College Diploma Community and Justice Services

2 Years On Campus Diploma Program

Algonquin College Ottawa

Program Overview

This two-year Ontario College Diploma program prepares students for employment in a variety of careers in the community and justice services field. Students are trained in the legal and theoretical aspects of behaviour (including criminal behaviour), safety and security measures and techniques, and interviewing and intervention skills. Students also study topics including addictions, mental illness, group dynamics, behaviour management, communications, special populations (such as Aboriginal and female offenders) and the role of victims in the criminal justice system.

Program Key Stats

$16100 (Annual cost)



88 %

Eligibility Criteria


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Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Graduates may find employment in community-based agencies offering programs and support to youth and/or adults who need services related to issues
  • such as mental health
  • addictions
  • employment
  • shelter and other life challenges
  • Also find jobs in justice-related agencies offering services to youth and/or adults who are in conflict with the law
  • or who are at risk of being in conflict

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