PROGRAM HANDBOOK
Protection, Security and Investigation-0002
&
Police Foundations-0973
&
Community and Justice Services-1305
Doon Campus
School of Health & Life Sciences and Community Services
Conestoga College
Academic Year 2015/2016
This is a companion document to the current Conestoga Student Guide
This document can be found on the program shell of eConestoga and the program specific page
online.
Revised on – June 9, 2015
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Table of Contents
Program Handbook ........................................................................................................................... i
Program Handbook Guidelines .......................................................................................................... i
Welcome ........................................................................................................................................... i
Top Five Expectations of You ............................................................................................................ ii
1. Use My Conestoga to Connect To .............................................................................................. ii
2. Know and Plan Around Your Academic Schedule With Your Family ............................................ ii
3. Be the Professional You Wish To Become - From Day One ......................................................... iii
4. Attend To Enhance Success .......................................................................................................... iii
5. Take Responsibility for Your Academic Status ............................................................................. iii
Top Five Resources for You .............................................................................................................. iv
1. Your Teaching Team .................................................................................................................. iv
2. Counselling and Services for Personal Needs .............................................................................. iv
3. Accessibility Services ..................................................................................................................... v
4. Student Study Spaces and General Supports ................................................................................ v
5. Services for Students .................................................................................................................... vi
Letter to Students............................................................................................................................. 1
1 PROGRAM OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................... 2
Program Description PSI, PF and CJS ................................................................................................ 2
Program Philosophy ......................................................................................................................... 3
Program Quality Standards .............................................................................................................. 3
Program Summary Map 2015-2016 ................................................................................................. 1
Program Design for Your Cohort ...................................................................................................... 3
Pathways and Further Post-secondary Education Opportunities .................................................... 3
Employment Opportunities .............................................................................................................. 4
2 RELATIONSHIPS ......................................................................................................................... 5
Communication and Contact Information ....................................................................................... 5
Faculty Commitment to Success ...................................................................................................... 5
Faculty Availability ............................................................................................................................ 5
Contact Information ......................................................................................................................... 6
Program Administrative Assistant .................................................................................................... 6
Administration .................................................................................................................................. 6
Contacting Faculty and Staff ............................................................................................................. 6
Student E-Mail .................................................................................................................................. 7
Student Engagement ........................................................................................................................ 7
Student Concerns/Issues .................................................................................................................. 7
Student Representation ................................................................................................................... 7
PAC (Program Advisory Committee) ................................................................................................ 7
WIHSC (Waterloo Inter-professional Health & Community Student Collaborative) ....................... 8
Student Feedback ............................................................................................................................. 8
Key Performance Indicators ............................................................................................................. 8
Student Appraisal of Teaching.......................................................................................................... 8
Class Cancellations ........................................................................................................................... 9
Class Cancellations Due to Faculty Absence..................................................................................... 9
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Class Cancellations Due to Inclement Weather ............................................................................... 9
Personal Notifications of Class Cancellations ................................................................................... 9
STANDARDS OF CONDUCT AND PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE ..................................................... 10
Program Standards for Professional Practice................................................................................. 10
Program Policies ............................................................................................................................. 10
Ethical Conduct ............................................................................................................................... 10
Professional Appearance: Uniform Policy ...................................................................................... 11
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism ................................................................................................. 13
Copyright – What Students Need to Know .................................................................................... 14
Cumulative Copying ........................................................................................................................ 14
Safe Practice ................................................................................................................................... 15
Student Protection Acknowledgement .......................................................................................... 16
Professional Conduct - Use of Social Media and Cell Phones ........................................................ 16
Social Media Policy ......................................................................................................................... 16
Cell Phone Policy............................................................................................................................. 17
ATTENDANCE AND STUDENT SUCCESS STRATEGIES ................................................................ 19
Attendance ..................................................................................................................................... 19
Punctuality ...................................................................................................................................... 19
Fitness: Doctor’s Certificate Policy ................................................................................................. 19
Attendance for Evaluations ............................................................................................................ 20
Notification for Absence from Evaluations .................................................................................... 20
Notification procedure ................................................................................................................... 20
Follow-up after Reporting Your Absence from an Evaluation ....................................................... 21
Religious Holidays ........................................................................................................................... 21
Documentation to Substantiate Your Reported Absence .............................................................. 21
Evaluations worth less than 20% .................................................................................................... 21
Evaluations worth 20% or more ..................................................................................................... 22
Fitness: Selection Policy.................................................................................................................. 22
Test and Evaluation Procedures ..................................................................................................... 22
General Guidelines for Quality of Written Work............................................................................ 22
General Guidelines for Submitting Written Work .......................................................................... 22
Steps to Follow to Submit Assignments Outside of Class Time ..................................................... 23
Deadlines ........................................................................................................................................ 23
Testing ............................................................................................................................................ 23
Test Results ..................................................................................................................................... 23
Authorized Resources ..................................................................................................................... 24
Ethical Conduct during Evaluations ................................................................................................ 24
Scantron Tests ................................................................................................................................ 24
Grading System ............................................................................................................................... 24
Professionalism............................................................................................................................... 24
Importance of Test and Presentation Dates .................................................................................. 25
ACADEMIC PROGRESS THROUGH THE PROGRAM .................................................................... 26
Academic Standing and Promotion ................................................................................................ 26
Promotional Standards ................................................................................................................... 26
Supplementals ................................................................................................................................ 27
Course Add/Drop ............................................................................................................................ 27
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Special Timetables/Adding Dropped or Failed Courses ................................................................. 27
Academic Probation ....................................................................................................................... 28
Discontinuance ............................................................................................................................... 28
Withdrawal ..................................................................................................................................... 29
Program Transfer ............................................................................................................................ 30
Appeal ............................................................................................................................................. 30
Clearance of Academic Deficiency ................................................................................................. 30
Readmission to a Program.............................................................................................................. 30
Exemptions ..................................................................................................................................... 31
Failed Courses ................................................................................................................................. 31
Administrative Fees ........................................................................................................................ 31
Graduation ...................................................................................................................................... 31
Process for Resolution of Student Concerns .................................................................................. 32
Maintaining Student Files............................................................................................................... 33
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Field Placement Experiences................................................................................................... 35
Volunteering and Field Trips .......................................................................................................... 35
Practicum Health Requirements .................................................................................................... 35
WSIB ............................................................................................................................................... 35
Student Consent Forms .................................................................................................................. 36
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STUDENT AWARDS ................................................................................................................. 37
Program Awards ............................................................................................................................. 37
Protection, Security and Investigation Program Awards ............................................................... 38
Police Foundations Awards ............................................................................................................ 39
Community & Justice Services Awards ........................................................................................... 40
Your Success in PSI/PF/CJS ............................................................................................................. 41
Program revision log....................................................................................................................... 42
The information in the Protection, Security and Investigation/Police Foundations/Community &
Justice Services Program Handbook was accurate at the time of the printing. Please check
eConestoga for updates.
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PROGRAM HANDBOOK GUIDELINES
The purpose of this handbook is to provide students with program specific details and other
important information. The material in this handbook is accurate at the date of posting, and is
applicable for the current academic year. Students will be informed of handbook changes that
occur, if any, through college email. Program handbooks are updated yearly and students must
check their program handbook for the current edition.
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WELCOME
To the School of Health & Life Sciences and Community Services
Your Bridge to Practice
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What Can This Mean For You?
The opportunity to begin, today, to become the professional you aspire to be.
The opportunity to learn in real-life settings and with real-life scenarios, rehearsing for
the day when you will be in these real-life situations.
A unique inter-professional opportunity, given the number of different disciplines in the
school. You will learn with, about and from your future colleagues.
An opportunity to take advantage of the state-of-the-art facilities, social and study
spaces in our Cowan Health Sciences Centre, as well as other unique learning resources
such as the Motz Emergency Service Bays in the WREMS Station and the Child
Development Centre on the Doon Campus
Your goal of being viewed by employers as a “preferred graduate” is up to you; your
professors, technologists, administrative staff and college services look forward to
supporting you as you journey from day one to your graduation.
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Top Five Expectations of You
1. Use My Conestoga to Connect To
Your Conestoga Email: (e.g. John Smith, Student Number 1234567, jsmith4567@conestogac.on.ca)
• This is the official communication vehicle regarding your academic requirements. Check it
regularly and respond as requested.
eConestoga: (Desire to Learn)
• This is your resource for all course-based program information and course-based
communication with your faculty.
• Make eConestoga your partner in learning; this is your guide to all course activity.
Student Portal:
• Find your grade information, college tuition invoices, class schedules and absence reporting.
Practicum Health Requirements: (Go to “Services” and find “Practicum Services Link”)
• Keep track of your requirements; know that they are complete to allow you to go on your
practicum.
2. Know and Plan Around Your Academic Schedule With Your
Family
Course Schedule:
• Your schedule has been planned with many people and multiple considerations in mind.
• Classes can be scheduled from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (note, times for practicums follow work
place schedules).
• Changes may be considered but only for extenuating reasons (Please discuss with your
Program Coordinator).
The Academic Year has critical dates: Please plan around these dates to ensure you are here when
you need to be--including the potential need to be present for the two weeks after the semester
ends if you might need to complete supplemental work to allow you to continue to the next
semester. Program start and end dates, holidays and deadlines for course add/drop and withdrawal,
are located in the Student Guide. Course changes (add/dropping) may also be made through the
Student Portal under the “My Courses” tab.
Fall 2015
Dates
Winter 2016
Dates
Fall Orientation Week
Fall Semester Classes
Start
Last Week of Semester
Intersession (no classes)
Aug 31 – Sept 4
September 8
December 14-18
Dec. 21-Jan 1/16
Winter Orientation
Winter Semester Classes
Start
Study Week
Last Week of Semester
Intersession (no classes)
January 4
January 5
February 15-19
April 18-April 22
April 25 – May 6
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Top Five Expectations of You
3. Be the Professional You Wish To Become - From Day One
Civility, respect and professional behaviors will be key in the quality of your learning experience—
and a future employer's first and lasting impression.
Professional Dress & Conduct: See section three of the Handbook for professionalism expectations
for your program. The college’s Student Guide sets out Student Code of Conduct for our community
at Conestoga.
Pre-practicum Health Requirements Complete as required; without these, you will not be able to
progress to your practicum and your program completion will be in jeopardy (per your information
in the Student Portal)
Social Media: Use responsibly –don’t blow your future on ill-advised communication with the e-tools
that we use so freely (see section three of the Handbook)
4. Attend To Enhance Success
Please Review Attendance Expectations in Section four of the Handbook: Attendance for class, labs
and practicum underpins student learning and your experience as a future professional.
Absence from Evaluations: Must be reported in the Student Portal before your absence to be eligible
for a repeated evaluation.
Request for Accommodation for Religious Holidays: Must be requested to your Program
Coordinator in the first three weeks of each semester.
5. Take Responsibility for Your Academic Status
Student Records if you have questions about your student record, academic status and or program
withdrawals, go to the Registrar’s Office and speak to your Program Coordinator.
Fee Payments: Payment is required to attend classes. Check your Student Portal for invoices.
Credit Transfer/Exemptions: Conestoga supports the transferability of academic credits between
programs and educational institutions through recognized transfer pathways, articulation
agreements and course-to-course equivalences. Please refer to the Student Guide for more
information.
