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Community justice and social services careers

Criminal Justice
Funeral and Allied Health Services
Social Services

Some of the most important work in a community happens quietly, helping people through everyday life - in a courtroom, on a mental health team, in a nonprofit office, in an interpreting booth or beside a family in grief. Pick a program and build practical, in-demand skills for a variety of roles. Work in law and public safety, support mental wellbeing and recovery, walk children and youth through hard moments, lead in the nonprofit sector, interpret between ASL and English or guide families through end-of-life.

Find a program that fits your interests

Help individuals, families and communities move through the systems that shape their lives. If you feel connected to justice, mental health, community leadership, ASL interpretation or end-of-life care, these programs turn that care into hands-on skill that may lead to professional certification or provincial licensure or entry-level roles.

American Sign Language (ASL) Studies
Learn American Sign Language and become immersed in Deaf culture.

American Sign Language/English Interpretation
Learn how to interpret in a variety of settings.

Behavioural Interventions
Learn to use behaviour science to work with individuals in supporting their specific learning and behaviour goals to improve quality of life.

Child and Youth Care
Specialize in the development and implementation of therapeutic programs for children, youth, families and communities.

Criminal Justice
Serve with integrity. Build the skills and credentials for a career in areas like law enforcement, corrections and public safety.

Deaf Interpreter
Transform lived Deaf experience into professional practice. In Canada’s first Deaf Interpreter program, build on your language, cultural knowledge and lived experience while developing the professional skills and standards needed to work alongside Coda and hearing interpreters.

Funeral and Allied Health Services
Build the essential skills and knowledge you need for two career paths – funeral directing and embalming.

Funeral Arranging and Directing
Develop the essential skills you need to serve clients and families, while apprenticing as a funeral director.

Mental Health Recovery and Promotion
Work with people experiencing mental health challenges and help promote mental health, recovery and wellness.

Nonprofit Leadership
Build your nonprofit management skills as you prepare for a dynamic leadership career in the nonprofit sector.

Paralegal Services
Develop the skills and knowledge for a paralegal career in a legal office environment.

Social Services
Create change in your community and enhance the quality of life for individuals you serve.

Why choose a community justice and social services program at NSCC

  • A real pathway into a professional community. Depending on your program, you may be eligible to gain certifications or join professional associations where you connect with other professionals in your line of work and continue to deepen your knowledge.
  • Prepare for people-centred professional work. Build the communication, judgement and practical skills to work alongside people navigating legal systems, community services, mental health challenges or significant life changes.
  • Learn from Deaf perspectives and experience. In ASL and interpreting studies, learn from Deaf faculty and connect with Deaf language and culture, developing your understanding of communication, access and professional practice.
  • Connect your interests to community needs. Explore ways to contribute through public safety, legal support, recovery-focused services, nonprofit leadership or support for families experiencing loss.
  • Hands-on placements built into every community justice and social services program. Every one of these programs includes work experience, preparing you for the workforce with on-the-job experience before you graduate.

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