Security Guard Card

Security Guard Card Certificate of Completion

The Security Guard Card program is designed for students pursuing employment as a registered security guard or private security officer and shall follow the standards prescribed by section 7583.6(b) of the Business and Professions Code. The program will provide the student with the required 40 hours of training for state licensure as a security guard through the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services. Upon completion of this training and successful passing of the state exam, the student may apply to the state for licensure as a security guard. State licensure is contingent on completing the training, obtaining a passing score on the state exam, and a Livescan. Upon completion of the required courses with a grade of "P" for passing, the student will be eligible for a Certificate of Completion.

Program Learning Outcomes

• 1. At the conclusion of this program, the student should be able to analyze the constitutional and ethical requirements for the search, seizure, and the preservation of evidence for private/proprietary security officers.

• 2. At the conclusion of this program, the student should be able to analyze the legal liabilities for both private security employees and employers.

• 3. At the conclusion of this program, the student should be able to analyze the legal and ethical requirements regarding the use of force by private security officers.

Program Requirements