Tuition Fee
Start Date
2025-01-13
Medium of studying
Duration
3 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Diploma
Major
Criminal Justice Studies | Legal Studies | Paralegal Studies
Area of study
Law
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Intakes
Program start date | Application deadline |
2024-09-03 | - |
2025-01-13 | - |
About Program
Program Overview
The Court Services Administrator Program at Saskatchewan Polytechnic is a 16-week applied certificate program that equips graduates for various court services roles. It combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, including a two-week work experience in a court setting. Graduates are prepared to work in provincial court, Queen's Bench, prosecutors' offices, law firms, and more. The program emphasizes practical skills development and work-integrated learning.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- Overview: This 16-week applied certificate program equips graduates for various court services roles within provincial courts, Queen's Bench, prosecutors' offices, law firms, corporate boards, and more.
- Objectives:
- Develop strong communication, multitasking, and conflict resolution skills.
- Enhance independent and team-based work abilities.
- Foster effective collaboration within diverse cultural groups.
- Apply knowledge and skills through a two-week work experience in a court setting.
- Description: This program combines theoretical knowledge with practical application.
- Structure: Full-time, 16 weeks, with specific start dates and locations provided.
- Course Schedule: Available upon request.
- Individual Modules:
- CLTR-100 Diversity: Examines cultural, gender, and disability diversity in Canada, promotes inclusion, explores Indigenous culture, and provides opportunities for cultural participation.
- CORR-100 Managing Clients in Public Safety Settings: Develops skills for interacting with diverse groups in public safety settings, including strategies for high-stress situations and defusing hostility.
- CORR-159 Extrajudicial Programs: Examines community agencies and alternative measures programs within the court system.
- CORR-167 Criminal Justice System: Explores the components of the criminal justice system and their interactions in responding to crime and crime control.
- LAW-162 Criminal Law: Analyzes the Criminal Code, selected offenses, and cases, examining elements of crime, pre-trial procedures, and the impact of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
- SPSY-160 Professional Behaviour and Ethics: Focuses on professional behavior concepts in the field of court services.
Teaching:
- Teaching Methods: Blend of classroom instruction, practical application, and work experience.
- Faculty: Experienced instructors with expertise in the court system.
- Unique Approaches: Emphasis on practical skills development and work-integrated learning.
Careers:
- Career Paths: Court support positions, administrative roles in the justice sector, law firms, corporate boards, court reporting agencies, and more.
- Opportunities: Graduates are prepared to work in provincial court, Queen's Bench, prosecutors' offices, law firms, corporate boards, court reporting agencies, and more.
- Outcomes: Graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skills to succeed in various court services and administrative roles within the justice system.
Other:
- Delivery of the program is subject to student enrollment and may vary depending on location.
- The program includes a two-week work experience, providing students with practical application of their skills.
- Students should have introductory-level Microsoft Office skills before entering the program.
- A Criminal Record Check is required for the work experience component of the program.
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