skills learned in Corrections 1, students further explore the role and responsibilities of correctional officers, with a focus on application. Through a series of increasingly advanced scenarios, students conduct themselves in accordance with the legislation, codes and policies that govern correctional officers. Students develop critical-thinking and problem-solving skills in crisis, conflict, and emergency situations. The course concludes with a culminating skills assessment. | ||||
| SRTY-5015 | Canadian Border Security 2 | 2.5 | ||
| Building on the knowledge and skills learned in Canadian Border Security 1, students further explore the role and responsibilities of border services officers, with a focus on application. Through a series of increasingly advanced scenarios, students conduct themselves in accordance with the legislation, policies, and procedures that govern border services officers. Students also develop an understanding of customs administration. The course concludes with a culminating skills assessment. | ||||
| SRTY-1003 | Surveillance Techniques | 3 | ||
| This course provides the skills, critical thinking and problem solving required to provide surveillance to a wide range of potential clients including insurance companies, legal firms, municipalities, corporations and individuals. It will contribute to the planning of the security and investigation team project. | ||||
| HLTH-3071 | Mental Health for Security | 2 | ||
| This course assists students in understanding the importance of their own mental health and of self-care. Students learn principles of mental health and explore the impact of the workplace and workplace stress on mental health, with a specific focus on the security industry and first responders. The course provides an overview of the mental health care system and available resources. Students develop self-care strategies, including stress management techniques, to support their own mental health. | ||||
| DEVL-5012 | Security Career Readiness | 3 | ||
| This course prepares students for the transition to the workplace through theory and application. Students develop a professional resume and cover letter for entry-level positions in the security industry. Students also apply interviewing skills in mock interviews. To support their career growth, students develop networking skills and a personal development plan for ongoing professional development. Different aspects of workplace expectations and behaviour are explored, including the importance of upholding human rights legislation, acting justly and equitably with peers and the public, creating a harassment-free environment, and applying an ethical decision-making model. Students also engage with a local community organization to enhance their understanding of community needs and the value of community service. | ||||
| INDG-5000 | Indigenous Communities & Public Safety | 3 | ||
| A career in public safety requires a clear understanding and respect for the Original People of Canada. Studies cover historical to present day. Students increase their knowledge and awareness of the issues impacting Indigenous Peoples of Canada. Indigenous policing is also reviewed. | ||||
| PHRE-5004 | Fitness & Officer Safety | 2 | ||
| This course will continue to build upon the knowledge, skills and techniques introduced in Fitness, Health, and Wellness 1 & 2, and Fitness for Security. Through practical application, students will strive to achieve the physical fitness requirements of common fitness tests used by public safety agencies. Students will learn officer safety, appropriate use of force, and foundational defensive tactics. Students will demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, good decision making and conflict resolution techniques when engaged in a crisis, conflict, or emergency. | ||||
| Gen Ed - Elective | ||||
| Take 3 General Education Credits - Normally taken in Level 3 | ||||
| Program Residency | ||||
| Students Must Complete a Minimum of 21 credits in this program at Fanshawe College to meet the Program Residency requirement and graduate from this program | ||||