Humber’s Community and Justice Services diploma program will prepare you to help create safe and healthy spaces by applying a social justice, restorative justice, critical theory, inclusive and anti-oppressive lens while learning about the community and institutional sectors of the justice system. 

Our curriculum: 

• combines theory and applied skills and is delivered in dynamic and interactive ways 
• focuses on the development of strong interpersonal, problem-solving, group dynamics and non-violent de-escalation strategies, as well as assessment and intervention abilities 
• gives you the tools to deconstruct oppressive systems and practices 
• teaches you to develop community programs, understand correctional facilities, and engage in transformative change and restorative justice initiatives 
• prepares you for occupations where you will work with people in conflict with the law and other marginalized client groups 
• emphasizes the importance of taking proactive rather than reactive measures to community needs 
• is regularly reviewed by our advisory committee, ensuring the program is always on the cutting edge of developments in the field 

In addition, you will engage in an intensive 400-hour field experience, obtain field-related micro-credentials and participate in program initiatives that will give you the breadth of knowledge and experience needed to meet the demands of entry-level positions in the field of community and justice services. 

Our faculty 

• are diverse, skilled, committed and have direct work experience within community agencies and institutional correctional services at the local and international level 
• bring their strong educational credentials and active research in the field 
• have strong ties to community agencies and initiatives. Combined, they bring expertise in areas such as program management, community development, consulting, international peacekeeping, risk assessments and crisis interventions, case management, mental health education and intervention, counselling, art therapy, youth violence prevention, policy development and advising, agency funding and accountability, probation, corrections and law enforcement 

Courses

Admission Requirements

Admission selection is based on the following 3 requirements:

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  Academic

  To be eligible for admission, you must possess the following:

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent including these required courses:
    • Grade 12 English (ENG4C or ENG4U or equivalent)
    • Three Grade 11 or Grade 12 C, M or U courses in addition to those listed above

  or

  • Mature student status

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  • College or university transfer status

  Mature Applicants

  Diplomas and Certificates

  An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or other postsecondary school, and will be 19 or older as of the first day of classes. Humber will invite you for testing to demonstrate that you meet all listed course requirements.

  Degrees

  An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or attended postsecondary studies, and will be 21 or older as of the first day of classes. Mature applicants for degree programs will be required to meet course requirements at the U/M level or equivalent.

  College Transfer Applicants

  Diplomas and Certificates

  An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility.

  Degrees

  An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants must have an overall minimum grade point average (GPA) of 65 per cent in the program. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.

  University Transfer Applicants

  Diplomas and Certificates

  An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility.

  Degrees

  An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.

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  English Language Proficiency

  All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Humber’s English Language Proficiency Policy.

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  International Credit Evaluation

  Canadian citizens or permanent residents with international education are required to provide a credential evaluation. Note, for international High school education course by course evaluations, ICAS must be used. For international post-secondary education, a WES evaluation must be provided. In situations where you expect to apply for transfer credit, it is recommended that a course by course WES evaluation is completed.

How to Apply

Applications are made through ontariocolleges.ca. See program page for details.

International Academic Equivalency

Admission equivalencies for Humber depend on your country of study. Please see admission requirements on the program page to enter your location.

Post-Admission Requirements

Once you have been accepted, and have confirmed your offer, you may need to complete a further set of requirements related to your program (Post-Admission Requirements).

Placement Requirements

Within the first two semesters of the program, students may be required to complete:

• Valid Standard First Aid with CPR-C and Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
  Note: Students should attain or renew their certificates upon direction by Field Placement Advisor to ensure certificates do not become invalid by placement commencement date.
• Some correctional agencies have standards for minimum hearing and vision. Employers who provide field placement opportunities may require students to undergo a vulnerable sector check for criminal offences. It is important for potential students to understand that the requirements noted above are beyond the control of Humber and may prevent students from completing the full program, including the field placement component, and/or securing employment. Applicants are advised to check the requirements for specific positions in which they are interested before enrolling in this program.
• It is recommended that students complete a minimum of 50 hours of volunteer experience in a community or correctional setting prior to program entry.

Note: A vulnerable sector check will be requested during your program of study. In respect of the 90-day limit on validity of vulnerable sector checks and the types of checks required by various agencies, please do not attain a vulnerable sector check prior to being accepted to the program. Faculty will support students upon arrival to the program to ensure they apply for the correct type of police documentation at the appropriate time.

Fees

Pathways

Humber offers a number of transfer options and pathway opportunities. Visit humber.ca/transferoptions or refer to the program page.

Contact Information

Tonia Richard, program co-ordinator
Faculty of Social & Community Services
416.675.6622
tonia.richard@humber.ca

Admissions Questions

Domestic Students

416-675-5000
enquiry@humber.ca

International Students

Contact the International Centre

international.humber.ca/contact

1-416-675-5067

Every attempt is made to ensure that information contained on this website is current and accurate. Humber reserves the right to correct any error or omission, modify or cancel any course, program, fee, timetable or campus location at any time without prior notice or liability to users or any other Person.

Select information only is included in this printable PDF. For complete program details, refer to humber.ca/programs.