Security Guard Training Courses

8 HOUR PRE-ASSIGNMENT TRAINING COURSE
This course is accredited by the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS)

Introduction / Course Description:

The 8 Hour Pre-Assignment Training Course is a general introductory course.  This course is required by New York State as the first step in obtaining a security guard registration card from the New York State Department of State.  The course provides the student with a general overview of the duties and responsibilities of a security guard.

Topics covered in this course include:

• The Role of the Security Guard
• Legal Powers and Limitations
• Emergency Situations
• Communications and Public Relations
• Access Control
• Ethics and Conduct

The passing of an examination is required for successful completion of this course.  Upon completion of this course, the candidate must submit a copy of the school issued Certificate of Completion with the New York State security guard application.  The 8 Hour Pre-Assignment Training Course is the only course required to obtain a New York State security guard registration card.

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