Student Forms: To access forms go to the Student Forms page.
Academic Policies & Procedures: May be found under Policies and Procedures.
Student Affairs Polices & Procedures: May be found at the Student Affairs page.
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Top Five Resources for You
1. Your Teaching Team
Contact Information: Is posted in eConestoga and in your Program Handbook (Section two in the
Handbook)
Appointments: Making appointments (in person, by phone, email) helps to ensure your desired
resource is available.
Email Inquiries: will be answered within two business days.
Urgent Need for Help: Program Assistants are available to help you reach one of the Teaching Team
(contact information in Section two of the Handbook)
2. Counselling and Services for Personal Needs
College Counselling: Professionally-trained counsellors can help you achieve your educational
goals—for such common support as stress management, anxiety, depression, transition issues,
family issues, etc. Counselling is free, voluntary and confidential. Arrange to see a Counsellor quickly
if academic or personal problems stand in the way of your college success. To make an appointment,
visit or call Doon--Room 1A101, 519-748-5220, ext. 3360, Monday to Friday, 8:30 to 4:30. Check the
counselling services website for more information.
Good2Talk: Confidential 24-hour phone line for stresses big and small 1-866-925-5454
Conestoga Security: Provides a safe and secure work and learning environment. 519-748-5220 ext.
3357. Refer to the Student Guide for Conestoga’s Safety and Security Services and procedures.
Student Financial Services: Student Financial Services can help you by providing you with options to
finance your post-secondary education.
CSI Food Bank: The CSI Food Bank is an emergency food relief program for current Conestoga
students.
Health Services: Your family doctor on campus. Check out the services that they offer on their
website or call 519-748-5220 ext. 3679. Services available Monday to Friday, 8:30 to 4:30. Some
same day appointments may be available by walk-in. A full-time health nurse is on site.
Facility Information: Refer to the Student Guide for information on after-hours parking, classroom
and computer labs.
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3. Accessibility Services
Students with Documented Disabilities are encouraged to book an appointment with Accessibility
Services to access accommodations –early in your program. Disability-related documentation will be
required to book an appointment. Go to the Accessibility Services webpage for more information.
Adaptive Technology Aids and Special Facilities:
Adaptive Aids are arranged through Accessibility Services; handicapped –accessible washrooms are
located throughout the campus. Contact the Adaptive Technology Lab for more information on
adaptive technology aids.
4. Student Study Spaces and General Supports
Cowan Health Sciences Centre (F-wing)
Student Lounge Space –Enjoy seats on each of the three floors. Plugs for laptops and charging
stations are located throughout these areas.
Student Meeting Room Space—Book through the Customer Service Desk for general access to 1F18
and 1F20 and spaces designated for degree programs.
General Access Computers and printers are located in two areas:
• 1st Floor –in the student lounge area with photocopier
• 2nd Floor—at the Customer Service Desk and kiosk area
Open Access Lab –2nd Floor, 2F18.
This is available on a come and go basis for health & pre-health programs practicing key skills. It is
open from 7:30am to 5:00 pm every day. Book with an Open Access Nurse Technologist.
Lockers—are available with your tuition; important to store your extra clothes and books, etc. so
that you can be at your professional best in the lab. To learn how to obtain a locker, please click
here.
Information Technology-- New ITS HELP DESK—1st Floor Ewing (provides supports & general
assistance with college-related needs such as Email, Network accounts, connectivity & wireless
printing. Go to the Web IT Service Desk for more information.
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5. Services for Students
Library Resource Centre: Located on 2nd Floor B Wing; Go to the Library Resource Centre page for
more information.
International Education Office: Check out the International Education Office for services available to
you.
Learning Commons: Your one-stop resource for academic services and resources, such as Math,
Writing Skills, Peer Tutors and resources for APA. Check out their website or Access through
MyConestoga.
Student Life: Get involved and shape your experience. Visit the Student Life page or Connect to
MyConestoga for your Co-Curricular Record.
Student Financial Services: Your one-stop resource to apply for student awards and bursaries apply
early to increase your chances.
Bookstore: Your location to buy books (check out their options including used books), clothing for
your program and general supplies. Find it in the A wing, just inside Door 1.
Co-op and Career Advising: Your resource for Co-op Placements (if you are in a degree); your source
of help to look for summer jobs or future careers and gain help preparing your resume. Check out
the Co-op and Career Services site for more information.
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LETTER TO STUDENTS
Dear Protection, Security and Investigation (PSI), Police Foundations (PF) or Community and Justice
Services (CJS) student:
Welcome. Congratulations on being accepted into this program and for taking your first step toward
entering the criminal justice system.
You will note that this program is designed to give you a good overall base for a variety of criminal
justice careers. To do this, in the first year, you will be exposed to courses that give you the
understanding of how society works. In the second year you will be given the opportunity to
concentrate your studies in the Protection, Security and Investigation program, Police Foundations or
Community Justice Service program.
This handbook has been prepared to give you information about the academic standards, guidelines
and processes that are specific to the program. Answers to questions that are more general in nature
can be found in the Conestoga College Student Guide. Please use this handbook as your guide
throughout the program, but if you have any additional questions or should you experience any
difficulties during your studies, please talk to your faculty, your coordinator or come to my office to
seek direction.
Welcome and I hope you have an enjoyable and successful two years.
Sincerely,
Marlene Raasok, Executive Dean, Health & Life Sciences and Community Services
Janos Botschner, Chair, Community Safety
And your Program Learning Team
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PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Program Description PSI, PF and CJS
The Protection/Security and Investigation, Police Foundations, and Community and Justice Services
programs share a common first-year curriculum providing a broad theoretical and general base of
studies in the social sciences and humanities, the Canadian justice system, and careers in policing,
security and corrections. Second-year courses are directed towards specific knowledge acquisition and
skills development required for a career in these areas within the public or private sectors.
The Protection/Security and Investigation program is designed to prepare graduates for employment
in private investigations, security services and a variety of other private and public law enforcement
careers.
Police Foundations is designed to prepare graduates with basic knowledge and skills relevant to entrylevel positions in public and private policing.
The Community and Justice Services program prepares graduates for employment in the field of
criminal justice with particular focus on work in correctional institutions or community-based
intervention and re-integration.
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Program Philosophy
The Protection, Security and Investigation (PSI)/Police Foundations (PF)/Community & Justice Services
(CJS) diplomas are entry-level programs that provide both academic study and job-focused training to
prepare students for careers in the private and public security industries and policing, as well as, other
aspects of the criminal justice system. Throughout their programs, students are expected to apply
themselves to academic achievement and conduct themselves in a professional manner.
This document has been prepared with input from program faculty and the Program Advisory
Committee to assist students to achieve academic success and to develop professional deportment.
The fundamental responsibility of a student is to gain the necessary knowledge and skills to be
competent in Security/Policing/Corrections fields upon graduation. It is imperative that your
behaviours and attitudes reflect the professional, ethical standards that are embraced by your chosen
profession.
We believe that a values system incorporating high moral and ethical integrity is of vital importance,
and regard the absence of such values as critical and dangerous to practice. We believe integrity to be
a quality that includes sound moral principles, sincerity, honesty and self-respect. You have an
opportunity to develop and model these values by showing good judgment every day.
As a student of Conestoga College you are a member of the college community and as such you have
received a Conestoga Student Guide that includes Student Rights, Student Responsibilities, and Student
Code of Conduct. The Student Responsibilities section includes detailed information regarding
plagiarism, cheating, and academic dishonesty. It is essential that you review this section and familiarize
yourself with these Responsibilities. It is expected that your conduct as a student will be reflective of the
responsibilities listed. If you have any questions regarding any of them, please contact your Program
Coordinator.
Program Quality Standards
By establishing Program Quality Standards based on these key performance indicators, your program
is able to evaluate its performance and measure its success relative to other programs across the
Province. The Protection, Security and Investigation/Police Foundations/Community & Justice Services
Program Quality Standards and the explanation of how these Quality Standards are achieved are our
commitment to you. Most importantly, we also invite your feedback at any time, if you feel that a
standard is not being met or there is a concern that is not addressed by these standards. Together,
faculty and students can ensure that our program continues to be one of the highest rated programs
in the province.
This program provides you with:
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Program Quality
Standards – Curriculum
Content
Protection, Security and Investigations/Police
Foundations/Community & Justice Services Program Performance
Indicators
Skills and abilities
specific to your chosen
career.
Curriculum within the program is based on current Protection,
Security and Investigation/Police Foundations/Community & Justice
Services theory and practice. Skill-based courses build readiness for
employment in the policing/security/corrections fields upon
graduation.
Learning/ topics
relevant to your future
success.
Course curriculum is developed based on provincial program
standards as well as input from professionals in the Law
Enforcement careers. Topics within each course will relate directly
to the development of students’ values, knowledge and skills
requisite to employment in the Protection, Security and
Investigation/Police/Corrections related careers. Your instructor
will share real-life examples of how course content is directly
related to law enforcement careers.
Teachers who help you
to understand your
chosen career.
All faculty within the program have relevant education as well as
practical experience. Faculty will incorporate real life examples,
case studies, guest speakers and readings into the curriculum that
illustrate the role, responsibilities, challenges and rewards of law
enforcement careers.
Faculty have been chosen for their passion, professional experience
and credentials in Law Enforcement as well as their aptitude and
credentials for education.
The development of
your writing skills.
The ability to write well will be important in your work in law
enforcement. The Essential Writing Skills courses will offer students
a sound foundation on which to develop writing skills. In addition,
feedback from faculty on essay assignments throughout the
program will suggest ways to improve writing abilities. Course
curriculum and writing assignments specific to the Law
Enforcement will develop competency in areas such as investigative
report writing and note taking.
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Program Quality
Standards – Curriculum
Content
Protection, Security and Investigations/Police
Foundations/Community & Justice Services Program Performance
Indicators
The development for
your speaking skills
There will be opportunities through presentation assignments to
speak to both small and large groups. Feedback on presentations
will include comments on student speaking skills and suggest ways
to improve.
The opportunity to use
your ability to solve
problems using math
techniques.
This is not a component of the Protection, Security and
Investigation/Police Foundations/Community & Justice Services
program and therefore this Program Quality Standard is not
applicable.
Opportunities that
develop your ability to
work with others
This is a hallmark of successful employees in every organization.
The design and delivery of the course curriculum will help students
learn effective ways of working with others. Students will have
many opportunities each semester to develop their abilities to work
with others through collaboration with their classmates on
presentations, essays, role plays, some of which will take place in
the Cowan Health Sciences Centre.
Opportunities to
develop your abilities to
solve problems.
Problem-solving frameworks will be addressed through course
curriculum—as part entering a Law Career whose role is to work
with situations constantly requiring creativity and problem solving.
Case studies, ethical dilemmas, simulations and practice examples
will challenge students’ abilities to problem-solve in areas that
relate to law enforcement practice.
Enhancement of your
computer skills.
The course, Information Security and other on-line resources will
demonstrate your capability with computers and will provide
evidence to future employers of your capability to work in the “e
world” and knowledge of technology crime and the investigation
process.
Opportunities to further
your education after
graduation.
Conestoga College offers a Post Diploma Certificate in Advanced
Police studies and a Degree in Community and Criminal Justice.
Students may be eligible for advanced standing in the degree
program.
