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Criminology Certificate (CIP 45.0401)
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The University Arts and Sciences program at Northern Lights College serves individuals and communities by providing university-level learning opportunities that reflect the intellectual and creative modes of inquiry practiced in the arts and sciences. A wide variety of first- and second-year courses enable learners to pursue numerous credential and career options, and to engage in personal enrichment.
A Criminology Certificate is awarded to students who complete ten of the designated courses, the equivalent of one year of planned first and second-year courses, at Northern Lights College. The certificate is intended to prepare students for entry-level employment positions as well as continued studies in professional programs, including Corrections, Criminology, Criminal Justice, Forensic Studies, and Law Enforcement at university or university-college transferring institutions.
The information on this program page is a summary of the official Program Information and Completion Guide approved by NLC’s Education Council. (Download a PDF of the current Program Completion Guide).
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Career Prospects
By taking a planned combination of Northern Lights College courses, students may transfer to corrections, criminology, criminal justice, forensic studies, and law enforcement programs offered at provincial universities and university-colleges. Intakes
| Location | Starting | Type | | Chetwynd | Fall | Full-Time , Part-Time | | Winter | Full-Time , Part-Time | | Spring | Full-Time , Part-Time | | Dawson Creek | Fall | Full-Time , Part-Time | | Winter | Full-Time , Part-Time | | Spring | Full-Time , Part-Time | | Fort St John | Fall | Full-Time , Part-Time | | Winter | Full-Time , Part-Time | | Spring | Full-Time , Part-Time | | Fort Nelson | Fall | Full-Time , Part-Time | | Winter | Full-Time , Part-Time | | Spring | Full-Time , Part-Time | | Tumbler Ridge | Fall | Full-Time , Part-Time | | Winter | Full-Time , Part-Time | | Spring | Full-Time , Part-Time | Length
30 credits (450 hours), minimum. This is a one year program taken over two semesters with minimum of 15 credits per semester. Part-time studies will take longer. Students in this program select course loads and course schedules that fit their needs and course availability. Registration is completed semester-by-semester. Estimated Program Fees
Program fee type: Academic Costs indicated are estimates for a full-time course load. Book, instruments, supplies, uniforms/clothing and third-party fees are additional. Domestic Fees | | Tuition | Student Fees | Instruction-related
Fees (includes GST) | Total | | Year 1 | $ 3,726.30 | $ 166.22 | $ 0.00 | $ 3,892.52 | International Fees | | Tuition | Student Fees | Instruction-related
Fees (includes GST) | International
Medical Insurance | Total | | Year 1 | $ 11,580.00 | $ 166.22 | $ 0.00 | $ 289.80* | $ 12,557.76 | *Per four hours Still have questions?
Contact: Admission Requirements
A. Domestic students and students from countries that practice Standard Written English (see Appendix A) must have official transcripts demonstrating that they have met the English Requirements: One of the following with a “C” grade or higher: English 12 or English Literature 12 or English First Peoples 12, ENGL 050 , or ENGL 099 . Alternatively, any university-level English course with a “C” grade or higher. Students who do not meet one of the above English requirements must complete the NLC Writing Assessment for appropriate course placement. B. International students who do not meet the requirement A. above, and domestic students who received their secondary education in French or another language, must show that they have met the NLC English requirement: see Appendix A (General Academic English Language Proficiency Requirements) C. Math Requirement: One of the following with a ‘C’ grade (60%) or higher: Pre-calculus 11, Principles of Mathematics 11, Foundations of Math 11, MATH 040 , or equivalent. Alternatively, readiness for MATH 050 as determined by the CCP Math appraisal. Note that some course options have specific prerequisites. Meeting the program entrance requirements does not ensure course prerequisites have been met for all available courses Important Notes
- This program is eligible for Canada Student Loans. Visit Student Aid BC to apply for financial assistance online. Note that dual credit students are not eligible for Student Aid.
- Course transfer agreements allow students to receive course-by-course transfer to other colleges, universities, and institutes in BC, as indicated in the BC Transfer Guide.
Program Requirements
| Residency Requirement | 25% of all coursework must be completed at Northern Lights College; note that a minimum 60% or ‘C’ grade is required for courses to be considered for transfer into this program. The age of the course will also be considered in course transfer. | | Minimum Grade Requirements | 2.00 program Grade Point Average (GPA); D grade (50%) minimum in all courses | Plus ONE of the following:
Credential
Certificate in Criminology |
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