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Bachelor of Applied Arts - Criminal Justice |
School of Social & Community Services |
2012/2013 Program AvailabilityLakeshore Fall: Open |
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Lakeshore
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Program Code:
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Length: Eight semesters, beginning in September, plus two, eight-week work terms |
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CONTACT INFORMATION: Jeanine Webber, PhD, RSW, program co-ordinator | 416.675.6622 ext. 3229 | jeanine.webber@humber.ca
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Humber’s Criminal Justice degree program provides students with a broad-based understanding of the criminal justice system. The curriculum combines both theory and applied skills, providing you with the breadth of knowledge and experience you need to meet the demands of a position in this field. Special emphasis is placed on understanding the perspectives of offenders, front-line professionals, administrators, the community and others who come into contact with the criminal justice system.
Introductory courses provide a fundamental understanding of key concepts and theoretical approaches developed in relation to crime, victimization, criminalization, criminal justice and penal practice. Subsequent criminal justice course content includes more in-depth study of: the nature and causes of crime; processes for managing crime, deviance and victimization; community safety; rehabilitation; recidivism; progressive reforms; restorative justice; and alternatives to incarceration.
Humber’s multidisciplinary approach includes employability training, emphasizing critical thinking, analytical and organizational skills, and interpersonal skills such as communications, team building and leadership.
Our expert faculty brings both advanced degrees and a wealth of experience from the field.
This professional degree in Criminal Justice is endorsed by the Canadian Criminal Justice Association, the Ontario Community Justice Association and the International Corrections and Prisons Association.
Humber’s School of Social & Community Services enjoys an excellent reputation within the criminal justice community. Our Advisory Committee, comprised of professionals with diverse and extensive experience in the field, guides the development of this degree program.
Note: For information regarding faculty credentials for this program, visit humber.ca/faculty.
Graduates with a criminal justice degree apply their knowledge and skills in a variety of settings including institutional and community-based correctional systems, crime prevention programs, community agencies, and law enforcement sectors. Find work as a probation officer, parole officer, program officer, adult correctional officer, police officer, immigration officer, Canada Border Services Agency officer, correctional residential worker, community justice facilitator, Ministry of Finance Inspector or as a private security officer. Pursue graduate studies in criminal justice education or related disciplines.
Utilize and sharpen new skills while gaining crucial on-the-job work experience during two mandatory eight-week work terms that take place after semesters four and six. The placements, which are unpaid, are arranged with the assistance of a Humber placement advisor.
Note: For further information, refer to the Selection Procedures section in this publication.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission to the program.
Applicants who do not meet the above admission requirements should consider applying for Humber's Police Foundations diploma program or Humber's Community and Justice Services diploma program.
Graduates of Police Foundations with an overall GPA of 75 per cent or higher may be considered for admission to the four-year Bachelor of Applied Arts – Criminal Justice degree program and may complete the degree with the equivalent of six semesters of full-time study plus two eight-week work terms. Graduates must also possess ENG4U, Humber’s COMM 200 or COMM 300 with a grade of 70 per cent or more.
Graduates of Community and Justice Services with an overall GPA of 75 per cent or higher may be considered for admission to the four-year Bachelor of Applied Arts – Criminal Justice degree program and may complete the degree with the equivalent of five semesters of full-time study plus two eight-week work terms. Graduates must also possess ENG4U, Humber’s COMM 200 or COMM 300 with a grade of 70 per cent or more.
Mature students (applicants 21 years of age or over) and/or transfer students (applicants with postsecondary education) should refer to the Mature and Transfer Student Admissions Regulations in this publication for admission criteria.
Humber has been granted a consent by the Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities to offer this applied degree for a seven-year term starting September 2008. In conformity with the Minister’s criteria and requirements, Humber will submit an application for the renewal of the consent for this program 12 months prior to the expiration of the consent. Humber shall ensure that all students admitted to the above-named program during the period of consent will have the opportunity to complete the program within a reasonable time frame.
Humber also offers the Community and Justice Studies diploma program 11171, the Police Foundations diploma program 11071, and the Protection, Security and Investgation diploma program 24101.
