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2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
(Brampton)
For the Winter 2021 semester, this program will be delivered entirely through remote learning. View delivery modes for all programs.
This program hones your skills in analysis, communication, information gathering, interviewing, issue identification, researching and problem solving. You’ll learn to use technology to present your investigative findings, and you'll be introduced to key professional skills and industry best practices.
In Year 2, you'll take part in unpaid field placements in an industry related private or public organization (in areas such as investigation, insurance, resource protection, loss prevention, physical security, or public safety). Some placements require shift work and/or travel to the worksite so you may need a driver’s licence and transportation.
After successful completion of the first semester, you can apply for a training completion number, which will make you eligible to be tested, at your own expense, for the provincially regulated licences to be a private investigator and security professional (the Dual Licence). Candidates for the Dual Licence must complete Emergency First Aid and CPR ‘C’ training with a St. John Ambulance certified instructor or with a first aid trainer approved by the WSIB (Workplace Safety and Insurance Board) to comply with the provincial licences and program placement requirements.
In Investigation - Public and Private at Sheridan, you'll work in labs and classrooms designed to imitate work environments in the real world. Curious to see what that looks like? Take a virtual tour of the Police Foundations Lab you'll use as a student in this program.
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Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Once you’ve applied for admission to this program, we’ll automatically consider you for this award.
Creative, innovative learning is at the core of all Sheridan’s courses. Here are the courses you’ll take in this program.
CODE | TITLE | CREDITS |
---|---|---|
JUST18269 | Investigative Methods | 3 |
LAWS11857 | Criminal Law and Procedures | 3 |
LAWS16010 | Civil Law and Procedures | 3 |
JUST19402 | Crisis Intervention and Use of Force | 3 |
PSYC15065G | Psychology: Core Concepts | 3 |
JUST15738 | Private Security | 3 |
Total: | 18 |
CODE | TITLE | CREDITS |
---|---|---|
JUST25288 | Communications in Interviewing | 3 |
JUST29026 | Introduction to Surveillance | 3 |
PSRV27890 | Public Safety and Threat Risk Assessments | 3 |
JUST15586 | Investigative Reporting and Open Source Research | 3 |
FLPL18634 | Placement and Career Preparation | 3 |
PSYC12399 | Abnormal Psychology | 3 |
Total: | 18 |
CODE | TITLE | CREDITS |
---|---|---|
JUST30181 | Interviewing and Statements | 3 |
JUST37198 | Fraud: Offenders and Victims | 3 |
JUST26699 | Crime Scene Preservation and Evidence Management | 3 |
JUST35738 | Organizational Security and Safety | 3 |
FLPL25892 | Field Placement 1: Investigations | 2 |
FLPL17791 | Field Seminar 1: Investigations | 1 |
GNED | General Education Elective | 3 |
Total: | 18 |
CODE | TITLE | CREDITS |
---|---|---|
JUST27721 | Terrorism and Global Security | 3 |
JUST27134 | Cyber Security and Cyber Crime | 3 |
JUST14178 | Investigative and Intelligence Analysis | 3 |
FLPL22933 | Field Placement 2 : Investigations | 5 |
FLPL25064 | Field Seminar 2: Investigations | 1 |
GNED | General Education Elective | 3 |
Total: | 18 |
Courses subject to change.
Courses subject to change.
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Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, including these required courses:
or
Eligible applicants are selected on the basis of previous academic achievement (the average of their six highest senior-level credits, including required courses).
Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements for this program will be assessed and advised individually and may be considered for other, related programs.
Although not an admission requirement, Grade 12 mathematics or equivalent and basic computer skills are recommended.
Applicants should be aware of the physical demands of the field and explore possible field placement and employment related standards before applying.
Sheridan field placement agencies may require a police record check for criminal offences, a vulnerable sector check and/or a current record of immunization. Students will be required to provide this documentation directly to their field placement prior to the start of the placement and at their own expense. Students who cannot meet these requirements may have limited field placement opportunities.
*Course duration for September starts is two academic years. Course duration for January starts is 16 months continuous.
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Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
As a graduate of Sheridan’s Investigation – Public and Private program, you’ll be ready for an exciting investigative career.
Here are some areas in which you might work:
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Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
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Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
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Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
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Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
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Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Fees shown here are estimates only. Fees are in Canadian dollars and include tuition, health insurance and ancillary charges.
The fees shown here are for the 2020–2021 academic year, and are subject to change. The fees displayed are for the first two (2) academic terms of study at Sheridan unless otherwise noted; fees for subsequent terms are not reflected on this website.
Fees for this program are paid to the University of Toronto Mississauga.
Fees for this program are paid to Brock University.
Fees shown here are estimates only. Fees are in Canadian dollars and include tuition, health insurance and ancillary charges.
The fees shown here are for the 2020-2021 academic year, and are subject to change. The fees displayed are for the first two (2) academic terms of study at Sheridan unless otherwise noted; fees for subsequent terms are not reflected on this website. For English Language Studies, depending on your level placement, your program completion time may differ.
The fees shown here are for Fall 2020, and are subject to change. The English Language Studies program is offered to international students in 7-week sessions. The fees displayed are for each 7-week session and include tuition and health insurance. Depending on your level placement, your program completion time may differ.
Your education is a big investment, and we're here to help! Keep an eye on our Financial Aid & Awards page for regular updates, and check out these important links:
Sheridan is pleased to provide an entrance scholarship in the amount of $1,000 to select applicants in this degree program. View Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship details for eligibility criteria and more.
Sheridan is pleased to provide an entrance scholarship in the amount of $1,500 to select applicants in this degree program. View Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship details for eligibility criteria and more.
Sheridan is pleased to provide an entrance scholarship in the amount of $2,500 to select applicants in this degree program. View Sheridan Degree Entrance Scholarship details for eligibility criteria and more.
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Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Take a virtual campus tour
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Take a virtual campus tour
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Take a virtual campus tour
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Take a virtual campus tour
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Take a virtual campus tour
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Take a virtual campus tour
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Take a virtual campus tour
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Take a virtual campus tour
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Take a virtual campus tour
Faculty of Applied Health & Community Studies
Ontario College Diploma
2 yrs (4 semesters)
Davis Campus
7899 McLaughlin Road, Brampton
Full-time 2 years Program code: PIPAP
Start date | Campus | Status |
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Sep 2021 | Davis Campus (Brampton) | Available |
Jan 2022 | Davis Campus (Brampton) | Available |
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