Security Guard
Transcript: 2000 1990 2005 Other jobs Over view All security guards are required to complete an 8 Hour Pre-Assignment Training Course prior to applying to the Department of State for a Security Guard Registration Card, followed by a 16 Hour On-the-Job Training Course for Security Guards within 90 days of initial employment as a security guard, and annually complete an 8 Hour Annual In-service Training Course for Security Guards every year thereafter. Armed guard applicants must possess a valid NYS pistol license pursuant to Penal Law 400.00 and must complete a 47 Hour Firearms Training Course for Security Guards prior to applying for a Special Armed Guard Registration Card. Starting one year from the date of completion of the 47 hour firearms training course, holders of a Special Armed Guard Registration Card must annually complete an 8 Hour Annual In-service Training Course for Armed Security Guards every year thereafter. This type of career would be found in the Law and Public Safety 2010 Most unarmed guards are not required to have formal training, however employers prefer armed guards to at least hold a high school diploma. To help their chances of obtaining a job, applicants may complete a security services certificate. In addition, security guards also receive on-the-job training. Armed security guards receive more extensive training because they must learn how to properly use a fire arm. In addition, employers bears the legal responsibility of anyone who uses forces on their property, so they want to ensure all of their guards are well trained. Some employers prefer to hire applicants with an associates degree or bachelors degree in criminal justice or police science. Security Guard Education required Certifications required The average salary for national guard jobs is $50,000. Average national guard salaries can vary greatly due to company, location, industry, experience and benefits. Average national salary Training required Security Guards keep customers and employees safe at businesses, malls and events. Private Security Guards usually occupy one of two positions: static guards, who remain on watch in a single location, or mobile guards, who patrol the grounds and make sure no one is in an unauthorized area. Career cluster 5 pictures of the profession/environment of profession 1995 police officer Swat team Firefighter anything else in the law enforcement field