Selected universities in North America and Australia have an
articulation agreement with our Protection, Security and
Investigation and Police Foundations programs to allow students to
transfer credits for selected courses based on college marks.
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Standards – Curriculum
Content
Protection, Security and Investigations/Police
Foundations/Community & Justice Services Program Performance
Indicators
Experience that will be
useful to your future life
outside of work.
Course curriculum and assignments provide information regarding
self-awareness and personal development, family relationships,
community and political awareness, leadership, problem-solving
skills and teamwork. Further, the ethics and values needed to be
successful in the Protection, Security and Investigation/Police
Foundations/Community & Justice Services field have applicability
to many aspects of a student’s personal life.
Overall--knowledge and
skills that will be useful
in your future career.
The program curriculum provides information and opportunities for
skill development that relate directly to the knowledge and skills
required of a law enforcement career.
The breadth and depth of the curriculum will be consistent with the
Protection, Security and Investigation/Police
Foundations/Community & Justice Services Program Standards as
determined by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities.
Teachers with in-depth
knowledge of their
subjects
Teachers who are up-todate/current in their
fields
Teachers who are
effective in their
presentation of the
subject material.
All faculties have post-secondary education as well as practical
experience in their areas of teaching.
Faculty ensures that they are current in the field through
involvement with the Program Advisory Committee, professional
development, volunteer and work. They will bring examples from
the workplaces and literature to make their teaching meaningful.
Faculty uses a variety of presentation methods appropriate to the
subject material. Methods of presentation may include lecture,
class discussion, group work, video, power point, simulation, field
trip, role play, student presentation. Faculty appreciates your
questions when concepts are not clear to you.
Teachers are evaluated on their teaching techniques and
effectiveness on a regular basis and provided with feedback on
enhancing their teaching skills.
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Program Quality
Standards – Curriculum
Content
Protection, Security and Investigations/Police
Foundations/Community & Justice Services Program Performance
Indicators
Teachers who are
helpful outside of class.
Students requiring help outside of class have a responsibility to ask
for the help that he/she may need. All faculty inform students of
their availability through the course outline or post a notice on their
cubicles.
Student requests for meetings will be responded to as quickly as
possible, usually on the same day.
Student emails and voice messages will be returned as soon as
possible or within 2 business days.
Feedback about your
progress.
A high quality classroom
learning experience
A high quality of
lab/shop learning in the
Cowan Health Sciences
Centre
A high quality of other
learning experiences
Feedback will be offered on all returned tests, assignments and on
presentations. Students will also be scheduled to meet with their
Faculty advisor at least once each semester. Students who wish
further feedback about their progress may request a meeting with
any faculty member for that purpose.
Classroom learning is most effective in an environment of respect
and cooperation. Faculty will encourage students to listen,
participate, ask questions and engage in discussion with the teacher
and other class members.
Classes will begin and end on time. (Your cooperation is key to
making this happen.)
There are labs for selected courses for the Protection, Security and
Investigation/Police Foundations/Community & Justice Services
program. Large classes are broken down into smaller groups for
group assignments/discussions. Also, labs are intended for
application of the theory learned in class.
Other learning experiences include guest speakers that present
information about Law Enforcement Careers and tips/preparation
for a career after graduation.
Field placement, clinical
experiences or coop
work terms
The Protection, Security and Investigation/Police
Foundations/Community & Justice Services program does not have
a coop term or a field placement; therefore, this Program Quality
Standard is not applicable.
Current and relevant
Faculty will ensure that texts and supporting material are current
course materials (books, and relevant. Learning packages may differ in format and content
software, handouts)
from course to course depending on the subject matter. Learning
packages will be easy to follow and relate specifically to course
content. Extensive use will be made of all required texts. Student
feedback will be sought to help improve the quality of all learning
resources.
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Program Quality
Standards – Curriculum
Content
Protection, Security and Investigations/Police
Foundations/Community & Justice Services Program Performance
Indicators
High quality Lab/shop
facilities and equipment
The Protection, Security and Investigation/Police
Foundations/Community & Justice Services program has shared
lab/scenario space in rooms 1E23 and 1E29 for specific courses.
These spaces are set up for students to develop applied skills. Also,
the Cowan Health Sciences Centre has security simulation space as
well as dynamic simulation lab (the apartment).
The overall quality of
The learning experiences in the Protection, Security and
the learning experiences Investigation/Police Foundations/Community & Justice Services
in this program…..
program are designed to provide a comprehensive phased-in
development of the theory, skills, values and attitudes required for
a career in policing/security/corrections. Theory and foundation
courses complement skill-based courses. Students are introduced
to course material appropriate to their level in the program.
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Semester 2
Semester 3
Semester 4
PSI 2nd Year
The application of
critical thinking in
social sciences and
Law studies,
continued
development in
Fitness, and other
competencies in
Criminal Justice.
You will begin to
concentrate on a
career in a variety of
security fields, with a
special emphasis on
private security.
In this final semester
everything comes
together to prepare
you to enter your
chosen career or to
proceed to further
post-secondary
education, such as
the Community and
Criminal Justice
Degree, or in the
policing/security
fields.
PF 2nd Year
The application of
critical thinking in
social sciences and
Law studies,
continued
development in
Fitness, and other
competencies in
Criminal Justice.
You will begin to
concentrate on a
career in community
and institutional
corrections
CJS 2nd Year
The application of
critical thinking in
social sciences and
Law studies,
continued
development in
Fitness, and other
competencies in
Criminal Justice.
You will begin to
concentrate on a
career as a police
officer or in the public
criminal justice
system.
In this final semester
In this final semester
everything comes
everything comes
together to prepare
together to prepare
you to enter your
you to enter your
chosen career or to
chosen career or to
proceed to further
proceed to further
post-secondary
post-secondary
education, such as
education, such as
the Community and
the Community and
Criminal Justice
Criminal Justice
Degree, the Advanced Degree or as a
Police Studies
correctional worker.
Graduate Certificate,
or in the
policing/security
fields.
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PSI 1st Year – Common to all students
Semester 1:
COMM1850 – Essential Writing Skills
FIT1030 – Fitness Lifestyle Management
LAW1010 –Law Enforcement Careers
LAW1020 – Introduction to Law
LAW1040 – Ethical Reasoning
LAW1060 – Cdn Criminal Justice Systems
SOC1010 – Sociology & Cdn Society
LAW2200 – Security Fundamentals
PSI 2nd Year
Semester 3:
LAW2070 – Applied Communications in Law
Enforcement
LAW2015 – Legal Research
LAW2110 – Interviewing & Investigations
LAW2210 – Security Systems I
LAW2225 – Safety & Accident Prevention
LAW2230 – Crime Prevention
LAW2350 – Criminal Law and Civil Law
PF 2nd Year
Semester 3:
FIT2020 – Fitness for Police Foundations II
LAW1160 – Interview & Investigation
LAW2050 – Criminal Code
PLCE2010 – Police Preparation
PLCE2025 – Police Powers
PLCE2045 – Traffic Management
LAW2350 – Criminal Law and Civil Law
LAW2070 – Applied Communications in Law
Enforcement
Semester 2:
LAW1150 – Provincial & Fed Statues
LAW1180 – Community & Social Services
LAW1210 - Criminology
LIBS1360 – Pol. Sci/Public Administration
PSYCH1010 – Psychology
SOC1020 – Social Problems
FIT1010 – Fitness for Policing
FIT1020 – Fitness for PSI
COMM1860 – Applied Writing Skills
PLCE2080 – Conflict Management
Semester 4:
COMM2000 – Advanced Writing Skills
LAW1140 – Powers, Authorities & Liabilities
LAW2290 – Information Security
LAW2240 – Applied Investigation Techniques
LAW2260 – Security Seminars/Career Prep
LAW2270 – Security Supervision
LAW2285 – Risk Management
FIT2060 – Personal Wellness for Law
Enforcement
Semester 4:
COMM2000 – Advanced Writing Skills
FIT2030 – Fitness for Police Foundations III
LAW1170 – Investigation & Evidence
LAW2260 – Security Seminars/Career Prep
PLCE2035 – Community Policing
LAW2290 – Information Security
SOC2010 – Security Seminars/Career Prep
PLCE2000 – Integration Exercise
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CJS 2nd Year
Semester 3:
Semester 4:
LAW2090 – Correctional Law and Practice
SOC2010 – Youth in Conflict with the Law
COMM2180 – Applied Communications in
Corrections
CRIM2040 – Principles of Community
Reintegration
CRIM2005 – Applied Criminology
CRIM2050 – Intervention Strategies for Clients
at Risk
CRIM2010 – Introduction to Correctional
Theory & Practice
CRIM2060 – Diversity of Client Groups in
Community Justice
CRIM2025 – Case Management and
Interviewing Techniques
CRIM2075 – Community Justice Field
Workshop II
CRIM2035 – Community Justice Field
Workshop I
CRIM2080 – Community Program
Development
FIT2050 – Fitness for Correctional Officers I
FIT2070 – Fitness for Correctional Officers II
Program Design for Your Cohort
Students can find their program design on the student Portal by following the steps below:
1. Log in to Student Portal
2. Click on ‘My Courses’ tab
3. Select ‘View Progress Report’ button
Courses are listed by level/semester. Students can also view courses for the most current program
design for this academic year on the Conestoga College website. To find these courses, students need
to scroll down the page to the ‘Program Courses’.
Pathways and Further Post-secondary Education Opportunities
Conestoga pathways enable students to build on their academic achievements in order to earn a
degree or additional credential. Pathways are formed through agreements between Conestoga
programs or partner institutions. View the transfer agreement opportunities for this program.
There are a number of different opportunities available to students who want to continue studying at
Conestoga. Whether you wish to transfer to another program or apply to a new program after
graduation, Conestoga has established pathways to help you meet your goals. Conestoga Pathways
information is available on Conestoga’s website.
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Employment Opportunities
Graduates find employment in the following areas: private policing; government; industrial and retail
security; Canadian Border Services; corrections; private and insurance investigations; process serving.
93% of 2012-2013 graduates found employment within six months of graduation. Their average
starting salary was $33,987.Graduates of this program will qualify for the designation "Certified
Security Officer" (CSO) upon joining the Canadian Society of Industrial Security.
For more details on related occupations, job market information and career opportunities, see the
Government of Canada website.
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Communication and Contact Information
Faculty Commitment to Success
The PSI, PF and CJS faculty members are here to support you in acquiring an excellent education, a
broad skill-set, and the confidence to move out into the workforce upon completion of the program.
Ultimately, your success in this program rests on you; however, your teachers are committed to doing
their best in supporting you throughout your studies.
Faculty Availability
Faculty offices are located in the main building (3B area, via stairwell 5) and students are welcome to
see individual faculty to discuss course work, assignments, or any other issues. During the first several
days at the start of the semester, faculty will explain how you may contact them outside of class time.
Individual faculty timetables may be posted. As faculty have diverse teaching schedules, it is best to
make an appointment to ensure they are available. Faculty members will endeavour to reply to email
messages within two business days.
Telephones for internal use are located outside the entry to faculty workspaces. Beside this phone will
be a faculty directory with extension numbers only. If you have an appointment with a faculty
member, please call to confirm that you have arrived. Please do not enter until you have confirmation
that the faculty member is available to meet with you. If you do not have an appointment, please call
the person you wish to meet with to confirm that they are present and can see you. If you do not
reach them, please leave a message. In an interest of respecting the work environment for everyone in
this area, please do not wander into faculty workspaces looking for them.
