Becoming a Security Guard

  22/07/2015

Becoming a Security Guard

Unarmed guards generally need to have a high school diploma or GED, although some jobs may not have any specific educational requirements. For armed guards, employers usually prefer people who are high school graduates or who have some coursework in criminal justice. Some employers prefer to hire security guards with some higher education, such as a police science or criminal justice degree. Programs and courses that focus specifically on security guards also are available at some postsecondary schools.

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Many employers give newly hired guards instruction before they start the job and provide on-the-job training. Training covers numerous topics, such as emergency procedures, detention of suspected criminals, and communication skills.

Drug testing is often required and may be ongoing and random. Many jobs also require a driver's license. An increasing number of states are making ongoing training a legal requirement for keeping a license. Guards who carry weapons must be licensed by the appropriate government authority. Armed guard positions also have more stringent background checks and entry requirements than those of unarmed guards. Rigorous hiring and screening programs, including background, criminal record, and fingerprint checks, are typical for armed guards.

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