Background

Protection, Security and Investigation (PSIP)

Credential:

Diploma

Estimated yearly tuition fee:

10,000 - 20,000 CAD

Program Length:

2 Years

Category:

Justice & Emergency Services

Level:

Undergraduate

Instruction language:

English

Application Fee:

95.00 CAD

Campuses:

Sudbury

Intake and availability

Intake

Status


September 2025
Open

Program overview

In this program, you'll learn the fundamentals of criminology, sociology, psychology, and the criminal justice system which will ultimately prepare you for a wide range of career paths including policing, private security, and the Canadian Forces.

Please note: A criminal record can be a serious impediment to employment in this particular field. Many law and security employers insist on a clean criminal record.

Career outcomes*

  • Related positions with security or private investigation firms
  • Related positions with public police services
  • Related positions with Canada Customs, provincial ministries and the Canadian Forces

Academic requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or Mature Student StatusAND

Grade 12 English (C or U)

Academic IELTS 6.0 (no band under 5.5)

English requirements

Minimum International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score
Overall: 6
Listening: 6
Reading: 6
Writing: 6
Speaking: 6

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