Court and Tribunal Administration (Articulated)

Program Description

This program prepares you for a career as a professional administrator or clerk for courts and quasi-judicial administrative tribunals.

Upon graduation with all credits and full attendance, you’ll receive an Alternative Dispute Resolution Certificate from Seneca’s School of Legal and Public Administration.

Admission Requirements

Program Eligibility:

• Substantial completion of a B.A. from the Law and Society program of York University.

Note: Although not required for admission, a high degree of computer literacy and keyboarding skills at 35 w.p.m. are strongly recommended.

The Importance of Learning Skills:

Student success in college requires well developed learning skills (such as being able to work independently, participate in a team, be well-organized, develop good work habits, and show initiative). These skills are as important as prior academic achievement. While it is expected that applicants would have developed these skills through previous education and life experiences, Seneca offers support to assist students with further development of these important skills.

Your Career

Focus your career on Court and Tribunal Administration with this nine-month diploma program. You’ll learn important practical skills; earn a recognized college diploma and a professional certification in one short, intensive program. Upon graduation, you’ll be prepared to pursue an exciting career as a court clerk or professional administrator with the federal, provincial and municipal courts, or with regulatory boards, agencies and tribunals.

Articulation Program

The articulated version of the Court and Tribunal Administration program is a special, two-semester program available, (pursuant to an articulation agreement between Seneca College and York University) only to graduates of the Law and Society Program of York University. (The standard program is CTA.)

Keyboarding Requirement

All students are required to be able to keyboard at 50 w.p.m. before graduation from the program. It is the responsibility of each student to attain the

Field Placement

Meet all the academic requirements and you’ll have the opportunity to participate in a four-week unpaid field placement at the end of the second semester. This valuable experience provides you with practical work experience and exposure to potential employers. Students being placed in a court or other government setting will have to provide a police clearance certificate.

Students who do not have permanent resident status or Canadian citizenship may not be eligible for a field placement with a government department, agency or court.

Curriculum

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