Graduate Certificate – Advanced Police Studies (1212)

The Advanced Police Studies two-semester Ontario College Graduate Certificate program provides applied decision-making skills, integrative learning, and professional network development for careers in public safety and law enforcement. Through interactive simulations, case discussions, and applied projects, students develop strategies to navigate social and organizational issues within increasingly diverse communities. The program features a Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) placement with relevant community and law enforcement organizations, allowing students to apply classroom knowledge in real-world settings while expanding their professional network.

Academic Qualification: Undergraduate Diploma completion.

Minimum GPA: 60.0%

Minimum Language Test Scores:

• IELTS: 6.5

• TOEFL: 88.0

• PTE: 58.0

• Duolingo: 120

Value: $1,500 – $2,500 CAD (automatically applied after Day 10 of the term).

Award Breakdown:

70% – 79% average: $1,500 CAD

80% – 89% average: $2,000 CAD

90% – 100% average: $2,500 CAD

Eligibility Criteria:

Open to all nationalities.

Must be enrolled in Year 1 of an eligible degree program across any Conestoga campus (Fall, Winter, or Spring terms).

Minimum 70% admission average required.

Exclusion: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) students are ineligible.

Maintenance Requirement: Continuing students must maintain a minimum 70% Program Weighted Average to retain funding.