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Contact Information
The following contact list of program faculty members provides their telephone extensions/voice
mailbox, office numbers, and email addresses. The college phone number is 519-748-5220.
Name
Extension
Email Address
Marv Mustin – PSI Yr. 1 Coordinator and PF
Coordinator
3494
mmustin@conestogac.on.ca
Don Willis –PSI Yr. 2 Coordinator
Jim Featherstone –CJS Coordinator
Carolyn Harrison – APS Coordinator
Amit Rajput
Harry Stavrou
Craig Stephenson
Colleen Holmes – Fitness Technologist
Duane Shadd – Fitness Faculty
3257
3969
3209
3461
3880
3493
3710
3826
dwillis@conestogac.on.ca
jfeatherstone@conestogac.on.ca
charrison@conestogac.on.ca
arajput@conestogac.on.ca
hstavrou@conestogac.on.ca
cstephenson@conestogac.on.ca
cholmes@conestogac.on.ca
dshadd@conestogac.on.ca
Program Administrative Assistant
Emergency and other messages to faculty can be forwarded through the Program Assistant. Students
may also make general inquiries about the program and procedures to the PA.
Name
Extension
Email Address
Jaymie Wilson-Neil
3765
jwilsonneil@conestogac.on.ca
Name
Extension
Email Address
Dr. Janos Botschner
Chair, Community Safety
3421
jbotschner@conestogac.on.ca
Administration
Contacting Faculty and Staff
Your course specific faculty member is your first contact. When contacting faculty and staff outside of
class time it is advisable to use e-mail or telephone. Your message should include the following
information:
• First and last name
• Course and level
• Brief description of reason for contact
• Telephone number where you can be reached
• Students shall not enter faculty offices unless invited to do so by the faculty member
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Student E-Mail
All students are supplied with a college email address. Please use this method or the eConestoga email
method when communicating with college faculty, as non-college email addresses (e.g. Hotmail) are
problematic. Students are expected to check their college email daily as most official communication
will be via this method.
Student Engagement
Student Concerns/Issues
We appreciate that concerns/issues may arise during the learning experience. Our goal is to
collaborate –students with faculty and staff—to revolve situations of concerns quickly, as close to the
issue as possible, and to learn and improve from these situations.
To achieve this goal, we need an effective problem-solving environment.
a) When a situation of concern arises, it needs to be raised immediately and discussed by the
individuals involved. This is the most important area for effective problem solving.
**Problem-solving closest to the individual associated with the learning is the place to start.
b) Please see the “Student Concerns/Issues” section in the Student Rights and Responsibilities
chapter of the college Student Guide for further details to be followed for the informal and
formal procedures for the resolution of concerns and issues.
Student Representation
CSI and Conestoga agree that a student has the right to invite a member of CSI to a student/faculty
meeting, provided that 24 hours advance notice is given to faculty. This advance notice will ensure
that all parties will have an opportunity to adequately prepare for the meeting.
PAC (Program Advisory Committee)
Each program at Conestoga has a Program Advisory Committee (PAC), which is made up of industry
and academic representatives, as well as current students. They meet several times a year to discuss
the direction in which that industry is heading and any improvements that can be made to keep the
program current. This helps to ensure that students are learning material that is relevant to their
industry.
At the beginning of each year, the coordinator of the program will ask for student volunteers. The
coordinator will decide which students will represent years one and two. The student representatives
are expected to attend the meetings. Students must prepare and submit a report based on guidelines
provided by the Program Chair/Coordinator which will be presented at the meeting. Students are
expected to be professional, dress in business attire and engage in discussions.
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WIHSC (Waterloo Inter-professional Health & Community Student Collaborative)
Conestoga College offers many unique and exciting opportunities for personal and professional
growth. One of the things that contribute to the excellence of this college is the host of exciting
extracurricular opportunities that add to the culture of this fine institution. WIHSC (Waterloo Interprofessional Health & Community Student Collaborative) is one such club whose members strive to
‘learn with, from, and about’ each other.
Membership of this active group is comprised of students enrolled in health, community, and social
sciences programs at the Doon campus. Some of the most popular initiatives that this group regularly
engages in are interactive simulation exercises, peer-mentoring, guest speakers, paper case studies
and monthly meetings. To find out more about this exciting opportunity, please visit the WIHSC
website. The website includes information on past events (pictures and videos) as well as how to get
involved. Get involved, have fun, and learn more about the team members you will work with upon
graduation. For more information, please contact your Program Coordinator.
Student Feedback
Student feedback is an essential component of our continuous improvement process. Our
opportunities for student feedback include:
Key Performance Indicators
All college programs in the province are evaluated using Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) through the
Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities. This survey is conducted each academic year. Strategic
goals to improve the programs are developed from these results. This data and other data specific to
the campus and the program/school are collected so that Conestoga College can continually improve
quality.
Student Appraisal of Teaching
The Student Appraisal of Teaching (SAT) allows direct feedback from students on teaching for a
particular course. Completion of the SAT form gives teachers and academic managers valuable
information, to use for improving teaching at Conestoga.
The SAT process occurs at semester-end. One quarter of the faculty is appraised per term, and each
has two courses selected by their academic managers for appraisal. All teachers have a SAT review at
least once every two years. Students complete either an electronic or paper copy of the SAT. A
summary of results is prepared by Institutional Research.
The report is sent to the Academic Manager who shares the report with the faculty member AFTER all
marks for the semester have been collected. Continuing Education students may have an opportunity
to complete a SAT form at the conclusion of each Continuing Education course.
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Class Cancellations
Class Cancellations Due to Faculty Absence
All class cancellations due to faculty absences will be posted in the Student Portal on the left hand side
of first page which a student sees after logging in. These notices in the Student Portal will be the only
general notifications of class cancellations due to faculty absences.
Faculty who will be absent will not be informing students of class cancellations through eConestoga.
Class Cancellations Due to Inclement Weather
College closure due to inclement weather will be announced on local radio stations (92.9; 88.3; 1460;
96.7, 105.3, and 1240). It is up to Associate Faculty and students to listen for campus closures. If the
college is closed a message will be left on the campus switchboard after office hours. A notice will also
be placed on the college website.
Personal Notifications of Class Cancellations
Students have the option of receiving special emails or SMS text messages notifying them of class
cancellations due to faculty absences. To receive such personal notifications students must subscribe
to this special service.
To subscribe:
- Log in to the Student Portal
- Select Notifications under the Profile tab
- Select the method by which you would like to be notified
- Click Update.
Note: To change the email address to which these notifications will be sent, select My Addresses
under the Profile Tab, and change the default email address.
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Program Standards for Professional Practice
There are three areas of conduct that students are expected to adhere to. They are outlined as
follows: Professional Conduct, Academic Conduct, and Social/Behavioural Conduct.
Students are required to adhere in respect to Academic Policies and Procedures as detailed in
Standards of Conduct in Conestoga College’s Student Guide for the current academic year as well as
the Standards of Conduct specifically identified in this document.
In the event of a conflict between the PSI/PF/CJS Program Standards Handbook & the College Student
Guide, the Student Guide will take precedence.
Throughout their program of studies students are expected to conduct themselves in a professional
manner and apply themselves to academic achievement.
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Students are required to uphold and promote the ethical standards of the program and the
profession.
• Students are responsible to protect the integrity of the Protection, Security and
Investigation/Police Foundations/Community & Justice Services program and the college
community as a whole by identifying students who are dishonest and/or violate the standards.
• Students are expected to seek clarification from faculty or administration when unsure of any
of these standards.
Sanctions under the Student Code of Conduct, up to and including expulsion will occur for violators of
professional conduct.
Program Policies
As a student of Conestoga College you are a member of the college community and as such you have
received a Conestoga Student Guide that includes Student Rights, Student Responsibilities, and
Student Code of Conduct. The Student Responsibilities section includes detailed information regarding
plagiarism, cheating, and academic dishonesty. It is essential that you review this section and
familiarize yourself with these responsibilities. It is expected that your conduct as a student will be
reflective of the responsibilities listed. If you have any questions regarding any of them, please contact
your Program Coordinator.
Ethical Conduct
The fundamental responsibility of a student is to gain the necessary knowledge and skills to be
competent in the Protection, Security and Investigations/Policing Foundations/Community & Justice
Services sectors upon graduation. As students, preparing to play a role in public safety, it is imperative
that your behaviours and attitudes reflect the professional and ethical standards that are embraced by
your chosen careers.
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We believe that a value system incorporating high moral and ethical integrity is of vital importance,
and regard the absence of such values as critical and dangerous to practice. We believe integrity to be
a quality that includes sound moral principles, sincerity, honesty and self-respect.
Professional Appearance: Uniform Policy
Rationale
The fields of policing, security and corrections typically involve wearing a uniform for part, or all, of
one’s career.
To assist you in preparing for a career in your chosen field, you are required to wear a uniform while in
the PSI, PF or CJS program. Wearing a uniform will help you:
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Become used to one of the requirements of your chosen career
Cultivate a professional appearance and attitude
Develop team cohesiveness, pride and profile (ésprit du corps)
Explore and discover whether a career in this field right for you
In other words, your program uniform is part of the process of becoming a policing, security or
corrections professional which starts with your first day in the program. You are not expected to be
that fully fledged professional on Day 1. However, you are expected to strive for professionalism
throughout your time in the program. This will help you be competitive in today’s labour market, and
present as a preferred graduate for prospective employers.
Procedure
The uniform is a required element of your participation in your program. It is not optional. It must be
worn correctly.
The PSI/PF/CJS uniform shall be worn to and from every class and practical training session, and any
other time as directed by the program.
The exception to this rule is fitness classes, where appropriate fitness clothing may be worn during
training and physical assessment/testing sessions.
Individual course faculty/ instructors (full-time or part-time) do NOT have the discretion to allow you
attend class/events out of uniform on a regular basis without the permission of the Department Chair.
Individual course faculty/ instructors (full-time or part-time) DO have the discretion to permit you to
attend class/events out of uniform for specific reasons as discussed and approved at the Program level
by the Program Team and Department Chair (e.g., fundraising events, documented medical reasons).
The uniform shall consist of:
• The approved uniform shirt displaying the Conestoga College ‘Police Corrections Security’
insignia patches on each sleeve.
• The approved uniform shirts may only be purchased from the distributor (Conestoga College
Bookstore).
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The Year 1 (common to all three programs) shirt is as described above
The Year 2 (PSI/PF/CJS) shirt is as above and features program specific epaulettes which are
to be purchased by students from the distributor (Conestoga College Bookstore), with the
approval of the Program Coordinator (the specific procedure is to be described in class)
Any* plain dark black cargo style pants (no black jeans)
Any* plain black shoes
Any* plain black or dark navy socks.
Any* plain black leather belt
*The plain black pants, shoes, socks and belt may be purchased from any vendor the student
chooses.
During special events (e.g. field trips, agency visits, etc.) as well as guest lecturers, students may be
required to wear the approved black tie available from the distributor.
Hats, sunglasses, and ear buds recreational listening are not to be worn while in class. Sunglasses are
not to be worn in class nor placed on top of the head during class. This is consistent with the
professional standards required by the respective professions. Hats, bandanas and sunglasses may be
worn during outdoor fitness training to improve comfort and/or provide protection from the
elements.