The 2011/2012 fee for two semesters was
Amounts listed are the total of tuition, lab and material fees, student service and auxiliary fees for the first two semesters of the 2011/2012 academic year.
Fees are subject to change.
For more information visit Fees and Financial Assistance.
The cost of textbooks is approximately $300 - $500 per semester.
Humber awards degree scholarships automatically to graduating high school students based on academic achievement.
See the following chart for details. Some of the scholarships are renewable each year if you maintain an average of 80 per cent or more.
Degree Academic Average Scholarship
| 95%+ | $4,000 renewable |
| 90 - 94.9% | $3,500 renewable |
| 85 - 89.9% | $3,000 renewable |
| 80 - 84.9% | $2,000 renewable |
| 75 - 79.9% | $1,500 one time |
Tuition Bursaries
Humber offers tuition bursaries based on demondstrated financial need. Bursary information is available online at srs.humber.ca Make sure to apply early because bursaries funds may run out before the deadline dates. Deadline to apply: June 29, 2012 for programs starting September 2012.
Entrance Scholarships
Many of Humber's scholarships are based on grades and volunteer work experience. Scholarship details and application information can be found at humber.ca/admissions/scholarships.
OSAP
Find out if you qualify for the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP). Visit osap.gov.on.ca.
On-campus Jobs
Earn while you learn! Students may apply to more than 900 on-campus jobs each school year. Competitive wages and flexible schedules are some of the perks of this program. Check out on-campus job listings at careers.humber.ca/workstudy.
Semester 1 | ||
| Course Code | Course | Credits |
| CRIM 101 | Introduction to the Canadian Criminal Justice SystemIntroduction to the Canadian Criminal Justice SystemCourse Code: CRIM 101 Credits: 3 This introductory course provides the student with an overview of the Canadian criminal justice system with a particular emphasis on the history, function, role and organization of Canadian law enforcement services. The operation of the criminal justice system will be examined and analyzed in light of contemporary issues affecting the system. Each of the major components from enforcement through the courts and correctional services will be explored. | 3 |
| HIST 102 | The History of the Canadian Correctional InstitutionThe History of the Canadian Correctional InstitutionCourse Code: HIST 102 Credits: 3 | 3 |
| PSYC 114 | Interpersonal Skills and Group DynamicsInterpersonal Skills and Group DynamicsCourse Code: PSYC 114 Credits: 3 | 3 |
| SOCI 113 | Human Rights and DiversityHuman Rights and DiversityCourse Code: SOCI 113 Credits: 3 | 3 |
| SOCI 201 | Principles of SociologyPrinciples of SociologyCourse Code: SOCI 201 Credits: 3 In a dynamic society, it is important for everyone to understand the social forces, cultural values, and ideological beliefs that frame and shape their behaviour and the pace and direction of change. Sociology, as the scientific study of the behaviour of people in groups, helps us to understand the patterns of social organization and why people think, function, and behave the way they do. This course examines the classical sociological theories of Karl Marx, Emile Durkheim, and Max Weber, as well as contemporary social theorists. This theoretical examination is then applied to understanding the importance of economic and political power, cultural and religious values, ethnic and racial identity, gender, age, and class, in shaping who we are both as individuals and as members of a social group. This course is offered online. | 3 |
Semester 2 | Course Code | Course | Credits |
| CRIM 151 | Introduction to CriminologyIntroduction to CriminologyCourse Code: CRIM 151 Credits: 3 This course provides an examination of various theoretical explanations of criminal and deviant behaviour including the sociological, biological and psychological perspectives. Criminological theory is related to various types of criminal activity. The reality of crime in Canada, including victimology, is examined through crime statistics and correlates of criminal behaviour. The impact of theory on the development and effectiveness of the criminal justice system is discussed with an emphasis on future trends within the system. The course also offers an in-depth understanding of criminology as a scientific method of studying crime and criminals. | 3 |
| CRIM 152 | Community CorrectionsCommunity CorrectionsCourse Code: CRIM 152 Credits: 3 This course provides students with an introduction to the theory and practice of community corrections. The historical evolution of community corrections is examined. The various components within the continuum of community corrections are critically analyzed, including probation, pre-trial release, conditional release and other forms of community supervision. The cost, benefits and challenges of community corrections are explored. | 3 |
| LAW. 153 | Criminal Law and ProcedureCriminal Law and ProcedureCourse Code: LAW. 153 Credits: 3 This course provides students with an introduction to the theory and practice of community corrections. The historical evolution of community corrections is examined. The various components within the continuum of community corrections are critically analyzed, including probation, pre-trial release, conditional release and other forms of community supervision. The cost, benefits and challenges of community corrections are explored. | 3 |
