Unarmed Security Guard Training in California
Unarmed Security Guard Training in California
There are many requirements for becoming an Unarmed Security Guard in California. Here are the basic requirements and steps:
Unarmed Security Guard Requirements for California
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Undergoing a criminal background check through the California Department of Justice and the Federal Bureau of Investigation; and
- Completing a 40-hour course of security guard training.
40 Hour Security Guard Training Requirements For California
| Date of Completion | Training Hours |
|---|---|
| Prior to Being Assigned on Post | 8 Hours |
| Training Required within the First 30 Days | 16 Hours |
| Training Required within the First Six Months | 16 Hours |
| TOTAL HOURS | 40 HOURS |
Steps To Becoming an Unarmed Security Guard in California
Step 1
Completion of the 8 hours “Power to Arrest” training course and passing the exam.
Step 2
Submission of a security guard application at http://www.dca.ca.gov/bsis/online_services/online_licensing.shtml.
Step 3
Submission of fingerprints electronically using Live Scan. Use the forms from here Bureau’s Website or get forms at your local branch. USE ONLY THE LIVE SCAN FORMS.
Live Scan branches are available at http://www.bsis.ca.gov/forms_pubs/livescan/scansites.shtml
The Live Scan forms can be downloaded from here http://www.bsis.ca.gov/forms_pubs/livescan/forms.shtml
Step 4
Once the online application and criminal history check has been completed without a problem the security guard will appear on the Bureau’s Web Site. A training facility or security guard can verify the approval by checking “Verify a License” at http://www.bsis.ca.gov/online_services/verify_license.shtml.
When all the security guard registration has been sent and completed a screen-print out from the Web Site must be made and used until you receive your full registered license. Your real license should show up in 10-14 business days.
Step 5
When working as an Unarmed Security Guard in California you must always keep the following with you:
- A valid security guard registration or a print out of the approval.
- A valid identification with your picture.
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