Note:
Professional appearance is an important part of the day-to-day work world for which students are
preparing. The uniform must be kept neat and clean in appearance.
When students are in uniform he/she must act in a manner that will not bring the character of the
program or Conestoga College into disrepute.
Failure to abide by the uniform procedure will be grounds for the application of progressive disciplinary
measures.
Students who attend class, evaluations, or other program activities out of uniform may find that they
will not be permitted to enter class or to participate in the designated activity.
This policy is not subject to appeal.
Appropriate safety measures, as determined by the program/standard practices, supersede this policy.
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Academic Integrity and Plagiarism
Academic honesty is expected and required of all Conestoga students. In order to maximize your
success as a student, it is critical that you familiarize yourself with the Academic Integrity Policy found
in the Conestoga Student Guide. This guide has been provided to you during orientation and is
available on the college website. The Academic Integrity Policy provides a detailed description of the
following:
• Scope of academic integrity,
• What academic integrity means,
• What types of behaviours constitute a breach of academic integrity,
• The penalties associated with breaching academic integrity.
If after reading this information, you do not fully understand what is meant by academic integrity, and
what is required by you to maintain academic integrity, please speak with a faculty member or your
program coordinator. Please note that maintaining academic integrity is very serious, and that it is
your responsibility as a Conestoga student to know the Academic Integrity Policy and to initiate help if
you do not fully understand it.
Below are a few hints to help you avoid breaching academic integrity.
• Make sure that you recognize information that requires referencing.
Example
Required Referencing
Milk is good for you.
General information in the public domain.
Does not require referencing.
“According to Health Canada milk beverages
Direct quote right from a published
provide the nutrients needed for healthy bones
source. Requires a reference.
and optimal health”.
Health Canada. (2008). Canada’s food guide:
Milk and alternatives. Retrieved May 17, 20011
from http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/fn-an/foodguide-aliment/choose-choix/milk-lait/indexeng.php
Consuming milk every day provides the nutrients Information that has been put into your
that you need for healthy bones and optimal
own words, but offers information outside
health.
of public domain related with specialized
Health Canada. (2008). Canada’s food guide:
knowledge. Requires a reference.
Milk and alternatives. Retrieved May 17, 20011
from http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/fn-an/foodguide-aliment/choose-choix/milk-lait/indexeng.php
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Whenever you refer to material from another source, whether book, journal article, video,
newspaper, or electronic publications, you must acknowledge your source using proper
citations and references. The APA style is the format most often used in the health and social
sciences. Please visit the Conestoga Learning Commons for assistance with the APA format.
If you work collaboratively with others on an assignment, including in class assignments that
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expect independent submission, make sure that you do not copy words or ideas from others
intentionally or by accident.
Make sure that you read the Academic Integrity Policy located in the Conestoga Student Guide,
and that you fully understand it. The policy describes additional behaviours that represent a
breach of academic integrity.
Copyright – What Students Need to Know
Photocopying and scanning at Conestoga are governed by the Copyright Act, an agreement with
Access Copyright, and the Association of Canadian Community Colleges’ Fair Dealing Policy.
Under the terms of our Access Copyright license which gives the broadest permission:
You can photocopy or scan the following:
• Up to 10% of most published works
• One chapter that is greater than 10%, but no more than 20% of the book
• One article, short story, play, poem or essay from a book, magazine or journal issue containing
other works
• One newspaper article or page
• One entry from an encyclopedia, dictionary, annotated bibliography or similar reference work
• One drawing, sculpture, painting, print, architectural work of art or work of artistic
craftsmanship from a larger volume containing other works.
Cumulative Copying
If you copy 10% of a book today, 10% next week, 10% the week after that, and so on, this is called
cumulative copying and it is not allowed. The copy limits apply to an entire academic year, so once
you reach the limit for an item, you can’t copy more until the next academic year.
You cannot copy or scan the following:
• Workbooks or study guides that are intended for one-time use
• Instruction manuals
• Sheet music and original artistic works including photographs or prints
• Advertisements
• Business cases
• Any of the items on the Access Copyright Exclusions list
You can find all of this information and more on the Copyright for Students web page.
If you have any questions about copyright or the limits of copying on campus, contact Tessa Dueck,
Copyright Technician, at tdueck@conestogac.on.ca or 519-748-5220 ext. 3604.
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Safe Practice
Safe practice is part of professional practice. It is an expectation of everyone who is or wants to be a
professional.
There are a number of policies and procedures associated with practical training in your program that
have been developed to ensure your safety and the safety (physical and emotional) of those around
you. These will be reviewed with you during your program.
The following basic procedures are outlined for your attention and follow-through:
1. Your personal safety begins with the use of professional attire and footwear and with your
attention to the health and safety expectations that may be identified throughout the college.
2. Help us have a safe and pleasant environment by wiping up spills, by ensuring lap top cords do not
snake across walking areas and by reporting equipment or facility problems when you see them.
Concerns such as these in the Cowan Health Sciences Centre may be reported to the Customer
Service Desk in the Cowan Health Sciences Centre.
Specific dress codes, personal protective equipment and specific codes of behavioral conduct may
apply to certain programs; failure to follow these may result in your inability to participate in a lab,
class or experiential learning activity.
3. Safe work practices are to be followed during all training; follow the direction of your instructors. If
you have a practicum, your Clinical Instructor/Responsible Faculty member will ensure that you are
aware of safe practices and safety precautions and procedures. This includes problem-solving by
the Responsible Faculty and Program Coordinator with the College’s Occupational Health & Safety
Department as required. For example, should outside temperatures during the summer become
unusually hot, very high temperatures may occur in some workplaces; this could require that
specific steps be taken to ensure a safe working environment.
4. All safety-related accidents, incidents, and near misses must be reported to the Instructor-inCharge immediately. This is an opportunity to problem-solve about how to avoid these areas of
concern for the future.
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Student Protection Acknowledgement
A Student Protection Acknowledge confirmation pop-up will appear once an applicant/student logs
into the Student Portal. A PDF directs students to policies and procedures relevant to their academic
responsibilities. Policies and procedures are searchable on Conestoga’s website. Students are advised
to review and comply with all policies and procedures including the following:
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Academic Dispute and Resolution Policy/Procedure
Academic Integrity Policy
Academic Recognition Policy
Academic Credential Procedure
Clearance of Academic Deficiency Policy/Procedure
Co-operative Education Policy
Discontinuance Policy/Procedure
Eligibility to Participate in Co-op Work Terms Policy/Procedure
Evaluation of Student Learning Policy/Procedure
Grading Procedure
Graduation Requirements and Convocation Procedure
Honours Policy/Procedure
Program/Course (Cohort) Withdrawal Procedure
Student Concerns and Issues/Procedure
Student Fees Policy
Student Feedback Policy
Violation of Academic Integrity Procedure
Professional Conduct - Use of Social Media and Cell Phones
To ensure a quality and respectful learning environment both in the classroom and in field placement,
the use of cell phones and laptop computers for social networking can only be used during break
times, before/after class and outside of children’s play areas (indoors/outdoors) in field placement.
Laptops and other forms of technology can be used in the classroom when the use pertains to the
content and processes of learning facilitated by the professor. Faculty reserve the right to remove and
hold any technology device that is a disruption to the class until the end of class.
Social Media Policy
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Social media has many advantages for a professional. It can be used to network, resource
information and keep current.
As a student and future professional, it is essential to maintain professional boundaries in all
communication, including social media.
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BE AWARE:
• “Electronic messages are not anonymous. They can be tracked, misdirected, manipulated and
live forever on the internet. Social media sites create and archive copies of every piece of
content posted, even when deleted from online profiles. Once information is digitalized, the
author relinquishes all control.”
“Online identities and actions are visible to the public and can result in serious repercussions or
embarrassment. As the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Ontario notes, users may intend
to share their online existence solely within their own network, but in theory anyone can
access the user’s musings, photos and information. Further, the words can be altered,
forwarded and misquoted. 1
Ensure that your posts reflect you as the professional you are and wish to become – if a potential
employer were to see your posts.
1. Many types of social media encourage instantaneous, casual dialogue. It is important to
remember that even an innocent comment may be easily misunderstood.
2. Assume that information you post or send can be accessed or altered by anyone.
3. Consider whether any posting may reflect poorly on you, your school, or your profession.
4. Avoid online criticism about other students, colleagues, professors or field placements.
5. Avoid impulsive, inappropriate or heated comments.
6. Pictures should not be taken, posted to social media sites or shared without the expressed
permission of all individuals involved.
7. Remember that online sites you visit are not anonymous.
8. Make sure your on-line name and email reflect professionalism.
9. Ensure that your postings will not be considered harassment or defamation of a peer,
colleague, faculty or others.
Maintain privacy of all care and service activities when in practical work experiences:
1. Do not take or post any pictures while on placement or involved in lab activities
2. Maintain client-provider relationships and boundaries. The addition of a client to a ‘friendship”
status online is unacceptable.
Please respect the fact that your faculty and staff will not invite you to their personal web pages
when you are a current student (Keep faculty and staff as resources to connect with after you have
graduated or after you have left the college)
Cell Phone Policy
Students should respect their professors and other instructors by following program policy and not use
their cell phones for personal use during class time. This is representative of the professional manner
in which you are expected to act as you prepare to enter the workforce.
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Students should refrain from bringing their cell phone into a test or examination. Phones should be left
in your locker or left in your bag at the front of the classroom. In the event of an urgent need to keep
your cell phone with you during a test (parents with young children, students experiencing a family
emergency, etc.) please speak to your professor as soon as you enter the examination room. Those
who have been permitted to bring a phone into the classroom will likely be asked to either leave the
phone with the professor, or they may be permitted to leave their phone out on their desk where it is
visible to the professor and proctors. In any case, students are not permitted to touch or answer the
phone without raising their hand to ask for the professor/proctor’s permission. If you are found to
have a cell phone in your possession during an examination that has not been declared, you will be
asked to leave the examination room, and will be given a zero on the assessment.
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ATTENDANCE AND STUDENT SUCCESS STRATEGIES
Attendance
In view of the learning complexities of the Protection Security investigation/Police
Foundation/Community & Justice Services Program, it is imperative that students attend all classes
and field placement as scheduled. Students who are absent from class or field activities place
themselves in academic jeopardy in meeting the learning objectives as stipulated by the program.
If extenuating circumstances require students to miss a class, please note that it is the student’s
responsibility to share this information with faculty and to acquire any missed information.
Punctuality
In order to be respectful to both fellow students and to faculty, students are expected to arrive on
time for class and field activities.
Fitness: Doctor’s Certificate Policy
Occasionally a student may be able to attend fitness classes BUT are unable to fully participate in class
activities due to illness or injury. In those situations, the student must obtain a doctor’s certificate. A
doctor’s certificate must contain the following:
• Signed and dated by the doctor.
• A description of the nature of the illness or injury.
• The estimated period of time required for recovery.
• Any restrictions on the student’s ability to participate in the Fitness class.
• An indication of what areas of the body are not restricted from participating in the Fitness
class.
Students with a valid doctor’s certificate are required to attend ALL scheduled Fitness classes. You are
to participate in the individual specialized program set out by the fitness instructor in accordance with
the doctor’s certificate.
For a complete description refer to the “Doctor’s Medical Certification Policy for Fitness Classes” which
will be distributed to students during Fitness class.
