Alabama Certified Security Guard – 8-Hour Initial Training Course (Online)
Alabama Certified Security Guard – 8-Hour Initial Training Course (Online)
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Alabama Unarmed Security Guard License – 8-Hour Online Training Course
Get your alabama unarmed security guard license with our ASRB-approved 8-hour initial training course. This state-certified program fulfills all training requirements for your alabama guard card application.
Complete your alabama state security license training 100% online at your own pace.
What's Covered in This 8-Hour Course:
This ASRB-compliant training includes eleven comprehensive modules:
- Alabama Security Guard Law & Regulatory Overview
- Introduction to Private Security
- Alabama Security Guard Law – State-Specific Legal Issues
- Legal Foundations & Ethics
- Appropriate Use of Force in Alabama
- The Appropriate Use of Force
- Crisis Intervention and De-Escalation
- Patrol Procedures and Observation
- Emergency Response
- Public Interaction and Customer Service
- Specialized Security Knowledge
Your Certificate of Completion:
Upon successful completion, you'll receive an official certificate documenting 8 hours of ASRB-compliant initial training. Use this certificate as proof of education when applying for your alabama unarmed security guard license with the ASRB.
Instructor Verification:
Defencify Certified Trainer Russell Willmon (CT1-0520) is verified on the Alabama Security Regulatory Board's Certified Trainer search.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I get an Alabama security guard license?
To obtain your alabama security guard license, you must: (1) be at least 18 years old, (2) complete 8 hours of ASRB-approved training with a Certified Trainer, (3) pass an FBI/ABI background check with fingerprints, and (4) submit a Personal License Application to the Alabama Security Regulatory Board with all required documents and fees. -
Can I complete Alabama security guard training online?
Yes. Alabama allows initial security officer training to be completed 100% online through ASRB-approved programs. Our course is fully compliant with state requirements and accepted by the ASRB for your alabama unarmed security guard license application. -
How long does it take to complete the 8-hour course?
The course is self-paced and takes approximately 8 hours to complete. You can start and stop as needed, and your progress is saved automatically. Most students complete the course in 1-2 days, but you have up to 30 days to finish. -
Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?
Yes. Upon successful completion, you'll immediately receive a downloadable certificate of completion documenting 8 hours of ASRB-compliant training. This certificate can be submitted with your alabama guard card application to the ASRB. -
Can I start working immediately after completing this course?
No. After completing training, you must still apply for your license through the ASRB, which includes submitting your application, fingerprints, background check, and training certificate. Processing typically takes 4-8 weeks. You cannot work as a licensed security officer until your alabama state security license is issued.
Alabama Security Guard License Requirements
In Alabama, all security officers (unarmed and armed) must be licensed by the Alabama Security Regulatory Board (ASRB). Here's what you need to obtain your alabama unarmed security guard license:
Unarmed Security Officer Requirements:
1. Age and Citizenship
- Be at least 18 years old
- Be a U.S. citizen or legal resident alien authorized to work in the United States
2. Background & Character
- Pass FBI/ABI criminal background check
- Submit fingerprints with your application
- Have no disqualifying felony conviction or crime involving moral turpitude without a full pardon
- Meet ASRB standards for mental competence and substance use
3. Training – Initial Security Officer Course
- Complete at least 8 hours of Board-approved training with an ASRB Certified Trainer before applying for your alabama guard card
- Training must cover: fire prevention, legal information, detention procedures, crisis management, crowd control, and equipment use
- Complete Board-approved use-of-force training
4. Application to the ASRB
- Submit Personal License Application with required documents
- Include photos, proof of age/citizenship, fingerprints, training certificate, and fees
Armed Security Officer Requirements (Additional):
- Be at least 21 years old
- Meet all unarmed security officer requirements first
- Complete additional firearms safety training (14 total hours minimum)
- Pass firearms qualification with duty weapons
- Complete annual firearms refresher training
License Renewal & Refresher Training:
After initial licensure, security officers must complete at least 8 hours of Board-approved refresher training from a Certified Trainer before each renewal (typically every two years). Refresher use-of-force training is also required.
Important: For official forms, current fees, and the latest information, visit the Alabama Security Regulatory Board website.
This summary is based on Alabama Code §34-27C, Ala. Admin. Code r. 832-X-1-.08, and current ASRB guidance. Requirements and fees may change. Always verify details directly with the ASRB. This information is for educational purposes only and is not legal advice
Alabama certified instructor course online from the convenience of my home. Easy to follow and at my own pace. Thank you
Course Includes
Alabama Unarmed Security Guard License – 8-Hour Online Training Course
Get your alabama unarmed security guard license with our ASRB-approved 8-hour initial training course. This state-certified program fulfills all training requirements for your alabama guard card application.
