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Security Guard Training (8-Hour Pre-Assignment)

NYS-compliant 8-Hour Pre-Assignment Security Guard Training course. This program prepares students to obtain their New York State Security Guard license. Covers legal powers and limitations, emergency procedures, communication skills, and professional conduct required for security professionals.

Curriculum

Module 1: Role of the Security Guard — Legal authority, responsibilities, ethics Module 2: Legal Powers & Limitations — NYS law, use of force, arrest authority, liability Module 3: Emergency Procedures — Fire safety, medical emergencies, evacuation procedures Module 4: Communication & Public Relations — Report writing, observation skills, conflict resolution Module 5: Access Control & Patrol — Facility security, patrol techniques, access management Module 6: Terrorism Awareness — Threat recognition, suspicious activity reporting

Schedule & Details

Day classes on weekends. $800 tuition + $50 enrollment/insurance fee.

Days:Saturday, Sunday
Time:10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Sessions:8 total
Duration:1 weeks
What You Receive
Professional digital comps & content
Certificate of Completion
Agency referrals for recruitment
Portfolio of your work
Program t-shirt
Pre-professional experience
Quarterly showcase performance
Networking with industry professionals

Course Details

Saturday, Sunday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
8 sessions · 1 weeks
Max 25 students
Starts 3/21/2026

Payment Options

Pay in Full
$950
All-inclusive — tuition + enrollment fee
3-Part Payment Plan
$800 tuition
+ $50 enrollment/insurance fee
1/3 at enrollment · 1/3 by week 2 · balance by week 3
About $40 per class