Overview
Get noticed in the field of private and public safety. The Protection, Security and Investigation program gives you a wide range of skills needed to excel in the in-demand careers in policing, customs administration, corrections, public security, and more.
Develop a deep knowledge of the criminal and civil justice systems in Canada while learning key security, protection, and investigation techniques. You will tap into your communication skills to master conflict resolution and manage diverse groups fairly and compassionately.
Get hands-on training in our state-of-the-art simulation training lab. Learn through over 800 realistic, on-the-job scenarios that you can interact with using voice recognition and use-of-force tools.
Small class sizes give you one-on-one learning opportunities with skilled and experienced faculty.
Choose a pathway to a degree with Lake Superior State University, where you earn your diploma here in two years and then complete your Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice in only two more years.
You can even choose to complete the Police Foundations diploma in one more year, giving you two diplomas in just three years.
Degree Transfers and Pathways
Whether you're starting here with a certificate or diploma program, or transferring your credits from another institution or informal experience into a program at Sault College, we have so many ways for you to continue your postsecondary education with us. Explore pathways to a degree or a diploma and learn about transfer options.
Pathways Beyond >
Earn your diploma here and then choose to complete your degree with one of our partnering universities, in as little as one more year.
Pathways Within >
Complete two diplomas in as little as three years or earn a certificate on the path towards a diploma or degree, all right here.
Pathways Into >
If you've completed any courses from another institution or have informal learning experiences, transfer your credits into a program here.
Courses
| PFP204 - 3 Communications II |
| PFP208 - 3 Lifestyle Management II |
| PFP209 - 3 Diversity/First Nations Issues |
| PFP211 - 3 Political Science and Public Administration |
| PFP303 - 3 Police Powers I |
| PFP306 - 3 Community Policing I |
| GEN110 - 3 Student Selected General Education |
| Note: *This student-selected general education course code indicates a general-education course is taken in this semester. Students will choose from a selection of courses (details) prior to the semester in which the student-selected general education course is to be taken. |
Take A Virtual Tour
Explore the interactive virtual tour of Policing, Law and Public Safety program spaces, like the MILO Range Simulator.
Requirements & Program Information
Ontario Secondary School diploma with Grade 12 English (C) ENG4C, or mature student status. Missing any requirements? Get them for free from Academic Upgrading.
Career Path
Graduates of the Protection, Security and Investigation program may find employment with Canadian Border Services, customs brokering operations, security investigations, industrial security, firefighting, emergency care, Military Police and various Police agencies.
Please note that many workplaces will require a driver`s licence for their job postings. Consider starting the process of acquiring your licence early on in your program, so that you may have a greater opportunity for employment upon graduation.
Dress code
Uniforms will be discussed on the first day of school, during orientation. The uniform consists of: polo shirt, tactical pants, belt, black boots/shoes and (optional) sweater.
Fees & Costs
| Domestic | International | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | Ancillary | Tuition | Ancillary |
| $2,648.20 | $1,250.00 | $15,120.30 | $1,900.00 |
These fees are for the 2025-2026 academic year (year 1 of study), and are subject to change. Please visit your Student Portal to view your Schedule of Fees.
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Contact
Program College Contact: Shannon Bolduc, shannon.bolduc@saultcollege.ca