Police Foundations Co-op Overview

Co-op Format

September to DecemberJanuary to AprilMay to August
Semester 1Semester 2Vacation
Semester 3Work Term 1 (Co-op)Work Term 2 (Co-op)
Work Term 3 (Co-op)Semester 4 

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Co-op Delivery and Fees

This program has an optional co-op, as part of the program of study. The annual co-op fee structure can be found on the Tuition and Fees page.

For questions, please contact the Co-op Specialist listed at the bottom of the webpage.

Driver's License and Vehicle

Please note that many of the co-op positions for this program require that students have a valid driver’s license ('G' class preferred) and access to a vehicle.

Co-op Designation

This program offers three co-op work term opportunities but requires two completed co-op work terms for the co-op designation.

Work Term Capabilities

(Which do not reflect individual work experiences & exposures)

  • Application of Criminal Code of Canada and Provincial Statutes
  • Criminal and Civil Law Authorities
  • Issues in Criminology
  • Arrest authorities of a Peace Officer and civilian
  • Knowledge of the Canadian Criminal Justice System
  • Basic use of force training
  • Traffic management
  • Youth federal legislation (Youth Criminal Justice Act) and education training
  • Investigation and evidence gathering
  • Interviewing and reporting skills
  • Communication techniques to Written Communication Test (WCT) standards
  • Ethics, powers and authority in the enforcement field
  • Diversity and First Nations
  • Conflict management and resolution, non-violent crisis intervention
  • Social and psychological awareness to issues in policing
  • Physical fitness training and wellness planning to Physical Readiness Evaluation standards
  • Law Enforcement Industry Trends, course allows students to individually select industry recognized certifications and
    training
Co-op Pay RangeCo-op Pay Average
Range: $18.00 - $22.00Average: $20.00

For further information, please contact:

Trent Jarvis, Co-op Specialist
Phone: 905-575-2171
Email: Trent.Jarvis [at] mohawkcollege.ca (Trent Jarvis)