Protection, Security and Investigation Fanshawe College

Overview

Throughout this Protection, Security and Investigation  Postgrad.Cert Fanshawe College you will study the practical aspects and applications of law enforcement, to be prepared for a career in both the public and private security sectors.

Courses such as Corrections 1 & 2, Canadian Border Security 1 & 2 and Institutional Security 1 & 2, will provide you with the skills and knowledge needed to enter these important and rewarding careers. You will learn about the justice system, gain a thoughtful understanding of Diversity and Indigenous People in Canada and develop skills in how to write effectively for the public safety sector.

With the Protection, Security and Investigation programme, your ambition will be met by limitless career potential. As a graduate, you can choose to further your education through articulation agreements between Fanshawe and other colleges and universities, or you can competently, effectively and safely start your career in protection, security and investigation for the public or private sector.

Career opportunities:

Graduates of Fanshawe’s Protection, Security and Investigation programme have the knowledge and skill to keep order and maintain safety as correctional officers, store investigators, loss prevention officers, security and safety officers, border services officers, retail security, court officers or other related employment.

Here are some examples of career opportunities for graduates of Fanshawe’s Protection, Security and Investigation programme:

• Store Investigator/Loss Prevention Officer

Prevent theft or loss from retail companies by maintaining the safety and security of facilities and employees.

• Security Guard

Maintain the security and safety of facilities and employees.

• Border Services Officer

Keep Canadians safe by stopping weapons, drugs and inadmissible people from entering the country, while making legitimate trade and travel possible.

• Correctional Officer

Enhancing public safety by encouraging and assisting offenders to become law-abiding citizens.