Co-op Format
September to December | January to April | May to August |
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Semester 1 | Semester 2 | Vacation |
Semester 3 | Work Term 1 (Co-op) | Work Term 2 (Co-op) |
Work Term 3 (Co-op) | Semester 4 |
Learn more about Protection, Security and Investigation
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)
- Basic knowledge of Criminal Code of Canada and Provincial Statutes
- Criminal and Civil Law
- Canadian Criminal Justice System
- Canadian court and justice systems
- Federal and Provincial Correctional System
- Arrest authorities in private and corporate security; government security
- Emergency management theory
- Issues in Criminology
- Basic use of Behaviour Management, Safety, and De-escalation Training
- Investigation and surveillance principles, techniques, procedures, evidence gathering and reporting, policy design and management
- Electronic security
- Interviewing techniques
- Group dynamics, social and psychological awareness in public and private security
- Diversity and First Nations
- Conflict management and resolution
- Physical fitness training and wellness planning
- Understanding of CBSA (Canadian Border Services Agency) purpose and core function
- Preparatory studies for external accreditation of licensing requirements exam
Co-op Pay Range | Co-op Pay Average |
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Range: $17.20 - $20.70 | Average: $18.50 |
For further information, please contact:
Trent Jarvis, Co-op Specialist
Phone: 905-575-2171
Email: Trent.Jarvis [at] mohawkcollege.ca (Trent Jarvis)