Centennial College Diploma in Community and Justice Services
Centennial College

Centennial College

Diploma in Community and Justice Services

Toronto, Canada

Diploma

2 years

English

Full time

Jan 2026

CAD 2,721 / per year *

Distance Learning, On-Campus, Blended

* tuition 2 semesters Canadian students; CAD 15,693 - tuition 2 semesters International students

Key Summary

    About : The Diploma in Community and Justice Services is designed to prepare students for careers in community service and justice settings. The program covers various topics such as social justice, community engagement, and crisis intervention. Through hands-on learning experiences, students gain practical skills relevant to effective community support.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue careers in fields such as social work, community outreach, law enforcement, or rehabilitation services. Other opportunities include roles in youth services, addiction counseling, and victim assistance programs. The diploma equips students with essential skills applicable in various community-focused professions.
  • Program Code: 1206
  • School: School of Community and Health Studies
  • Credential: Ontario College Diploma
  • Program Type: Post-secondary program
  • Program Length: 2 years/ 4 semesters
  • Location: Progress Campus

If you're fascinated with law and crime and want to help at-risk people and communities, the Community and Justice Services program is for you.

Facilitated by the School of Community and Health Studies, Community and Justice Services courses will help you to gain the expert knowledge and practical skills to work in diverse settings that address youth and adult populations that are at risk, currently incarcerated involved with the criminal justice system, or involved in rehabilitation programs.

In this diploma program, emphasis will be placed on:

  • Prevention, intervention and rehabilitative strategies
  • Practical communication
  • Treatment approaches
  • Group dynamics
  • Program development and facilitation
  • Case management and security skills

This program will include more than 400 hours of placement in and around Greater Toronto Area jails, group homes, community centres, courthouses and schools.

Please note:

  • This program is taught using a combination of modalities. Courses may be delivered face-to-face, online, or in a blended/hybrid combination of both online and traditional classroom teaching.
  • A minimum grade of C (60 percent) is required to pass all courses in this program, including GNED, COMM and ENGL.