Correctional Services

Careers in Corrections

Becoming a Correctional Officer

Pre-Employment Training

Following the successful completion of the admission process, candidates will be offered enrolment in the Pre-Employment Training Program which is offered at a ministry training site.

Prior to attending the training, candidates will received registration material on the following:

• tuition fees;
• room and board costs (if applicable);
• information on services available; and
• rules and regulations of the training facility.

Candidates will also receive a home-study package which they must complete prior to attending the course.

All candidates are required to successfully complete a six-week training program in adult or young offender specialization to prepare them to enter the type of institution in which they wish to work.

For more information on how to become a correctional officer, please contact:

Ministry of Community Safety & Correctional Services
Central Recruitment Unit
25 Grosvenor Street, 10th Floor
Toronto, ON, M7A 1Y6

Telephone: (416) 327-9896
Toll Free: 1-888-412-8111