The Police Foundations - Pathway for Professionals diploma offers a blend of foundational communications, legal and social studies courses equipping participants with the core and cross functional skills sought-after in today’s justice sector.
The program is designed for justice professionals and first responders including: police officers, special constables, by-law officers, corrections officers, border services, private security, and members of the Canadian military. It is ideal for learners pursuing career advancement opportunities, a potential change in careers and/or a pathway to entry into degree-level academic programs across the country.
The program is offered in a compressed, online-only format, with no scheduled classes. Recognizing that many first responders work rotating shifts and weekends, the online only format allows students the flexibility to manage their workload around their own schedules.
The new compressed format allows students to complete the diploma in as little as 4 months.
Eligibility for this accelerated program includes:
Students will apply directly to Humber College following the steps listed below. Note: you do not need to apply through OCAS (Ontario College Application System).
The information in the PLAR application is used to assess how many transfer credits you may be eligible for which, in turn, will determine how long it will take for you to complete the program.
The Police Foundations Program – Pathways for Professionals program has two intakes; September and January of each year. Applications are accepted on a first come, first serve basis throughout the year with no specific deadlines other than the start of the semester. If the program is full when we receive your application, Humber will notify you that you have been placed on a waitlist.
There is a $300 non-refundable fee for processing your PLAR-eligible transfer credits.
Based on a student's PLAR evaluation, students will be required to complete between seven and ten classes to earn their credential.
Students who are required to complete seven courses in a single semester will be assessed $1,892.34* in fees.
Students requiring an additional three courses in the following semester, will be assessed an additional $1,015.56* in fees.
All students should also anticipate $500 - $800 in additional fees for textbooks and student materials.
*Fees are based on the 2023-24 academic year and subject to change in 2024-25.
As former Chief of Police of the largest municipal police service in Canada, Mark credits some of his success to choosing Humber.
Now open for registration! Complement the Police Foundations diploma with Humber's new Advanced Skills in Policing micro-credential.
Upon completion of the Police Foundations diploma, learners have the option to enrol in a new advanced policing micro-credential. This short-format, competency-centered offering will focus on key policing skills that are complementary to your diploma and valued by employers for career advancement in justice-related roles.Want to know more about this offering? We can help.
Richard DeFacendis, program coordinator
416-675-6622 ext 3266
richard.defacendis@humber.ca