Additional information
| Province | Alberta |
|---|---|
| Colleges | Norquest College |
| Program Categories | Community Studies |
| Program Duration | 4 or 5 terms |
| Program Intakes | September |
| Class Type | Hybrid |
| Funding | Alberta Student Aid, Grants |
Justice
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If you?re passionate about working in the community and supporting people through law and policy, prepare for an exciting and rewarding career in the Justice field.|This new two-year diploma program will introduce you to Alberta laws and policies and the many socio-economic factors that influence crime. The program includes Indigenous-focused resources to promote understanding about Indigenous peoples? complex relationship with Canada?s Justice system.
Career opportunities
The skills taught in this program will allow graduates to work in a variety of roles in the justice field. There are many careers that a graduate of the Justice diploma program can pursue, including:
youth worker
bylaw officer
park warden
fish and wildlife peace officer
border security officer
commercial vehicle inspector
support worker
probation officer
case worker
community police/peace officer
transit security
victim services & advocacy
investigators (fair trade, student loans, private investigator)
indigenous peace officer
private security
police officer, RCMP officer
corrections officer
Some careers that are highly desirable to prospective students, such as Edmonton Police Services officer, may not be possible right after graduation due to strict recruitment procedures and life/career experience and age requirements. NorQuest will provide information about the varied career pathways available throughout the program and will help students work towards meeting their occupational goals.