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Attendance for Evaluations
An evaluation is defined as a test, exam, presentation or any other formal assessment that requires
your presence in a class or lab. Evaluations are critical components of each course and overall success
for you in your Program.
The School’s approach to requirements for attendance at evaluations reflects the expectation that as
emerging professionals, students must demonstrate a professional attitude and attention to
evaluations, in the same manner that expectations for future work as professional will require
attention to workplace procedures. Consequences for missed evaluations are balanced against
reasonable support where it is warranted.
In order to support student success:
• Evaluation and presentation dates are scheduled and communicated at the beginning of each
semester.
• Unplanned extenuating circumstances involving the college, the program or the faculty that
may require changes to the course schedule will be communicated to students.
In support of the development of professionalism, students are required to take all evaluations at the
scheduled times.
• Students who make personal commitments that conflict with the evaluation dates or
assignment deadlines do so at their own risk.
• There will be no special arrangements made for students with personal conflicts (e.g. work,
family commitments or vacation plans).
• Academic accommodations are provided to students with documented disabilities through the
Accessibility Office.
The following procedure sets out expectations and implications should you miss an evaluation:
Notification for Absence from Evaluations
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Students are required to notify the program of absence from any evaluation for any reason.
Notification must be received prior to the start of the evaluation.
Failure to do so will result in a mark of zero being assigned.
Notification procedure
Log into the student portal and click on the Absence tab and indicate that you will be absent from class
on a day that has an Evaluation. You will receive a confirmation email that you have recorded your
absence for that day.
Note:
• Your professor will be aware of your absence from an evaluation by your lack of attendance
and because you have entered your absence using the online Absence Recording System on the
Student Portal.
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The Absence Recording System shows you as being absent for the day, starting from the time
that you record your absence. (For example if you record your absence for that day at 11.00
a.m. the system will show you as being absent for all classes starting after 11.00 a.m. that day.)
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If you are then going to be present again for some later class, you will need to bring your
presence to the attention of your Professor in that later class.)
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The earliest that you may record your absence for a particular day is after 8 p.m. on the
preceding day
Follow-up after Reporting Your Absence from an Evaluation
You must make contact immediately with faculty to explain the reasons for your absence and to
arrange a meeting.
• If there is a concerning pattern of absence you will be asked to meet with the program
coordinator. This may result in the need for you to provide documentation verifying the reason
for your absence, in accordance with the requirements specified in sections below titled
“Evaluations worth 20% or more” and “Evaluations worth less than 20%”
• Faculty will then make alternative evaluation arrangements as appropriate and you will
complete any necessary forms.
• Students are required to complete the alternative evaluation as scheduled.
• If the evaluation is to be conducted in the testing center, you will be asked to show your
student card before you are permitted to write the test.
• Tests will be made up In the College Testing Centre in the following week, or by individual
arrangements with program faculty.
Religious Holidays
Students are permitted by Conestoga policy to be absent from class to observe a recognized religious
holiday. Any student who is unable to attend classes or participate in an examination, study, or work
requirement on some particular day or days because of religious beliefs will be given the opportunity
to make up the work that was missed or do alternate work/examinations subject to timely notification.
Conestoga recognizes all religious holidays as defined by the College Employer Council
– see http://www.thecouncil.on.ca/articles/150
It is the responsibility of the student to:
a. Plan ahead and be aware of the dates of all examinations and other course obligations;
b. Advise the faculty member that he/she will be seeking accommodation to observe a recognized
religious holiday and make a request in writing to your Program Coordinator within the first
three weeks of the semester and prior to the date of assessment that falls on the religious
holiday. Exceptions based on extenuating circumstances must be approved by the Chair.
Documentation to Substantiate Your Reported Absence
Evaluations worth less than 20%
Missed evaluations worth less than 20% of the student’s final grade will be rescheduled once per
program semester subject to proper communication described above.
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Once per program semester means that only one absence for an evaluation will be accepted across all
courses in a program for a semester. Implications of major illnesses or personal circumstances
impacting several course evaluations at one time will require discussion with the program coordinator
prior to faculty arranging alternative evaluations.
If an evaluation cannot be rescheduled (for example an experiential activity or participation in a group
presentation) reallocation of marks will be determined by faculty. This will be documented on an
interview record and signed off by both faculty and student.
If more than one evaluation that is worth less than 20% is missed, documentation requirements for
evaluations worth 20% or more apply.
Evaluations worth 20% or more
Any student who misses an evaluation worth 20% or more will receive a mark of zero unless the
reason for missing the evaluation and the accompanying documentation verifying the reason for the
absence are deemed acceptable by the program. Examples of reasons deemed acceptable include
incapacitating illness, death of a close family member, and required court appearance.
NB: If an evaluation is missed due to illness, the health care professional attesting to the illness must
have firsthand knowledge of the situation and direct involvement with the treatment / management
of the condition. For example, a note from a clinic provided by a physician seeing the student for the
first time, after the illness has resolved, is unlikely to meet the program standard for documentation.
Fitness: Selection Policy
You will receive a Fitness Enrolment Form during your first semester and you must select which fitness
option you will be taking. You are required to complete two steps:
1. On-line elective selection which will be available through the college website for a limited time
(Date to be indicated by the Registrar’s Office).
2. Fitness Enrolment Form (Completed in your Law Enforcement Careers course).
Test and Evaluation Procedures
General Guidelines for Quality of Written Work
In the PSI/PF/CJS program, there are continuous requirements for written work in a variety of formats
(papers, assignments, forms and plans, handouts, etc.). It is expected that all students will meet the
standard of English required within our profession. Students may attend or be referred to the Learning
Commons to help them improve the quality of their written work.
General Guidelines for Submitting Written Work
For specific course requirements, refer to the Course Outlines and Evaluation. If you are still not clear
about course requirements, discuss with individual faculty. Students are required to use spell-check
and grammar-check to assist with the editing of written work. The Learning Centre will be an
invaluable resource to students who require assistance in organizing and writing an assignment with
correct spelling and grammar.
Unless otherwise indicated by professors, generally, assignments should be:
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Word processed
Double spaced and 1 sided
Submitted using font size of 12, if word processed and proper margins
Written in a grammatically correct manner (use spell and grammar check)
Handed in at the beginning of class on the designated due date in class, unless otherwise
indicated by professor
Handed in using the APA format (see below) if references are required
Handed in securely fastened with a cover page indicating the course name, faculty's name,
student's name, section and date submitted
NOTE: Faculty does not assume responsibility for assignments not given directly to them in hard copy
at the beginning of the relevant course. Students should avoid handing in assignments outside the
regularly scheduled class time and should make every effort to hand assignments in to professor in
person.
Steps to Follow to Submit Assignments Outside of Class Time
While assignments should be submitted in class on the day they are due, if circumstances require that
they be submitted outside a scheduled class, the student will be required to drop off their assignment
into the drop box located outside of the faculty offices on 3B. We cannot assure that faculty or
administrative support staff will be present to receive assignments. Please make sure that if you are
dropping an assignment off outside of class that you have indicated to your faculty, via email, that you
have dropped it off. In your email you should indicate the date and time you dropped off your
assignment. You should also provide an electronic copy of your assignment to the faculty as per faculty
instructions. All assignments must be clearly labeled with your student number and faculty name to
ensure delivery/marking.
Deadlines
Students must meet the deadlines for all course assignments. Penalties may be assessed for late
submission. Students should refer to individual course outlines for the specific requirements of each
course.
Testing
Tests are to be written at the times scheduled by the professor/instructor, the program and the
college. Unauthorized absence from a test will result in a grade of zero for that test. Authorized
absence from a test must be arranged with the professor/instructor prior to the scheduled test date,
and the rescheduling of such tests is at the discretion of the professor/instructor. Students who arrive
late for a test may be refused admittance to the test room.
Test Results
Test results will be posted on the student portal or otherwise communicated as soon as possible after
a test. Tests will not normally be returned to students, but students may arrange with their
professor/instructors to see and discuss their test results. Students should consult with their
professor/instructors for details of the review process. Such reviews should be conducted within two
weeks of the posting of test results.
It is the students’ responsibility to check their mark on any test or assignment and raise any issues
within two weeks of the posting.
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Authorized Resources
The following resources are required in test situations: student ID cards, pencils, pens, and erasers. A
faculty member may authorize specific resources for a test. All other resources are considered
unauthorized and must be stored in student lockers or an area of the test room designated by the
professor/instructor.
Ethical Conduct during Evaluations
In test situations, students must do their own work with integrity. The use of unauthorized resources,
unauthorized collaboration, and copying are serious offences.
See Conestoga College Student Guide for violations of Academic Integrity Procedure.
Scantron Tests
Scantron is a form that is filled out for multiple choice/true and false type tests questions. A sample
Scantron sheet has been attached. If the Scantron forms are not filled out properly, you risk losing
marks and delay receiving your results by a week.
Instructions on How to Complete the Form:
• Use only pencil.
• Make dark marks so the machine can read your answers.
• On the front of the form fill out name and course name, shade in student number and test
number (if applicable).
• On the back of the form ONLY shade in your last and first name.
• Use a quality white eraser when erasing mistakes or shade in your answers once you’re sure of
the response you wish to indicate.
If you have no grade posted for a given test, go see the faculty member in charge of that course to find
out why it wasn’t posted. Do not wait until the end of the semester to check why you’re missing
grades. If you wait more than 1 week to check your missing grade, a mark of ZERO will be posted.
Grading System
Students must attain a minimum 55% passing grade in all PSI/Police Foundations/Community & Justice
Services courses. The college uses numeric, alpha and grade point average (GPA). An incomplete is
submitted as an “I”. Incompletes change to failures if the terms of the incomplete are not met within
the stipulated time.
Professionalism
Marks may be assigned within a course for professionalism. Students should refer to individual course
outlines for the specific requirements of each course.
Professionalism includes but is not limited to the following:
All students are expected to demonstrate professional/adult behaviour inside and outside of the
classroom in the following ways: attendance, punctuality, appropriate classroom decorum,
commitment, and respect (see appendix A for example of professionalism rubric).
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Importance of Test and Presentation Dates
Test and assignment dates are scheduled at the beginning of each semester. Unplanned extenuating
circumstances involving the college, the program, or the faculty may require changes to the course
schedule. If this occurs, students will be notified.
Students are required to write all tests during the scheduled in-class test times. Students who make
personal commitments that conflict with meeting test and assignment deadlines do so at their own
risk. There will be no special arrangements made for students with personal conflicts (e.g. work, family
commitments or vacation plans). Students who wish to reschedule a test or presentation because of a
religious holiday are required to discuss the situation with faculty at the beginning of the semester.
Academic accommodations are provided to students with documented disabilities through the
Accessibility Services Office.
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ACADEMIC PROGRESS THROUGH THE PROGRAM
Academic Standing and Promotion
The Conestoga Student Guide is your first source for information concerning academic regulations,
policies and procedures. The Conestoga Student Guide is available on the college website and by
visiting the “Student Guide” tab in your Student Portal.
Promotional Standards
Promotions Standards are minimally accepted academic performance and standards of social conduct
expectations that must be met as the student progresses through the program.
These standards set the basis for the evaluation of student performance and provide the program with
an ongoing decision-making process for assessing whether the student has met the expected academic
performance and standards of social conduct and is permitted to advance to the next academic level
of the program.