| PSYC 154 | Counselling: Theory and PracticeCounselling: Theory and PracticeCourse Code: PSYC 154 Credits: 3 This course provides students with an introduction to the theory and practice of community corrections. The historical evolution of community corrections is examined. The various components within the continuum of community corrections are critically analyzed, including probation, pre-trial release, conditional release and other forms of community supervision. The cost, benefits and challenges of community corrections are explored. | 3 |
| PSYC 200 | Introduction to PsychologyIntroduction to PsychologyCourse Code: PSYC 200 Credits: 3 This course is designed to introduce students to the field of psychology. Psychology seeks to understand why people think, feel, and behave the way they do scientifically. To understand ourselves and others, however, we must consider all aspects of human functioning, such as the biological basis of our behaviour, the way we learn and remember, and how our personality develops, to name a few. Thus, this course will provide an overview of some of the major fields within psychology. In the process, students will be exposed to a discipline that is rich in theoretical diversity, research findings, and practical applications. They will be encouraged to critically evaluate common sense knowledge about how people function and to challenge their preconceptions. Students who have taken PSYC 400 Psychology cannot take this course. | 3 |
Semester 3 | Course Code | Course | Credits |
| CRIM 201 | Contemporary PolicingContemporary PolicingCourse Code: CRIM 201 Credits: 3 This course examines the past, present and immediate future of policing in Canada. It will introduce the student to the institution of policing, its structure, processes, and performance in achieving its mandated responsibilities and public expectations. Topics will include: police organization, the nature of police work, service delivery models, aboriginal policing, discretion, training, education, and police interaction with the public and agents of the criminal justice system. The course encourages students to utilize academic research to explore the issues that confront Canadian public policing including: individual and institutionalized misconduct, use of force controversies, the effectiveness of civilian oversight, differential policing, racial bias, civil unrest, recruiting demands, and the challenges inherent in the post-9/11 world. | 3 |
| CRIM 202 | Victims in the Criminal Justice SystemVictims in the Criminal Justice SystemCourse Code: CRIM 202 Credits: 3 In this course, students examine various aspects of victimization. Criminological theories of victimization are analyzed and applied. There is a focus on the government’s responsibility to support victims and an opportunity to analyze the effectiveness of this function. The experience of the victim is examined to understand the challenges that the victim faces as an individual, and in their defined role within the criminal justice system. | 3 |
| CRIM 204 | Youth and CrimeYouth and CrimeCourse Code: CRIM 204 Credits: 3 Students explore issues related to youth crime. The course focuses on the manner in which the youth justice system responds to youth crime in Canada and its impact. Students examine the available research on youth crime and the youth justice system in the context of the laws that govern it. Society’s response to young offenders and the evolution of youth justice legislation in Canada are analyzed. An emphasis is on the use of custody and its impact on young offenders, as well as the media’s role in shaping our youth justice system. The course concludes with a look at who are the youth who commit crime, the changes in youth crime and the various approaches of dealing with youth crime in Canada, including the trends, future approaches and interventions when dealing with youth crime and youth in conflict with the law. | 3 |
| PHIL 203 | Ethics and Moral TheoryEthics and Moral TheoryCourse Code: PHIL 203 Credits: 3 Whatever our cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, all of us seek to achieve a good life. The purpose of this course is to examine and clarify the moral component of the good life through philosophy, social science, and narrative. Students will broadly consider the following two questions: What should I do? and How should I be? In other words, students will reflect on the ethics of conduct and the ethics of character. The course will discuss moral issues of the sort that people are likely to come across in their everyday lives, as well as social and political issues. The course will begin with a general introduction to the subject of ethics. Students will learn what it means to reflect on the moral life through philosophy and storytelling, and discover how to think critically about moral issues. Students will then examine foundational moral theories in the ethics of conduct, including relativism, ethical egoism, utilitarianism, duty ethics, rights theory, and theories of justice. Next, students will consider different accounts of the ethics of character, or virtue ethics. | 3 |
