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Security Guard Training

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Guardian Group Services provides online security guard training in coordination with the BEOC, approved by the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services. The courses offered include an 8-hour Pre-Assignment, 16-hour On-The-Job Training, all conducted via Zoom. Upon completion of the program, students will receive their certificates via email and will become licensed New York State Security Guards.

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What You Will Learn

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
  • Monitoring premises 
  • Detaining trespassers 
  • Communications and public relations
  • Access control
  • Security code of ethics and conduct
  • Enforcing rules and regulations 
  • Report writing

After completion of this course, students will need to complete fingerprinting and a background check.  Please contact Admissions at 716-645-1900 to see if you are eligible for this training. 

The Division of Criminal Justice Services offers detailed information for training courses on their site as well.

After successful completion of the course, a certificate will be issued to the student with their security guard application.

Career Outlook

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Security Guards can expect a median annual wage of $30,910 or $14.86 per hour.

Security Guards are categorized as a “bright outlook” occupation which is expected to grow rapidly in the next several years, will have a large number of job openings, or are new and emerging occupations.

Places You Can Work

Upon completion of training, students will have the opportunity to interview with a security guard company. This company is hiring for a variety of positions including seasonal, part-time, and full-time opportunities. Students can schedule a mock interview with Career Services to prepare for this interview or in lieu of a professional interview. Career Services will also be offering 1:1 resume assistance to all students who complete this program.

Upon successful completion, students earn:

  • Buffalo Educational Opportunity Center Certificate of Completion
  • NYS Security Guard Registration Card
Class Schedule, Length & Delivery

This course is conducted in person at the BEOC.

The schedule runs for three consecutive days, from Tuesday to Thursday, from 8:30 AM to 5 PM.

Qualifications to Start

Before you start this class, you must:

  • Be at least 18 years old
  • Citizen or resident alien of the U.S.
  • Have a High School Diploma or Equivalency
  • Complete TABE Assessment (Reading only)

For more information, contact Admissions

Phone

716-645-1900

Email

eoc-admissions@buffalo.edu

If you send an email, please include your last name, first name, and the program in the subject line of your email.