Comparator Programs Analysis for Key Question I.4
The table below outlines the similarities and differences between the 3 programs currently being offered.
Program Name
Credential Type
Link to Program Page
Seneca
Police Foundations
4 semesters diploma
Humber
Police Foundations
4 semesters diploma
http://www.senecac.on.ca/fullti
me/LAW.html
http://www.humber.ca/progra
m/police-foundations
Admission Requirements:
 Ontario Secondary School
Diploma (OSSD) or
equivalent, or mature
student status
 Grade 12 English (ENG4C
or ENG4U). If English is not
your first language visit the
English Language
Proficiency Policy
 Three Grade 11 or Grade
12 C, U or M courses in
addition to those listed
above
 Applicants who do not
possess the required
courses may complete
admission testing to
determine equivalencies.
Invitation and booking of
admission testing is done
using the email address
provided on the online
Admissions
Admission Requirements:
 Ontario Secondary School
Diploma with a majority of
senior credits at the
College Preparation (C),
University Preparation (U)
or University/College
Preparation (M) level or
Mature Student Status (age
19 or older)
 Grade 12 English: ENG4(C)
or ENG4(U)
Applicant Selection:
 Academic achievement
(grade in the prerequisite
English subject or its
equivalent).
Durham
Police Foundations
4 semesters diploma
http://www.durhamcolleg
e.ca/programs/policefoundations/
Admission Requirements:
 Ontario Secondary
School Diploma,
General Educational
Development,
Academic and Career
Entrance – College
Prep or Mature
Student Status plus
senior level (Grade 11
or higher) subject
credits, college
preparation (C),
university/college
preparation (M),
university preparation
(U) or post-secondary
(college or university)
in:
 Grade 12 English
(minimum weighted 75
per cent in ENG/EAE).
Algonquin
Police Foundations
4 semesters diploma
http://www2.algonquincol
lege.com/ppsi/program/p
olice-foundations/
Admission Requirements:
 Ontario Secondary
School Diploma
(OSSD) or equivalent.
Applicants with an
OSSD showing senior
English and/or
mathematics courses
at the Basic Level, or
with Workplace or
Open courses, will be
tested to determine
their
eligibility for
admission; OR
 Academic and Career
Entrance (ACE)
certificate; OR
 General Educational
Development (GED)
certificate; OR
 Mature Student
status (19 years of
application
Applicant Selection:
Admission to the college is a
competitive process. Applicants
must meet a minimum standard
set by the college. This standard
is based on research that
ensures students have a chance
of academic success while
attending Humber. In addition,
applicants compete against
other applicants for available
seats. The highest-ranked
applicants are the first to be
offered seats in a program. As a
result of these two factors,
meeting the minimum
admission requirements listed
in this publication does not
guarantee admission.
Generally, Humber admits
students in three ways:
1. In many cases, high school
grades are used to qualify
an applicant for admission.
In cases where grades are
low, an applicant may be
invited to complete a test in
order to qualify for
admission.
2. For programs that include a
Post-Admission
Requirements:


Orientation session;
and
Proof of current
Criminal Record Check
(may be required).

age or older and
without a high school
diploma at the start
of the program).
Eligibility may be
determined by
academic
achievement testing
for which a fee of $40
(subject to change)
will be charged.
English, Grade 12
(ENG4C or
equivalent).
secondary/ non-academic
requirement, such as an
audition, portfolio or
interview, high school
grades are used to pre-rank
an applicant and determine
if they will be invited to
complete the
secondary/non-academic
requirement. If an
applicant's grades are low
or they qualify as a mature
student, they may be
invited to complete an
admissions test in order to
qualify to complete the
secondary/non-academic
requirement. Applicants are
ranked according to the
results of the
secondary/non-academic
requirement.
3. Several programs at
Humber admit students
based on the results of a
pre-admission test. In this
case, all applicants are
invited to write the test
regardless of their
academic background.
Applicants are encouraged
to complete high school
courses related to the test
subjects as this increases
their chance of passing the
test.
If an applicant is enrolled in
Grade 12 required courses in
the second semester (February
to June), Grade 11 marks will be
used to determine eligibility.
Where possible, applicants
should attempt to enroll in
required courses during the first
semester.
Program Description
Prepare for an exciting career in
law enforcement and policing.
As a student of our foursemester Police Foundations
program, you’ll gain a
comprehensive police
foundations education
combining the best aspects of
legal education with practical
skill development. Complete
the program and you’ll be
equipped for a demanding and
satisfying career in policing,
public safety and law
enforcement, and develop a
strong desire for continued
learning throughout your
Humber’s Police Foundations
diploma program enjoys an
excellent reputation within the
criminal justice community –
and for good reason: the
program’s current and relevant
curriculum, developed with the
insights and expertise of
members of the college’s Police
Foundations Advisory
Committee, ensures you’ll learn
the knowledge and skills to
succeed in policing. Practical
courses allow you to learn
about psychology, sociology,
criminology, the criminal code,
contemporary social and
community problems, policing
protocols and strategies,
This program will provide
you with the skills and
knowledge to pursue an
entry-level policing
position including a broad
education in human
relation skills and the
interpretation of social
interaction including the
study of:
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Community policing;
Communication;
Investigation
processes;
Police powers and
procedures;
Professional ethics;
and
This two-year Ontario
College Diploma program
is designated to help
students who are
interested in policing in
Ontario. Students gain a
broad education in human
relations skills and the
interpretations of social
interaction. The
curriculum includes
courses on police powers
and procedures,
community policing,
investigation processes,
diversity, professional
ethics and
communication.
career.
investigating and evidence, and
conflict management. Your
education will also include
instruction in fitness and
lifestyle management that
teaches about the importance
of health and wellness in
policing.

