Courses
Court Support Services-2024/2025
| Level 1 | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| LAWS-1091 | Court Clerk-OCJ Criminal | 3 | ||
| Students will study the role of Ontario Court clerks with respect to assisting the judiciary in a criminal bail, plea, and trial court. The course will focus on principles, courtroom procedures, and operations using Ministry of the Attorney General-approved guidelines specific to the Ontario Court of Justice. | ||||
| COMM-1146 | Professional Communication & Courtroom 1 | 5 | ||
| Students will examine and apply the principles of good written and oral communication including the use of proper grammar, spelling, and proofreading skills. Students will also study the various roles of participants in the courtroom, appropriate courtroom dress, and decorum. The course will address the importance of confidentiality and sensitivity in a courtroom environment. | ||||
| COMP-1551 | Computers & Courtroom Technology | 3 | ||
| In this course students will be introduced to Microsoft Office to create and format court services and other legal-based documents using correct formatting, spelling, and grammar. In addition, students will be introduced to various court technologies used in the courtroom. Students will have opportunities to practice these skills throughout the term. | ||||
| LAWS-1092 | Court Clerk/Registrar-Family Court 1 | 4 | ||
| This course will focus on the principles, courtroom procedures, and operations using Ministry of the Attorney General-approved guidelines specific to the Ontario Court of Justice, Superior Court of Justice, and the Family Court. Students will be introduced to Family Law legislation and rules, proceedings, case management, child protection timetables, and case tracking technology. | ||||
| LAWS-1093 | Canadian Legal System-Intro | 3 | ||
| This course introduces students to the Canadian legal system. Students will examine the parties involved in the legal system in Canada, sources of law, the Constitution, and the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Through this course, students will gain a general understanding of how laws are defined, created, and interpreted as well as the history, structure, and jurisdiction of Canadian courts. | ||||
| LAWS-1094 | Court Reporter 1 | 4 | ||
| In this course, students examine the role of a court reporter, including how the reporter should interact with other members of the court in a professional and respectful manner. In accordance with Ministry of the Attorney General-approved guidelines, students will learn to record and annotate court proceedings using current digital recording equipment and systems. | ||||
| Level 2 | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| LAWS-1095 | Court Registrar-SCJ Civil & Criminal | 4 | ||
| This course enables students to study the role of a courtroom Registrar for civil, small claims, and criminal court cases in the Superior Court of Justice. Participants will learn pre-, post-, and incourt responsibilities in accordance with Ministry of the Attorney General-approved procedures, practices, and guidelines. Students will also gain an understanding of the jury selection process as it relates to civil and criminal proceedings. | ||||
| LAWS-1096 | Transcription | 3 | ||
| In this course students will learn the necessary transcription procedures and techniques required to create and format certified transcripts from all court jurisdictions according to the standards set by the Ministry of the Attorney General. | ||||
| LAWS-3064 | Court Clerk/Registrar-Family Court 2 | 4 | ||
| This course builds upon the knowledge and skills gained in the Court Clerk/Registrar -- Family Court 1. In this course, emphasis is placed on practical applications such as reading and understanding Minutes of Settlement, Consents, and Judges' orders. Students will learn how to prepare forms and orders resulting from Judges' endorsements in accordance with municipal and provincial directives. | ||||
| LAWS-1097 | Clerk/Reporter-Provincial Offences | 4 | ||
| In this course students will gain an understanding of the administrative, clerical, support, and Clerk/Reporter roles in the municipally-operated Provincial Offences Court. Students will learn, pre-, post-, and in-court responsibilities in accordance with Ministry of the Attorney General approved procedures, practices, and guidelines. In addition, students will gain an understanding of Provincial Offences legislation. | ||||
| LAWS-3065 | Court Reporter 2 | 3 | ||
| This course builds upon the student's knowledge and skills gained in Court Reporter 1. Using specialized court reporting tools, students will enhance their ability to oversee audio recording systems and properly annotate audio recordings in accordance with Ministry of the Attorney General-approved procedures, practices, and guidelines. | ||||
| COMM-3088 | Professional Communication & Courtroom 2 | 4 | ||
| This course builds upon student skills introduced in Professional Communication and Courtroom Decorum I as well as introducing further responsibilities of court clerks/registrars and court service officers. Students will learn and actively practice courtroom decorum, client service skills, and in-court procedures in accordance with Ministry of Attorney General standards and guidelines. | ||||
| FLDP-1045 | Court Support Field Placement-Intro | 0 | ||
| This course introduces students to some of the necessary skills and knowledge required for a successful field placement experience. Field placement affords students the opportunity to apply academic skills and knowledge in a workplace environment rather than inside the classroom. While on placement, students will have an opportunity to work with professionals and gain experience. This introductory course will aim to give students some understanding of the demands of the court support services field and will serve to reinforce the importance of professional conduct and excellence while on field placement. | ||||
| Level 3 | ||||
| Take the following Mandatory Course: | ||||
| FLDP-5023 | Court Support Services Field Placement | 3.2 | ||
| Court Support Services students will complete a field placement component in a work setting for a minimum of 120 hours following the student's successful completion of Levels 1 & 2. A student's work experience and the scheduling of field placement will reflect the employer's needs. This course provides students with an opportunity to apply academic skills and knowledge in a workplace environment rather than inside the classroom. While on placement, students will have an opportunity to gain experience by working with the judiciary, counsel, the public, and other court staff. This experience will impact on the student's understanding of the demands of the courtroom and will serve to reinforce the importance of professionalism and decorum in court support service settings. | ||||
| Program Residency | ||||
| Students Must Complete a Minimum of 12 credits in this program at Fanshawe College to meet the Program Residency requirement and graduate from this program | ||||