The Conestoga Student Guide is your first source for information concerning academic regulations,
policies and procedures. Each student is provided with this annual publication early in the semester
each academic year.
In addition to the Academic Regulations found in the Conestoga Student Guide, the following
regulatory standards (performance expectations) must be achieved for advancement in the
program.
Promotion Standard #1
The student must have successfully completed all first year courses (including general education
courses) in order to be promoted into full time status of the second year of the Protection, Security
and Investigation, Police Foundations or Community and Justice Services programs.
Promotion Standard #2
The student must demonstrate a minimum level of theoretical competency in meeting course and
program requirements by achieving the minimum passing grade of 55%.
Promotion Standard #3
A student may proceed from semester one to semester two carrying any combination of failed and/or
missed (Did Not Attend) courses no greater than two.
A student may proceed from semester three to semester four carrying any combination of failed
and/or missed (Did Not Attend) courses no greater than two.
Special timetabling MAY be considered where no more than two courses have been failed going from
level 2 to level 3. The College however cannot guarantee your level 3 / 4 timetable will accommodate
failed or misses courses.
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Promotion Standard #4
Participation is a component of a “Pass” in all Fitness courses, even with a doctor’s certificate (refer to
Fitness: Doctor’s Certificate Policy). Please refer to specific Fitness course outlines for additional
information.
Promotion Standard #5
Attendance/participation may be taken into consideration in calculating student grades in a course, as
well as in the promotional decisions. Students should refer to individual course outlines for the specific
requirements of each course.
Promotion Standard #6
Unacceptable conduct (see Standards of Social/Behavioural Conduct as set out in this document) in
conjunction with academic course failure(s) may result in failure to be promoted from one semester to
the next.
NOTE: All students interested in taking Police Foundations or Community & Justice Services must apply
before the end of March of the applying year. Applications will be available from the Program
Assistant or online, completing the Program Application Form. Completed applications for Police
Foundations (program code 0973) or Community & Justice Services (program code 1305) should be
returned to the Registrar’s Office. If you do not apply to Police Foundations or Community & Justice
Services as outlined above, your enrolment in PSI will be automatically continued. Academic
performance may be considered where enrolment is limited.
Supplementals
Supplemental work may be extended to students based on the eligibility criteria set out by the Student
Guide. Students in this program are responsible to contact the faculty in charge of the course they
were unsuccessful in in order to request a supplemental.
A supplemental may be requested when a mark of 50-54 is obtained. The student must submit a
Supplemental Authorization and Terms application form within five days of your mark being posted.
Each student may complete a maximum of two supplementals over the duration of the program. Once
you have utilized your two supplemental opportunities, a mark less than 55 will be registered as a
failure.
Course Add/Drop
You can add, change and drop courses from your portal depending on the dates and which program
you are in:
1. Log in to the Student Portal
2. Click on the “My Courses” tab
3. Scroll over the icons to the right of individual course listings. It is strongly recommended that
students consult their program coordinator/academic advisor prior to dropping a course.
Special Timetables/Adding Dropped or Failed Courses
Please note that when students are not taking the program in the prescribed sequence, they will be on
“special timetables”. Prior to the beginning of the semester, students should attempt to add missed
courses from a previous semester by logging in to the Student Portal and following the instructions to
register for courses. If students are not able to add courses on their own (because of a timetable
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conflict or full course section) they must seek assistance from their Program Coordinator during the
“Special Timetable Registration” initiated by the college. Dates, times and locations of Special
Timetable Registration periods are posted in the student portal in advance of the beginning of each
semester. Students must attend this meeting where they will receive further guidance regarding this
academic status from their Program Coordinator.
Students who take longer than the designed program length of time to complete their studies are
accountable for completing any new or additional courses that may result due to changes in the
program of study. Unless otherwise stated, students registered in non-cohort delivered programs must
complete the program of study within seven years of being admitted to the program.
Academic Probation
Students who have been unsuccessful in their field experience, have failed two or more academic
courses, and/or have required considerable testing/assignment variances may be recommended for
Academic Probation. Academic probation allows students to be promoted to the next level with a
special timetable or with academic conditions. Special timetables and academic conditions are
designed as part of written learning contract that the student and program coordinator create
together. The goal of these measures is to allow students to continue in the program accompanied by
a supportive plan for success.
Discontinuance
Students who have not successfully participated in the requirements of their academic probation, who
have failed to meet the standards set out in the Conestoga Student Guide and/or the Program
Handbook involving academic dishonesty, student responsibilities, or unacceptable behaviour, attitude
or conduct or have failed 70% or more of their courses may be discontinued from the Program.
Students who have been discontinued from the Program will not be considered for re-entry to the
program for a minimum of one semester and/or until they have worked with the program coordinator
to develop a written learning contract to support their academic and non-academic success.
Students may also be discontinued for the following reasons:
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For failure to meet academic program standards by failing two or more courses in the same
term.
For violating documented ethical standards of practice.
For inappropriate conduct that jeopardizes the safety/capacity of other students to obtain an
education.
Procedure
1. The professor notifies the promotions committee of the reasons a student is suggested to be
discontinued.
2. The promotions committee reviews the reasons and recommends discontinuance.
3. The program chair and/or coordinator meet with the student to explain the reason(s) for
discontinuance and complete the Discontinuance Form. A copy of the form is forwarded to the
Registrar.
4. The registrar forwards the student a letter outlining the discontinuance and explains the steps
involved in requesting an appeal.
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Withdrawal
Students not planning to return to the PSI, PF or CJS Program the following semester are expected to
complete a Withdrawal Form available from the program coordinators, the Registrar’s Office, or on
the college website.
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Program Transfer
Prior to transferring to another program, it is recommended that the student meet with the program
coordinator or academic advisor. Students who decide to change programs may do so by completing
and submitting a program application form to the Registrar’s Office. If considering transferring to a
program outside the school in which they are currently enrolled in, students may want to discuss
options with a career advisor. When a student moves from one Conestoga program to another and
where courses numbers/codes are identical or equivalent, automatic credit is given if passing grades
are met.
Appeal
Students have the right to appeal any academic decisions as set out in the Conestoga Student Guide. It
is recommended that students begin this appeal process by first meeting with the faculty and/or
program coordinator and/or program chair.
Clearance of Academic Deficiency
Please refer to Conestoga Student Guide for the procedure and criteria regarding Clearance of
Academic Deficiency. Please note that following the end of semester, contact with any student eligible
to write a supplemental will be made either by phone or email. A specific date, time and room number
will be given to each student. If a student does not respond to this contact, the student forfeits the
opportunity to write a supplemental test. The maximum number of supplemental opportunities during
the program is two per student.
Procedure
1. Promotions Committee grants or denies permission for supplemental work.
2. Program Coordinator contacts student and sets up a time to meet and fill out the Supplemental
Request Form.
3. Student brings form and pays additional fee for supplemental work at the Registrar’s office.
4. Student receives supplemental work from Program Coordinator.
5. Student completes supplemental work (test or assignment) in accordance with the times and
dates given by the Program Coordinator.
6. Student meets with Program Coordinator to submit assignment.
7. Supplemental work is assessed and the Registrar’s Office is contacted with the result.
Readmission to a Program
Students are required to apply for readmission when he/she have been absent from their program for
one semester or longer unless an Intention Form has been completed (returning students only), or
when the student has withdrawn or been discontinued. Upon readmission, students are placed into
the current program of study which determines graduation requirements. Students are subject to the
college and program policies and procedures in place at the time of readmission.
Students applying for readmission to Level/Semester one must do so through Ontario Colleges.
Students applying for readmission to a level beyond Level/Semester one must do so using a Conestoga
College Program Application Form. Applicable fees will be charged.
The application for readmission will be reviewed based on the student's academic eligibility, program
readmission requirements, and space availability. The student will be informed in writing of the
decision
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For additional information, refer to the Academic Administration page for more information on the
readmission procedure.
Exemptions
If you have completed courses from a college or university that you think may be very similar in
content to courses in the PSI/PF/CJS program you may be eligible for a course exemption. Please note
that to receive an exemption, courses must have been completed within the past 7 years and with a
mark of at least 60%. If you would like to proceed with a request for exemptions, please contact your
Program Coordinator for guidance. Please note that exemptions will not be processed until a student
is registered in the Program. The exemption process will take some time (2-3 weeks), and students
should attend all scheduled courses until they receive the exemption as they will be responsible for all
material covered in class should the exemption be denied.
Failed Courses
A failing grade for this program is anything below a 55%. Should you be unsuccessful in achieving a
passing grade, your course may be available through Continuing Education or on-line through Ontario
Learn. Faculty approval must be obtained prior to re-taking the course to ensure equivalency.
Administrative Fees
The college requires that appropriate forms be completed and that an administrative fee be paid at
the Registrar’s office. It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that such forms are completed and
fees paid. For example, you must pay a fee for a supplemental assignment prior to writing the
supplemental.
Graduation
Students are expected to respond to their invitation through their Student Portal. Convocation
ceremonies are held in the spring and fall of each academic year. Students, who take longer than the
advertised program length, are responsible for completing any new or additional courses due to a
program design change. Students who complete their program after the scheduled completion date
are required to fill out an Application to Graduate form and submit it with payment to the registrar’s
office. Students who are discontinued or have withdrawn and then return to the college will be placed
in the current program design and must meet all requirements to graduate.
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Process for Resolution of Student Concerns
In order to resolve any concerns which may arise during a course, field placement or relating to the
program overall, students are encouraged to resolve issues or concerns informally at the program level
prior to proceeding to a formal appeal.
If attempts have been made, and a successful resolution has not been reached, students are
encouraged to refer to their Conestoga Student Guide, and to follow the procedures outlined under
the “Academic Dispute Resolution and Appeal Procedure” section.
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Maintaining Student Files
1. Official records of each student’s education are maintained electronically by the Registrar.
Academic records are also maintained by the college regarding Course Outlines to support the
level of achievement in a particular course.
2. Administrative records related to your experience in the Program are maintained to
demonstrate compliance with external and college requirements. This information is as
follows:
Student Information
Pre Practicum Health
Requirements
 per copies of information
received from students
Acknowledgement of WSIB
Understanding
 signed by each student prior
to the first practicum
placements
File Location and Student Access
Retention
In Health Tracker, by individual
student access
**accessed through My Conestoga

Each student has his/her own
information on the Health
Passport for provision to
practicum agencies as required.
 For the duration of
a student’s time in
the Program
 By the Program, by the Program
Assistant responsible for
Placements
 For the duration of
a student’s time in
the Program
 In Program File with Program
Assistant
 For the duration of
a student’s time in
the Program.
Student Consents Signed on
Admission (per Student
Handbook)
 Student Consent for Release
of Information
 Student Understanding of
Professional Standards
 Student Understanding of
Safety Requirements
3. Academic Files are set up as required for a student to document important matters relevant to
a student’s progress or to document and monitor resolution of concerns.
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Student Information
A. Documents related to academic
progress
 Correspondence regarding
course equivalencies
 Correspondence re
supplementary examinations
 Learning Contracts
 Disabilities Information & plans
B. Records of Competency
Attainment
C. Documents related to areas of
Concern
 Interview Records, with
supporting email
documentation as appropriate
 Student Code of Conduct
 Incident Reports
 Letters/emails of significant
concern and replies
 Appeals
File Location and Student
Access
 In Student File,
maintained by the
Program Coordinator,
initially, and then filed
for safe-keeping during
the student’s time in
the Program –
maintained by the
Program Assistant
Retention
For 1 year following
graduation
As above
As above
As above
As above
4. Students may review the contents of your Academic file by:
•
•
Requesting this in writing to the Program Coordinator
Reviewing the file in the presence of the Coordinator
5. At the end of one year, the contents of your file will be destroyed through the college’s process
for purging confidential documents.
