Law Enforcement
UCN can provide a strong foundation for students to apply for rewarding careers in the RCMP, City Police Forces, First Nations Policing, correctional institutions, security positions, restorative justice programs, and sheriff’s department.
UCN faculty includes a team of instructors with career experience in RCMP and Corrections, who have credentials in Adult Education, and are committed to student success.
The UCN Law Enforcement Program is right for you if:
You have a desire to develop the capacity for leadership
You want to build your interpersonal and communication skills
You want the experience of working effectively as part of a team
You are ready for the challenge of achieving good physical condition
You want to prepare yourself to make a difference within the field of justice and your community
In addition to the core courses of the program students will receive certification in the following:
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
Applied Suicide Intervention Training
Mental Health First Aid
Standard First Aid with CPR
Boat Pro Course
Firearms Safety
All courses have a strong teamwork component and strive to engage students in experiential learning by providing the opportunity to tour RCMP Depot in Regina as well as Regina and Winnipeg City Police. There are also tours of provincial and federal correctional institutions and attendance at local provincial court.
Admission Requirements
- 18 years of age or older, and
- Manitoba Senior 4 graduate, and
- English 40S, and
- Pre-Calculus Mathematics 40S, Applied Mathematics 40S or Essential Mathematics 40S,
- Or equivalencies of above
- Or mature student
Child Abuse Registry, Adult Abuse Registry, Criminal Record
All students must meet the non-academic admission requirements prior to registration. Any costs associated with the Non-Academic Requirements are the responsibility of the student.
- Child Abuse Registry Check
As it can take up to 120 days to obtain this document, it is recommended that students apply early for the Child Abuse Registry check. Any student on the Child Abuse Registry will have their acceptance into the program revoked. - Adult Abuse Registry Check
As it can take up to 120 days to obtain this document, it is recommended that students apply early for the Adult Abuse Registry check. Any student on the Adult Abuse Registry will have their acceptance into the program revoked. - Criminal Record
Students must provide a Criminal Record Search Certificate, including Vulnerable Persons Search. As it can take up to 120 days to obtain these documents, it is recommended that students apply early for the Criminal Record Search certificate and Vulnerable Persons Search. A criminal conviction will not necessarily result in dismissal from the program; however, criminal offences will be reviewed by the Law Enforcement program instructors and a determination of program suitability will be made.
Career Paths
Upon successful completion of the Law Enforcement program, students will graduate as more independent, responsible and academically prepared citizens. The opportunity for employment in law enforcement, or a related career, will be considerably increased.
We are proud of our UCN grads who have continued their lifelong learning with:
RCMP, First Nations Police, Protective Services, the Canadian Military, Community and Band Constable positions, Manitoba Justice- Corrections, Sheriffs Service and Probation Services.
