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The following information is from the 2017 - 2018 academic year.

Protection, Security and Investigation: Crime Scene Investigation


Diploma


Program Code: 2420A

Length: 2 semesters

Humber’s Protection, Security and Investigation: Crime Scene Investigation diploma program is an ideal way for graduates of policing and security-related diplomas and degrees to develop leading-edge forensic knowledge and skills that are highly valued in public and private policing.

Our unique hands-on approach provides expert instruction utilizing the most modern criminal forensic technology within a specialized curriculum that includes:

  • fingerprint classification and development
  • DNA and blood profiling
  • crime scene management and analysis
  • detecting deception
  • handwriting analysis
  • criminal profiling
  • court preparation and testimony.

Our industry partners work with us to ensure all course content is current, relevant and practical.

Your training takes place in a state-of-the-art crime scene studio and forensic lab located at the Humber Centre for Justice Leadership. This innovative facility features a simulation lab for processing forensic evidence from staged crime scenes including taking photos, collecting and protecting evidence, and sketching and measuring the scene. The Centre for Justice Leadership also features four interviewing labs for practising interrogation techniques.

Note: Optional information sessions may be held throughout the year for applicants who wish to learn more about this program.

Courses

No courses available

Admission Requirements

Applicants must meet all the requirements below in order to meet minimum program eligibility. Meeting minimum eligibility requirements does not guarantee an offer of admission. Admission decisions will be available via MyHumber, or by email and mail. Admission decisions will not be released by phone.

Admission selection is based on the following requirements:

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    Academic

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

    • A Police Foundations; Law and Security Administration; Protection, Security and Investigation; or Paralegal diploma from an accredited institution or a university degree in a related field.

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

    Canadian citizens or permanent residents with international education are required to provide a WES or ICAS evaluation.

    For further information, see Admission Requirements.

    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.

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.

Pathways

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

Contact Information

Program Specific Questions

Michael Gamble
Program Co-ordinator
416.675.6622 ext. 3377
michael.gamble@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.

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