Georgia Armed Security Officer CE Bundle – 6 Hours (Excludes Firearms Training)
Georgia Armed Security Officer CE Bundle – 6 Hours (Excludes Firearms Training)
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In Georgia, the process for obtaining a security guard license often called a "guard card," varies based on whether you intend to work as an unarmed or armed security guard.
Unarmed Security Guard Requirements:
1. Age and Citizenship:
o Be at least 18 years old.
o Be a U.S. citizen or a legal resident authorized to work in the United States.
2. Education:
o Possess a high school diploma or its equivalent.
3. Background Check:
o Undergo a criminal background check.
o Submit fingerprints for verification.
4. Training:
o Complete a minimum of 24 hours of classroom instruction covering topics such as:
Role of private security.
Legal aspects.
Patrol and observation.
Incident response.
Security resources.
First aid overview.
Customer service issues.
o This training can be provided by your employer or through a state-certified facility like Defencify Training.
It's important to note that unarmed security guards in Georgia are not required to register with the Georgia State Board of Private Detective & Security Agencies. However, they must adhere to the Board's training standards and regulations.
Armed Security Guard Requirements:
1. Age:
o Be at least 21 years old.
2. Additional Training:
o Complete an extra 15 hours of firearms training, which includes:
Liability issues.
Use of deadly force.
Types of handguns.
Ballistics.
Range training.
o Achieve a minimum score of 80% on a written exam and a firing range test.
3. Registration:
o Armed security guards must register with the Georgia State Board of Private Detective & Security Agencies. The employing agency typically submits the registration application on behalf of the employee.
4. Weapons Carry License (WCL):
o Obtain a WCL, which involves additional background checks and compliance with state regulations.
Visit the Georgia State Board of Private Detective & Security Agencies' official website for comprehensive details and access to necessary forms.
Please note that regulations and requirements are subject to change. For the most current information, it's advisable to consult the official state resources or contact the Board directly.
Meet Georgia’s continuing education requirements for registered armed security officers with this 6-hour training bundle. Designed to enhance core skills and satisfy part of the 8-hour annual CE requirement, this package focuses on critical topics like Homeland Security and professional report writing.
Included Courses:
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Weapons of Mass Destruction/Terrorism Awareness (4.0 hours)
Fulfill Georgia's Homeland Security CE requirement by learning about terrorism indicators, threat prevention, and the vital role of security personnel in safeguarding public spaces. -
Documentation and Report Writing (2.0 hours)
Master the art of clear, concise, and professional incident reporting. This course emphasizes skills essential for security personnel, such as note-taking, factual accuracy, and proper grammar.
Georgia CE Requirements:
- Total CE Hours Required: 8 hours annually for registered (armed) security officers.
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Mandatory Topics:
- 2 hours in Homeland Security (included).
- 2 hours in Firearms-Related Training (not included in this bundle).
- Remaining hours in industry-related training (included).
Important Note:
This bundle does not include the 2-hour firearms-related training required by Georgia. Officers must complete this through their employer or a certified firearms training provider.
Emphasis on Report Writing:
We’ve included Documentation and Report Writing because effective report writing is a cornerstone of security work. Even experienced officers benefit from re-reviewing this critical skill to ensure reports are thorough, accurate, and professional—key to protecting themselves, their employer, and their clients from liability.
To find the certifying instructor for this course, Defencify's CEO Russell Willmon, listed on the Georgia Professional Licensing Verification Site click here.
Upon successful completion, students will receive a Georgia BPDSA-approved certificate of completion to be used as proof of education when applying for their Georgia unarmed security guard license. This course contains training totaling 24 hours of training.
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State Requirements
In Georgia, the process for obtaining a security guard license often called a "guard card," varies based on whether you intend to work as an unarmed or armed security guard.
Unarmed Security Guard Requirements:
1. Age and Citizenship:
o Be at least 18 years old.
o Be a U.S. citizen or a legal resident authorized to work in the United States.
2. Education:
o Possess a high school diploma or its equivalent.
3. Background Check:
o Undergo a criminal background check.
o Submit fingerprints for verification.
4. Training:
o Complete a minimum of 24 hours of classroom instruction covering topics such as:
Role of private security.
Legal aspects.
Patrol and observation.
Incident response.
Security resources.
First aid overview.
Customer service issues.
o This training can be provided by your employer or through a state-certified facility like Defencify Training.
It's important to note that unarmed security guards in Georgia are not required to register with the Georgia State Board of Private Detective & Security Agencies. However, they must adhere to the Board's training standards and regulations.
Armed Security Guard Requirements:
1. Age:
o Be at least 21 years old.
2. Additional Training:
o Complete an extra 15 hours of firearms training, which includes:
Liability issues.
Use of deadly force.
Types of handguns.
Ballistics.
Range training.
o Achieve a minimum score of 80% on a written exam and a firing range test.
3. Registration:
o Armed security guards must register with the Georgia State Board of Private Detective & Security Agencies. The employing agency typically submits the registration application on behalf of the employee.
4. Weapons Carry License (WCL):
o Obtain a WCL, which involves additional background checks and compliance with state regulations.
Visit the Georgia State Board of Private Detective & Security Agencies' official website for comprehensive details and access to necessary forms.
Please note that regulations and requirements are subject to change. For the most current information, it's advisable to consult the official state resources or contact the Board directly.
Courses Include
Meet Georgia’s continuing education requirements for registered armed security officers with this 6-hour training bundle. Designed to enhance core skills and satisfy part of the 8-hour annual CE requirement, this package focuses on critical topics like Homeland Security and professional report writing.
Included Courses:
-
Weapons of Mass Destruction/Terrorism Awareness (4.0 hours)
Fulfill Georgia's Homeland Security CE requirement by learning about terrorism indicators, threat prevention, and the vital role of security personnel in safeguarding public spaces. -
Documentation and Report Writing (2.0 hours)
Master the art of clear, concise, and professional incident reporting. This course emphasizes skills essential for security personnel, such as note-taking, factual accuracy, and proper grammar.
Georgia CE Requirements:
- Total CE Hours Required: 8 hours annually for registered (armed) security officers.
-
Mandatory Topics:
- 2 hours in Homeland Security (included).
- 2 hours in Firearms-Related Training (not included in this bundle).
- Remaining hours in industry-related training (included).
Important Note:
This bundle does not include the 2-hour firearms-related training required by Georgia. Officers must complete this through their employer or a certified firearms training provider.
Emphasis on Report Writing:
We’ve included Documentation and Report Writing because effective report writing is a cornerstone of security work. Even experienced officers benefit from re-reviewing this critical skill to ensure reports are thorough, accurate, and professional—key to protecting themselves, their employer, and their clients from liability.
To find the certifying instructor for this course, Defencify's CEO Russell Willmon, listed on the Georgia Professional Licensing Verification Site click here.
Upon successful completion, students will receive a Georgia BPDSA-approved certificate of completion to be used as proof of education when applying for their Georgia unarmed security guard license. This course contains training totaling 24 hours of training.
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