You’ll learn from instructors
with real-life work experience in
public and private policing. As a
graduate with a range of
security, problem-solving and
administrative skills, and with a
commitment to justice and to
the community, you’ll be on
your way to the rewarding field
of law enforcement.

Race relations.
As a graduate, you will be
eligible for a career in
public policing with
organizations such as:
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Durham Regional
Police Service;
Ontario Provincial
Police;
Other public police
services;
Royal Canadian
Mounted Police; and
Toronto Police Service.
You will be subject to all
requirements of the
Ontario constable
selection process and local
police requirements when
applying for a position as a
constable in Ontario.
Please be aware that
specific, minimum criteria
such as vision and hearing
standards will apply as will
a clear Criminal Record
Check. For more
information, please see
the Applicant Testing
Services website at
www.applicationtesting.co
Starting Fall 2012: This is a
Mobile Learning Program.
As a student in this
program you will require a
mobile computing device,
for example a laptop or
tablet computer.
m.
Careers
Policing and law enforcement
education are evolving rapidly.
Developed in co-operation with
the Ministry of Community
Safety and Correctional
Services, this program prepares
you to be a candidate for police
services, as well as other
rewarding law enforcement
careers. Community policing
programs, specialization and
diversification within law
enforcement now offer talented
individuals more opportunities
than ever before.
You have a desire to serve and
protect and to make our world
a safer, better place to live, and
there’s no better way to put
that ideal into action than
through Humber’s Police
Foundations program.
With your wide-ranging policing
skills, you’ll enjoy a competitive
edge when pursuing positions
with municipal, provincial and
national police services, as well
as private policing agencies.
Your career may lead to
opportunities with the Canada
Border Services Agency or as an
immigration or correctional
officer.
Previous Humber graduates
have gone on to work at the
Ontario Provincial Police (OPP),
the Royal Canadian Mounted
Police, the Canadian Security
Intelligence Service and police
services in Toronto, York, Peel
and Durham.
Accreditation/Affiliations