Complete your alabama state security license training 100% online at your own pace.
What's Covered in This 8-Hour Course:
This ASRB-compliant training includes eleven comprehensive modules:
- Alabama Security Guard Law & Regulatory Overview
- Introduction to Private Security
- Alabama Security Guard Law – State-Specific Legal Issues
- Legal Foundations & Ethics
- Appropriate Use of Force in Alabama
- The Appropriate Use of Force
- Crisis Intervention and De-Escalation
- Patrol Procedures and Observation
- Emergency Response
- Public Interaction and Customer Service
- Specialized Security Knowledge
Your Certificate of Completion:
Upon successful completion, you'll receive an official certificate documenting 8 hours of ASRB-compliant initial training. Use this certificate as proof of education when applying for your alabama unarmed security guard license with the ASRB.
Instructor Verification:
Defencify Certified Trainer Russell Willmon (CT1-0520) is verified on the Alabama Security Regulatory Board's Certified Trainer search.
Frequently Asked Questions
-
How do I get an Alabama security guard license?
To obtain your alabama security guard license, you must: (1) be at least 18 years old, (2) complete 8 hours of ASRB-approved training with a Certified Trainer, (3) pass an FBI/ABI background check with fingerprints, and (4) submit a Personal License Application to the Alabama Security Regulatory Board with all required documents and fees. -
Can I complete Alabama security guard training online?
Yes. Alabama allows initial security officer training to be completed 100% online through ASRB-approved programs. Our course is fully compliant with state requirements and accepted by the ASRB for your alabama unarmed security guard license application. -
How long does it take to complete the 8-hour course?
The course is self-paced and takes approximately 8 hours to complete. You can start and stop as needed, and your progress is saved automatically. Most students complete the course in 1-2 days, but you have up to 30 days to finish. -
Will I receive a certificate after completing the course?
Yes. Upon successful completion, you'll immediately receive a downloadable certificate of completion documenting 8 hours of ASRB-compliant training. This certificate can be submitted with your alabama guard card application to the ASRB. -
Can I start working immediately after completing this course?
No. After completing training, you must still apply for your license through the ASRB, which includes submitting your application, fingerprints, background check, and training certificate. Processing typically takes 4-8 weeks. You cannot work as a licensed security officer until your alabama state security license is issued.
State Requirements
Alabama Security Guard License Requirements
In Alabama, all security officers (unarmed and armed) must be licensed by the Alabama Security Regulatory Board (ASRB). Here's what you need to obtain your alabama unarmed security guard license:
Unarmed Security Officer Requirements:
1. Age and Citizenship
- Be at least 18 years old
- Be a U.S. citizen or legal resident alien authorized to work in the United States
2. Background & Character
- Pass FBI/ABI criminal background check
- Submit fingerprints with your application
- Have no disqualifying felony conviction or crime involving moral turpitude without a full pardon
- Meet ASRB standards for mental competence and substance use
3. Training – Initial Security Officer Course
- Complete at least 8 hours of Board-approved training with an ASRB Certified Trainer before applying for your alabama guard card
- Training must cover: fire prevention, legal information, detention procedures, crisis management, crowd control, and equipment use
- Complete Board-approved use-of-force training
4. Application to the ASRB
- Submit Personal License Application with required documents
- Include photos, proof of age/citizenship, fingerprints, training certificate, and fees
Armed Security Officer Requirements (Additional):
- Be at least 21 years old
- Meet all unarmed security officer requirements first
- Complete additional firearms safety training (14 total hours minimum)
- Pass firearms qualification with duty weapons
- Complete annual firearms refresher training
License Renewal & Refresher Training:
After initial licensure, security officers must complete at least 8 hours of Board-approved refresher training from a Certified Trainer before each renewal (typically every two years). Refresher use-of-force training is also required.
Important: For official forms, current fees, and the latest information, visit the Alabama Security Regulatory Board website.
This summary is based on Alabama Code §34-27C, Ala. Admin. Code r. 832-X-1-.08, and current ASRB guidance. Requirements and fees may change. Always verify details directly with the ASRB. This information is for educational purposes only and is not legal advice
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Alabama certified instructor course online from the convenience of my home. Easy to follow and at my own pace. Thank you
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