This program is offered in Seneca's hybrid delivery format. Some coursework is online and some must be completed in person. Students will need to come on campus to complete in-person learning requirements.
This is an articulated version of our Justice Administration Services program. To take advantage of this accelerated program option, prior education is required. If you do not have prior education, explore our Justice Administration Services (JAS) program.
After completing this program, you will be equipped with the necessary skills to work in the justice sector as a professional public service administrator or clerk for courts and quasi-judicial administrative tribunals. You will study Canadian law, procedure and ethics while gaining hands-on experience in project management, legal research, public administration and technology. Fluency in English is critical to your success as the program strongly focuses on effective written and verbal communication.
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:
Meet all the academic requirements and you will have the opportunity to participate in a four–week unpaid field placement at the end of your second semester. This opportunity will provide you with practical work experience and exposure to the justice administration sector. With the support and assistance of the faculty and staff, you will play an active role in securing your placement.
To be placed in a court or other government setting, you will have to provide a police clearance certificate. You must have permanent resident status or Canadian citizenship to be eligible for a field placement with a government court, tribunal, department or agency.
Learn more: Seneca’s program delivery options and how courses in this program will be delivered each term.
| Start in | Location | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Sept. 2025 | Seneca@York | Open |
This program is only open to Canadian applicants.
To view the list of programs available to international applicants, please visit the international programs availability page.
Please note that availability is subject to change and a seat is not guaranteed.
When you graduate from this program, these are the types of career options you can explore:
Other career opportunities are available in administrative tribunals and agencies that deal with such matters as landlord and tenant, workplace health and safety, and labour relations.
Upon successful completion of the Alternative Dispute Resolution course, including full attendance, you will receive an Alternative Dispute Resolution Certificate of Attendance from The School of Public Safety.