Canadian Police
Association

Ontario Provincial Police
(OPP)
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
Canadian Armed
Forces;
Canada Border
Services;
In-house corporate
security;
Police service;
Security firm; and
Provincial ministry.
Graduates who
successfully complete the
requirements set by
individual police services
may find employment
with municipal, regional
and provincial police
services in Ontario and the
rest of Canada. They may
also find employment with
related law enforcement
agencies.
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
Canadian Society for
Industrial Security
Firearms Safety Education
Service of Ontario
International Association of
Law Enforcement Firearms
Instructors
Law Society of Upper
Canada
Ontario College of
Teachers
Ontario Association of
Family Mediators
International Law
Enforcement Educators
and Trainers Association
Field Work
Transfer Pathways
Number of Semesters
Curriculum
Number of Hours per
Semester
Humber College Curriculum
N/A
N/A
4
See below
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Toronto Police Service
York Regional Police
Halton Regional Police
Durham Regional Police
Peel Regional Police
Royal Canadian Mounted
Police (RCMP)
Canadian Security
Intelligence Service
Go Transit
Correctional Service of
Canada
Toronto West Detention
Centre
Syl Apps Youth Centre
Community service
opportunities are included in
the curriculum to broaden
students’ understanding of the
justice role within the
community at large.
N/A
4
See below
N/A
N/A
N/A
4
See below
N/A
4
See below
Semester 1 Subject Name
Credits
COMM 200 College Writing Skills
3
PFP.101
Canadian Criminal Justice System
3
PFP.106
Principles of Ethical Reasoning
3
PFP. 107
Issues in Diversity/First Nations Peoples
3
PFP. 108
Fitness and Lifestyle Management 1
1
PFP. 205
Public Administration
3
PSYC .100
Psychology - An Introduction
3
Semester 2 Subject Name
Credits
COMM 300 Business Writing Skills
3
PFP. 201
Criminology
3
PFP. 203
Contemporary Social Problems
3
PFP. 206
Community and Social Services
3
PFP. 208
Fitness and Lifestyle Management 2
1
PFP. 302
Criminal Code
3
SOCI 002
Sociology: Introduction
3
Semester 3 Subject Name
Credits
PFP. 301
Criminal and Civil Law
3
PFP. 303
Police Powers 1
3
PFP. 304
Interviewing and Investigations
3
PFP. 305
Youth in Conflict with the Law
3
PFP. 306
Community Policing 1
3
PFP. 307
Traffic Management
3
Description
Description
Description
PFP. 308
Lifestyle Management 1
1
POLS 104
Introduction to Politics
3
Semester 4 Subject Name
Credits
PFP. 401
Provincial Offences
3
PFP. 402
Criminal Code and Federal Statutes
3
PFP. 403
Police Powers 2
3
PFP. 404
Investigation and Evidence
3
PFP. 405
Conflict Management
3
PFP. 406
Community Policing 2
3
PFP. 408
Lifestyle Management 2
1
PSYC 003
Psychology: Social
3
Description
Durham College Curriculum
Semester 1 Subject Name
PFP 101
Canadian Criminal Justice System
PFP 304
Interviewing And Investigations
Credits
Description
Credits
Description
COMM 104 Law Enforcement Communications I
PFP 106
Principles Of Ethical Reasoning
PFP 102
Psychology
PFP 103
Sociology & Canadian Society
Semester 2 Subject Name
PFP 231
Criminal Code & Civil Law
PFP 201
Criminology
PFP 110
Fitness I
PFP 202
PFP 404
Investigation & Evidence I
PFP 303
Police Powers I
PFP 215
Politics And Public Administration
Semester 3 Subject Name
PFP 331
Career Preparation - PFP
PFP 306
Community Policing I
PFP 402
Criminal Code & Federal Statutes
PFP 220
Fitness II
Credits
Description
Credits
Description
GNED 0000
PFP 204
Law Enforcement Communications II
PFP 305
Youth In Conflict With The Law
Semester 4 Subject Name
PFP 405
Conflict Management
PFP 109
Diversity And First Nations People
PFP 330
Fitness III
PFP 414
Investigation And Evidence II
PFP 403
Police Powers II
PFP 401
Provincial Offences
PFP 307
Traffic Management
Algonquin College Curriculum
Level 1
Subject Name
Hours
PFP1000
Career and College Success
30
PFP1010
Canadian Criminal Justice System
45
PFP1020
Psychology
45
PFP1030
Sociology and Canadian Society
30
PFP1040
Communications I
45
PFP1051
Political Science/Public Administration
45
PFP1080
Fitness and Lifestyle Management I
30
Level 2
Subject Name
PFP2010
Criminology
30
PFP2020
Interpersonal and Group Dynamics
30
PFP2031
Contemporary Social Problems/Community and
Social Services
45
PFP2040
Communications II
(Prerequisites: PFP1040)
45
PFP2071
Issues in Diversity/First Nations Peoples
45
PFP2095
Fitness and Lifestyle Management II
(Prerequisites: PFP1080)
15
PFP3010
Criminal and Civil Law
45
Level 3
Subject Name
Hours
Hours
Description
Description
Description
PFP3021
Criminal Code and Federal Statutes
45
PFP3040
Interviewing and Investigations
45
PFP3071
Traffic Management
45
PFP3095
Fitness and Lifestyle Management III
(Prerequisites: PFP1080)
15
PFP4097
Career Preparation
30
PFP5009
Police Powers
42
Choose one from equivalencies:
GED0444
General Education Elective
45
Level 4
Subject Name
PFP1060
Principles of Ethical Reasoning
45
PFP3050
Youth in Conflict with the Law
30
PFP4010
Provincial Offences
30
PFP4040
Investigation and Evidence
45
PFP4050
Conflict Management
45
PFP4061
Community Policing
45
PFP4091
Fitness and Self Defense
30
Hours
Description
Seneca College Curriculum
Semester 1 Subject Name
Hrs/Wk
EAC150
College English
3
ICA001
Introduction to Computers and Applications
2
LAW120
Criminal Law and the Charter of Rights and
Freedoms
4
Description
LAW130
Criminal Justice System and Community Services
4
LAW140
Law Enforcement Communications
4
LAW150
Fitness and Lifestyle Management I
2
PSY100
Introduction to Psychology
3
Semester 2 Subject Name
Hrs/Wk
LAW210
Interpersonal Relations and Conflict
Management
4
LAW220
Arrest, Search, Force
4
LAW230
Criminal Code Offences
4
LAW250
Crime Prevention and Community Policing
4
SOC225
Sociology and Canadian Society: Contemporary
Issues
3
Semester 3 Subject Name
Hrs/Wk
PFD310
Forensic Crime Scene Investigation
4
PFD320
Civil Law for Law Enforcement
4
PFD330
Criminology
4
PFD340
Rules of Evidence
4
POL310
Canadian Politics and Public Administration
3
Semester 4 Subject Name
Hrs/Wk
PFD350
Fitness and Lifestyle Management II
2
PFD410
Traffic Law and Collision Investigation
4
PFD420
Selected Provincial and Federal Statutes
4
PFD430
Court Case Preparation and Presentation
4
Description
Description
PFD440
Police Practices
4
SOC551
Ethnic and Race Relations in Canada
3