| PSYC 203 | Conflict ManagementConflict ManagementCourse Code: PSYC 203 Credits: 3 Whatever our cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, all of us seek to achieve a good life. The purpose of this course is to examine and clarify the moral component of the good life through philosophy, social science, and narrative. Students will broadly consider the following two questions: What should I do? and How should I be? In other words, students will reflect on the ethics of conduct and the ethics of character. The course will discuss moral issues of the sort that people are likely to come across in their everyday lives, as well as social and political issues. The course will begin with a general introduction to the subject of ethics. Students will learn what it means to reflect on the moral life through philosophy and storytelling, and discover how to think critically about moral issues. Students will then examine foundational moral theories in the ethics of conduct, including relativism, ethical egoism, utilitarianism, duty ethics, rights theory, and theories of justice. Next, students will consider different accounts of the ethics of character, or virtue ethics. | 3 |
Semester 4 | Course Code | Course | Credits |
| CRIM 252 | Case Management in Correctional ServicesCase Management in Correctional ServicesCourse Code: CRIM 252 Credits: 3 This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of the major issues involved in providing case management services within a correctional environment. It focuses on three major areas of theory and practice (assessment, supervision, and teamwork in effective risk management) with additional discussions on topics including special groups of offenders (female offenders, youthful offenders, Aboriginal offenders, mental health, dual diagnosis, sex offenders) victim issues, and restorative justice approaches. Through a combination of interactive lecture and small group presentations by students in the class, participants have an opportunity to review and critique relevant literature and controversial topics in the management of offenders in institutional and community settings. Case study examples are used to illustrate various scenarios in theory and practice. | 3 |
| CRIM 253 | First Nations Peoples and the Criminal Justice SystemFirst Nations Peoples and the Criminal Justice SystemCourse Code: CRIM 253 Credits: 3 This course explores some of the complicated historical, cultural, legal and political relationships among First Nations Peoples, including Métis and Inuit, with law enforcement in Canada. It begins with introducing students to some of the rich diversity of First Nations Peoples and cultures, their various experiences of colonization and racism and their entanglement in the legal and political structures of Canada from European contact to the present day. It looks at some of the examples of this entanglement – from the criminalization of cultural practices to disputes and expropriation over land to resistance (violent and non-violent) over non-Native authority – shape the policing of First Nations communities and their experience in the criminal justice system (CJS). | 3 |
| CRIM 255 | Introduction to the Practicum ExperienceIntroduction to the Practicum ExperienceCourse Code: CRIM 255 Credits: This course explores some of the complicated historical, cultural, legal and political relationships among First Nations Peoples, including Métis and Inuit, with law enforcement in Canada. It begins with introducing students to some of the rich diversity of First Nations Peoples and cultures, their various experiences of colonization and racism and their entanglement in the legal and political structures of Canada from European contact to the present day. It looks at some of the examples of this entanglement – from the criminalization of cultural practices to disputes and expropriation over land to resistance (violent and non-violent) over non-Native authority – shape the policing of First Nations communities and their experience in the criminal justice system (CJS). | |
| PSYC 403 | Social Psychology - AdvancedSocial Psychology - AdvancedCourse Code: PSYC 403 Credits: 3 Social Psychology is an extremely diverse field that generally deals with people in social situations. How do groups affect our experiences? How much are acts of aggression, obedience, conformity influenced by the people around us? Do others influence our experience of love, prejudice and discrimination? How could the presence of others influence us? This course will examine some of the principles of social psychology by specifically examining attitudes, social cognition, social perception, and prejudice all of which affect social behaviour. We will also focus on the tools that psychologists use to study these questions with the aim to have you design a study to answer a question of interest to you. The goal of this course is to introduce you to the general theories of social psychology and to demonstrate their relevance to your everyday life. Students who have taken PSYC 401 Social Psychology cannot take this course. | 3 |
