COURSE DESCRIPTION

The 8-Hour Pre-Assignment Training Course is the required introductory training course for individuals seeking a New York State Security Guard Registration.

Upon successful completion, students receive a Course Completion Certificate that is used as part of the application process for a NYS Security Guard Registration.

CLASS TOPICS

Role of a Security Guard
Overview of the security industry and the duties and responsibilities typically performed by security guards.

Legal Powers & Limitations
Reviews the legal authority and limitations of security guards, the differences between security guards and law enforcement officers, and applicable arrest procedures.

Emergency Situations
Introduces common emergency situations and appropriate security guard response procedures.

Communications & Public Relations
Covers effective communication, professional interaction with the public, and how perception can affect communication.

Access Control
Reviews access-control procedures, identification methods, and techniques used to control entry to protected areas.

Ethics & Professional Conduct
Reviews professional responsibilities and the importance of ethical conduct in the security industry.

Review & Examination
Students review the course material and complete a written examination consisting of multiple-choice and true/false questions.

COURSE COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS

Students must achieve a minimum score of 70% on the written examination. Students who do not achieve a passing score will receive an additional review of the material before being retested.

The course includes all required training materials and a Course Completion Certificate upon successful completion.

AFTER COMPLETING THE COURSE

Students seeking a NYS Security Guard Registration must complete the applicable New York State application requirements, including fingerprinting and submission of the required application and documentation.