Indigenous Justice Studies

Program Description

Indigenous Justice Studies (IJS) certificate program explores
topics related to crime and deviance, the criminal justice
system, and the rule of law. Courses critically examine the various responsibilities of key components of the justice system that
strives to ensure the safety and protection of society.
Students will look at the challenges Indigenous people
face in the criminal justice system, and how Indigenous
cultural approaches to corrections, policing, and courts are
helping to address the legacy of colonization. A great
emphasis is placed upon cultural values and beliefs of the
Indigenous community and utilizes Indigenous adult
educational teaching methodology, experimental learning,
and practical application of academic knowledge. The IJS
practicum placement allows students to gain experience
working with Indigenous agencies and organizations related to criminal and social justice.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the Indigenous Justice Studies Certificate, the learner will have an understanding and appreciation:

1.Developing an understanding and appreciation for Criminal Justice System relating to policing, courts, & correctional services

2. Work with agencies and organizations related to criminal and social justice

3. Sociological approaches to crime

Start your career and be part of Indigenous Justice today!

Classes start on and September 2023, in Vancouver, B.C.

University Transfer

Occupation upon Completion

Graduates have entered careers in community justice
agencies, policing, courts, customs, social work, and adult
and youth corrections (including parole, probation, and
supervision). Students may further their education to
graduate school or law school and into the practice of law.

Graduates find jobs with different employers including non-profit agencies, First Nation governments, or police authorities, which may include:

Correctional officers Security officers Tribal policing RCMP Family court worker Lawyer Parole officer	Indigenous Liaison Officer Indigenous Programs Officer Probation Officer Forensics Criminal Intelligence Criminal Justice Syste

Program Summary

This program is Full-time, Monday to Friday

Course Descriptions

Term 1 –

CRIM 100	Introduction to the Criminal Justice System	3
CRIM 150	Introduction to Criminology	3
ENGL 110	Introduction to College Writing	3
CMNS 125	Interpersonal Communications	3
SOC 110	Introduction to Sociology	3

Term 2 –

FNST 110	First Nations Studies	3
CRIM 160	The Canadian Legal System	3
CRIM 170	Introduction to Corrections	3
CRIM 180	Sociological Approaches to Crime	3
CRIM 145	Employment Preparation	3

Term 3 –

CRIM 120	Introduction to Policing	3
CRIM 155	IJS Practicum	6

Admission Requirements, Fees & Tuition

High School Applicants

Mature Applicants

Tuition and Fees

B.C. secondary school (Grade 12) or equivalent (B.C. Adult Dogwood Graduation Diploma or General Education Diploma).
Minimum "C+" grade in English 12 or testing an equivalent level.
Letter of Intent

18 years old or older
Written assessment with 60% or higher
Letter of Intent

Tuition:	$6,700.00
Fees:	$150.00
Books:	$1,610.00
UPass:	$451.00
Total Cost:	$8,911.00

The sooner you apply, the better your chances

Kristian Bryant

Ha’miyaa!

When I first moving to Vancouver in 2007 I heard about NEC, what attracted me to the college is the Indigenous perspective to learning, and what I like most like is the sense of community, its a such beautiful place to learn and reconnect.

Nec is important to me because creates leaders that embody our intergenerational strength that has been passed down from our ancestors.