| SOCI 251 | Social Problems and the Criminal Justice SystemSocial Problems and the Criminal Justice SystemCourse Code: SOCI 251 Credits: 3 Social Psychology is an extremely diverse field that generally deals with people in social situations. How do groups affect our experiences? How much are acts of aggression, obedience, conformity influenced by the people around us? Do others influence our experience of love, prejudice and discrimination? How could the presence of others influence us? This course will examine some of the principles of social psychology by specifically examining attitudes, social cognition, social perception, and prejudice all of which affect social behaviour. We will also focus on the tools that psychologists use to study these questions with the aim to have you design a study to answer a question of interest to you. The goal of this course is to introduce you to the general theories of social psychology and to demonstrate their relevance to your everyday life. Students who have taken PSYC 401 Social Psychology cannot take this course. | 3 |
| STAT 203 | Statistics for Criminal JusticeStatistics for Criminal JusticeCourse Code: STAT 203 Credits: 3 This is an introductory course in statistics for Criminal Justice students. Student readings underscore the unique character and problems associated with crime and justice statistics in Canada while assignments focus on the application of statistical methods in criminal justice and criminology. Topics include descriptive statistics, probability and probability distributions, estimation and hypothesis testing, correlation and regression, chi-square tests and analysis of variance. | 3 |
| CRIM 400 | Work Term (May–June)Work Term (May–June)Course Code: CRIM 400 Credits: This is an introductory course in statistics for Criminal Justice students. Student readings underscore the unique character and problems associated with crime and justice statistics in Canada while assignments focus on the application of statistical methods in criminal justice and criminology. Topics include descriptive statistics, probability and probability distributions, estimation and hypothesis testing, correlation and regression, chi-square tests and analysis of variance. |
Semester 5 | Course Code | Course | Credits |
| CRIM 302 | Gender in the Criminal Justice SystemGender in the Criminal Justice SystemCourse Code: CRIM 302 Credits: 3 This course highlights the historical evolution of women and crime. Contemporary theoretical perspectives regarding women and the justice system are reviewed. Particular attention is given to the gender-specific pathways to crime. A contextual analysis involving societal roles, relationships, diversity, socio-economic status, education, and employment status highlight the correlation between female criminality and the responsivity of the Canadian justice system. There is a critical analysis of the responsivity and effectiveness of female offender programming in the contemporary Canadian justice system. | 3 |
| LASE 000 | Liberal Arts Breadth ElectiveLiberal Arts Breadth ElectiveCourse Code: LASE 000 Credits: 3 Students will be allowed to choose from a variety of breadth courses. These courses span a broad range of disciplines including sociology, psychology, philosophy, history, economics, and geography, among others. Elective offerings will vary from semester to semester. Academic Writing Anthropology | 3 |
| PSYC 301 | Psychology of Criminal ConductPsychology of Criminal ConductCourse Code: PSYC 301 Credits: 3 Students will be allowed to choose from a variety of breadth courses. These courses span a broad range of disciplines including sociology, psychology, philosophy, history, economics, and geography, among others. Elective offerings will vary from semester to semester. Academic Writing Anthropology | 3 |
| RSMT 201 | Qualitative Research MethodsQualitative Research MethodsCourse Code: RSMT 201 Credits: 3 The purpose of this course is to equip students with a knowledge and understanding of key concepts and methodologies associated with qualitative data analysis and research design in the social sciences. The course will begin by defining what constitutes qualitative research and what distinguishes it from quantitative research. Students will learn how qualitative research studies are designed, why a particular research methodology is chosen and how that methodology is then carried out. Several research designs within qualitative research methodologies will be presented. Students will be introduced to methods such as ethnography, participant observation, interviewing and focus groups. In addition to covering ethical protocol in research, the course will investigate the interpretation of results, the writing up of findings and effective communication of data. In providing students with some background in how research is conducted and presented, the course will offer students the skills to think critically about research results that are presented to them in their coursework and in the media. Students will understand how qualitative research can provide important insights into problems or needs within a community or client populations, patterns of service delivery, consumer satisfaction and public opinion. | 3 |