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6
FIELD PLACEMENT EXPERIENCES
Volunteering and Field Trips
Learning outside the classroom is an essential part of your programs. The Community and Social
Services course, for example, requires 40 hours of volunteer work. Volunteer work experience is highly
valued by employers who expect prospective employees to have had such experience in the
community.
While the program sincerely appreciates students’ volunteer efforts, we also recognize the fact that a
student's academic studies are the first priority. Therefore, students participating in any program
sanctioned volunteer committees should maintain a passing grade in all courses and remember that
while volunteering they represent the college and must maintain a professional decorum.
Volunteer agencies and field trip destinations often require a criminal records check (for example, in
the case of the CJS program, a clear criminal record check is typically required for a visit to a
correctional facility).This is currently handled through Practicum Health Requirements (see below).
Practicum Health Requirements
Mandatory practicum health and safety requirements must be completed by students prior to student
field/clinical placements. Successful placement completion is required for students to progress to
program completion. To qualify for field/clinical placement learning experiences, students must
present the following at the start of the program in accordance with pre-admission information
provided by the College:
• An annual Police Check for Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS). Police Checks must be clear of
any unpardoned criminal offences. An unclear criminal record may result in the inability to
participate in off-campus activities which may jeopardize progress in the program. Acceptance
in off-campus activities is at the discretion of the host organization; some agencies, for
example, may request students to provide a VSS completed within six months of the start date.
Students with criminal records are advised to meet with the program chair for academic
counselling to determine program suitability.
WSIB
The PSI, PF and CJS programs do not include formal practicum placements. However, some program
courses require that students arrange for and complete a specified number of independent volunteer
service hours during the year. WSIB coverage is available for these course-related independent
volunteer placements, just as it is for regular program practicum courses.
To activate coverage, you must sign a Declaration of Understanding of WSIB Coverage related to
Unpaid Placements indicating you understand that WSIB coverage will be provided through the
Ministry of Training, Colleges, and Universities while you are on a training-related placement. This
Declaration, and additional information will be provided to students at Orientation. This Declaration
will be placed in your student file. It is your responsibility to ensure that the Declaration of
Understanding for WSIB Coverage is signed and returned prior to beginning your field experience.
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Please note that volunteer placements do not require a standard affiliation agreement between the
college and the volunteer host organization. Organizations hosting independent student volunteer
placements only need to sign and send back a WSIB authorization form, which the student must return
to the program assistant, prior to the commencement of the volunteering placement.
Student Consent Forms
Students are required to complete program specific consent forms. To access the forms, students
should go to the Practicum Services Community on myConestoga and open the Consent Forms
tab. Students can then electronically sign-off all applicable consent forms after reading each
document.
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7
STUDENT AWARDS
Program Awards
Conestoga has more than 400 awards, bursaries, scholarships and academic grants available to
Conestoga students. These funds are made available to our students through the partnerships we have
established with local business and industry leaders. To be considered for an award, complete the
General Application available through your Student Portal. Notifications and instructions to complete
the application are sent to all full-time students’ email accounts in the fall semester (Deadline: First
Friday in October) and winter semester (Deadline: First Friday in February). Visit the Student Financial
Services on Conestoga’s website.
The following awards* are available to the students of Protection, Security and Investigation, Police
Foundations or Community and Justice Services Program. Students who have questions about any of
these awards should speak with their Program Coordinator. Please watch your college email for
information from the Financial Aid office concerning application deadlines, processes and eligibility.
You may obtain information about other school wide awards and scholarships from Financial Aid. You
can find the General Awards Application through the Financial Aid page on the website.
* Note: All awards are subject to change but are correct at the time of printing.
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Protection, Security and Investigation Program Awards
Award
ASIS International
SWO Chapter
Scholarship
Securitas Canada
Award for
Professionalism in
Community Safety
Award Value
$500
$500
Year or Level
Year 2
graduating
# per
year
2
3
Application
Process
Criteria
Location
Financial Aid
or Program
Sponsored
No
Scholarship awarded to
one female and one male.
Applicant needs to have an
average of 80% at the end
of first year.
Presented at ASIS Chapter
dinner meeting in fall;
student given recognition
at PSI/PF/CJS award event
in April
Program
Sponsored
No
Exude a positive attitude
and commitment to their
studies; Demonstrated
superior academic
performance, occupationrelated skills, service
orientation and
professionalism.
Awarded at the April interprofessional event hosted
by Marlene
Program
Sponsored
PSI/PF/CJS awards
ceremony
Program
Sponsored
Barber Collins
Security Services
Scholarship
$500
graduating
1
No
80% average, letter to Paul
Collins outlining
leadership, volunteer,
and/or work experience;
provide resume and
transcript
Paul Larocque
Community Service
Award
certificate
graduating
1
Apply
submit letter & supporting
documentation to
demonstrate community
volunteering
PSI/PF/CJS awards
ceremony
Program
Sponsored
Academic
Achievement Award
certificate
graduating
1
No
Highest academic
achievement
PSI/PF/CJS awards
ceremony
Program
Sponsored
Most Improved
Student Award
certificate
graduating
1
No
Greatest improvement in
average
PSI/PF/CJS awards
ceremony
Program
Sponsored
PSI/PF/CJS awards
ceremony
Program
Sponsored
PSI/PF/CJS awards
ceremony
Program
Sponsored
Law Studies Award
certificate
graduating
1
No
a student who combines
Academic Excellence with
demonstrated peer
mentoring skills, law
research, and group work
Leadership Award
certificate
graduating
1
No
70% average, Leadership
skills in class and
community
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Police Foundations Awards
Award
Rob Plunkett Memorial
Bursary
Sergeant Margaret J.
Eve Memorial
Scholarship
Waterloo Regional
Police Services
Scholarship
Award
Value
$400
$1,000
$500
Year or
Level
Year 2
graduating
graduating
# per year
or intake
1
1
1
Application
Process
Criteria
Location
Financial
Aid or
Program
Sponsored
Apply
min. 70% in Year 1, demonstrate
financial need, proof of community
service, brief profile detailing sports
participation
PSI/PF/CJS
awards ceremony
Financial
Aid
No
Female student with 70% average or
higher, leadership abilities, peer
mentoring skills,
community/volunteer commitment,
and high level of fitness
PSI/PF/CJS
awards ceremony
Program
Sponsored
70% average or higher, leadership
abilities, peer mentoring skills,
community/volunteer commitment,
and high level of fitness
certificate
presented at
PSI/PF/CJS
awards ceremony
but scholarship
presented by
Police Services
Board at May
meeting at
Waterloo
Regional
Headquarters
Program
Sponsored
Program
Sponsored
No
Securitas Canada
Award for
Professionalism in
Community Safety
$500
graduating
1
No
faculty/coordinator determine
nominee
Awarded at the
April interprofessional
event hosted by
Marlene
Academic
Achievement Award
certificate
graduating
1
No
Highest academic achievement
PSI/PF/CJS
awards ceremony
Program
Sponsored
PSI/PF/CJS
awards ceremony
Program
Sponsored
Constable Jennifer
Kovach Memorial
Award
Value
graduating
1
No
A female graduating student who
exemplifies Jennifer’s
humanitarianism, her leadership,
and her passion for serving as a
Police Officer.
Most Improved
Student Award
certificate
graduating
1
No
Greatest improvement in average
PSI/PF/CJS
awards ceremony
Program
Sponsored
Law Studies Award
certificate
graduating
1
No
a student who combines Academic
Excellence with demonstrated peer
mentoring skills, law research, and
group work
PSI/PF/CJS
awards ceremony
Program
Sponsored
Leadership Award
certificate
graduating
1
No
70% average, Leadership skills in
class and community
PSI/PF/CJS
awards ceremony
Program
Sponsored
Investigations Award
certificate
graduating
1
No
Excellent academic performance, indepth knowledge, application, and
participation in class of investigative
techniques and practices
PSI/PF/CJS
awards ceremony
Program
Sponsored
Highest Fitness
Achievement
certificate
graduating
2
No
Greatest Fitness Achievement for
Male and Female
PSI/PF/CJS
awards ceremony
Program
Sponsored
Most Improved Fitness
certificate
graduating
2
No
Most Improved Fitness for Male and
Female
PSI/PF/CJS
awards ceremony
Program
Sponsored
Most Mileage Attained
Fitness Award
certificate
graduating
2
No
Male and Female student with most
mileage logged
PSI/PF/CJS
awards ceremony
Program
Sponsored
MVP Male and Female
certificate
graduating
2
No
Male and Female best athlete with
leadership qualities
PSI/PF/CJS
awards ceremony
Program
Sponsored
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Community & Justice Services Awards
Award
Award Value
Year or Level
# per
year or
intake
Application
Process
Criteria
Location
Financial Aid or
Program
Sponsored
Academic
Achievement
Award
certificate
graduating
1
No
Highest academic
achievement
PSI/PF/CJS
awards
ceremony
Program
Sponsored
Most
Improved
Student
Award
certificate
graduating
1
No
Greatest
improvement in
average
PSI/PF/CJS
awards
ceremony
Program
Sponsored
No
70% average,
Leadership skills in
class and
community
PSI/PF/CJS
awards
ceremony
Program
Sponsored
PSI/PF/CJS
awards
ceremony
Program
Sponsored
Leadership
Award
certificate
graduating
1
Law Studies
Award
certificate
graduating
1
No
A student who
combines
Academic
Excellence with
demonstrated
peer mentoring
skills, law
research, and
group work
Most
Improved
Fitness
Award
certificate
graduating
2
No
Most Improved
Fitness for Male
and Female
PSI/PF/CJS
awards
ceremony
Program
Sponsored
No
Male and Female
best athlete with
leadership
qualities
PSI/PF/CJS
awards
ceremony
Program
Sponsored
MVP Fitness
Award
certificate
graduating
2
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Your Success in PSI/PF/CJS
You are signing up for two potentially incredible years. You will come across faculty with experience,
knowledge and skill who are here to introduce you to the careers in policing, security and corrections,
and to post-secondary learning. You will share classes with peers who are here to learn and to
succeed, just like you. You will be engaged in a process of study and academic achievement, which will
give you an exceptionally solid foundation for your careers or future studies. You will learn about the
fit between yourself and your career aspirations and what areas you will need to improve upon as you
enter these fields of work.
The professors in this program have high expectations of you. They work hard and expect the same
from you and demand the best from you and push you to best of your ability and beyond. They
support your growth and they challenge you. They celebrate your achievements and want you to be
successful.
Your success this year depends on you. The program, the professors, the various college services and
student organizations are here for you. Make use of them to make your college experience
worthwhile.
Your willingness to be challenged, your willingness to learn and your willingness to work hard will be
your greatest strengths towards success in the program. We have faith in you, now, it is time for you
to demonstrate those abilities and work to your potential.
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PROGRAM REVISION LOG
Last Revised
June 15th, 2015
By Whom
Jillian Grant
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