| SOCI 303 | Sociological Theories of CrimeSociological Theories of CrimeCourse Code: SOCI 303 Credits: 3 The purpose of this course is to equip students with a knowledge and understanding of key concepts and methodologies associated with qualitative data analysis and research design in the social sciences. The course will begin by defining what constitutes qualitative research and what distinguishes it from quantitative research. Students will learn how qualitative research studies are designed, why a particular research methodology is chosen and how that methodology is then carried out. Several research designs within qualitative research methodologies will be presented. Students will be introduced to methods such as ethnography, participant observation, interviewing and focus groups. In addition to covering ethical protocol in research, the course will investigate the interpretation of results, the writing up of findings and effective communication of data. In providing students with some background in how research is conducted and presented, the course will offer students the skills to think critically about research results that are presented to them in their coursework and in the media. Students will understand how qualitative research can provide important insights into problems or needs within a community or client populations, patterns of service delivery, consumer satisfaction and public opinion. | 3 |
Semester 7 | Course Code | Course | Credits |
| CRIM 401 | Restorative JusticeRestorative JusticeCourse Code: CRIM 401 Credits: 3 This course will explore the various conceptions and philosophies of restorative justice as a promising alternative to the conventional juridical model. We will outline the historical, anthropological and theological roots of the restorative paradigm by charting the evolution of theory and practice, and their critical points of intersection. The historical context, largely, is a complex milieu of competing theoretical perspectives. In order to derive a sufficiently nuanced understanding of the restorative paradigm we must critically assess both the practical efficacy and challenges of restorative justice in contrast to prevailing legal frameworks. | 3 |
| CRIM 403 | Clinical CriminologyClinical CriminologyCourse Code: CRIM 403 Credits: 3 Over the past several decades, understanding of criminal behaviour has been fundamentally altered by advances in the medical, behavioural, and social sciences. The application of clinical technologies to the assessment and management of risk has contributed much value-added to the ultimate societal goal of increased community safety. This course is intended to highlight the many specialized disciplines that contribute to the study and understanding of criminal and deviant behaviour. In particular, psychology, psychiatry, social work, and behavioural assessment specialists from law enforcement agencies all contribute valuable perspectives. Students are exposed to a wide variety of issues associated with the intersection between clinical and behavioural presentations and criminal behaviour, including fitness to stand trial; criminal responsibility; classification, assessment, and treatment of mentally disordered offenders; punishment and rehabilitation; prediction of danger and risk assessment; criminal profiling; and special needs populations. | 3 |
| LASE 000 | Liberal Arts Breadth ElectiveLiberal Arts Breadth ElectiveCourse Code: LASE 000 Credits: 3 Students will be allowed to choose from a variety of breadth courses. These courses span a broad range of disciplines including sociology, psychology, philosophy, history, economics, and geography, among others. Elective offerings will vary from semester to semester. Academic Writing Anthropology | 3 |
| LAW. 402 | A Foundation of Law - How Case Law Reflects Canadian Core ValuesA Foundation of Law - How Case Law Reflects Canadian Core ValuesCourse Code: LAW. 402 Credits: 3 This course will require students to examine the role that Canada's legal system plays in shaping the evolution and character of Canadian society. Using controversial cases of public concern dealing with topics such as marijuana use, abortion, state surveillance, assisted suicide, hate propaganda, same sex marriage and freedom of expression, students will be required to examine relevant judicial decisions while evaluating their impact on society through analysis of mainstream media coverage and illustrate or predict changes to societal norms. | 3 |
| MGT. 404 | Management in the Criminal Justice SystemManagement in the Criminal Justice SystemCourse Code: MGT. 404 Credits: 3 This course will require students to examine the role that Canada's legal system plays in shaping the evolution and character of Canadian society. Using controversial cases of public concern dealing with topics such as marijuana use, abortion, state surveillance, assisted suicide, hate propaganda, same sex marriage and freedom of expression, students will be required to examine relevant judicial decisions while evaluating their impact on society through analysis of mainstream media coverage and illustrate or predict changes to societal norms. | 3 |
Humber has been granted a consent by the Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities to offer this applied degree for a seven-year term starting September 2008. In conformity with the Minister’s criteria and requirements, Humber will submit an application for the renewal of the consent for this program 12 months prior to the expiration of the consent. Humber shall ensure that all students admitted to the above-named program during the period of consent will have the opportunity to complete the program within a reasonable time frame.
