Minnesota New Security Guard Training Course - 12 Hours
Minnesota New Security Guard Training Course - 12 Hours
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In Minnesota, individuals seeking to work as security guards are not required to obtain a personal license. Instead, they must be employed by a licensed Protective Agent—a state-authorized company to provide security services. These licensed agencies are responsible for ensuring their employees meet specific criteria and complete mandated training.
Basic Requirements for Security Guards:
• Age: Must be at least 18 years old.
• Criminal Record: Must have a clean record, free of felony convictions and certain other offenses as specified by Minnesota statutes.
• Character: Demonstrate good character, honesty, and integrity.
Training Requirements:
• Pre-Assignment Training: Within the first 21 days of employment, security guards must complete at least 12 hours of pre-assignment training. This training covers topics such as ethics, communication, an overview of the security industry, emergency response procedures, and relevant state laws and regulations. If an individual leaves the profession for three years or more and then returns, this training must be repeated.
• Continuing Education: Security guards must complete an additional six hours of continuing education annually to maintain their qualifications. citeturn0search2
Armed Security Guards:
For those intending to carry firearms while on duty, additional requirements include:
• Age: Must be at least 21 years old.
• Firearms Training: Completion of certified firearms training is mandatory. This training encompasses legal limitations on the use of force, safe handling and maintenance of firearms, and practical shooting exercises. The certified program determines the specific duration of this training. citeturn0search2
• Annual Re-Certification: Armed security personnel must undergo annual re-certification, which includes an additional six hours of training each year.
Employment and Identification:
Upon hiring, the employing Protective Agent is responsible for conducting background checks, including fingerprinting, to ensure compliance with state regulations. Employees will be issued identification cards by their employer, which must be carried while on duty.
Individuals and prospective business owners should consult the Minnesota Board of Private Detective and Protective Agent Services for comprehensive and up-to-date information.
Set yourself apart from other job candidates by walking into your security officer job interview with proof that you've completed state-required training. This is the training you need to work as a security officer in the state of Minnesota.
Approved by the Minnesota Board of Private Detective and Protective Agent Services
Upon successful completion, students will receive a Minnesota-approved certificate of completion to be used as proof of education when working as a Minnesota security officer. This course contains training totaling 12 hours. Earn your Minnesota security guard license today.
PAYMENT PLAN AVAILABLE
To find us on Minnesota's Authorized Trainers List
click here.
To find out what the next steps are after earning your MN security guard license, click here.
Good, generalized guard course. Not overly complicated.
Habsa
Perfect explanation of being a security guard
It’s was so nice
Informative, presented very well, this course is good because one needs to know the laws, and how to use it to do a very important job as a security officer or even any job in the security profession.
State Requirements
In Minnesota, individuals seeking to work as security guards are not required to obtain a personal license. Instead, they must be employed by a licensed Protective Agent—a state-authorized company to provide security services. These licensed agencies are responsible for ensuring their employees meet specific criteria and complete mandated training.
Basic Requirements for Security Guards:
• Age: Must be at least 18 years old.
• Criminal Record: Must have a clean record, free of felony convictions and certain other offenses as specified by Minnesota statutes.
• Character: Demonstrate good character, honesty, and integrity.
Training Requirements:
• Pre-Assignment Training: Within the first 21 days of employment, security guards must complete at least 12 hours of pre-assignment training. This training covers topics such as ethics, communication, an overview of the security industry, emergency response procedures, and relevant state laws and regulations. If an individual leaves the profession for three years or more and then returns, this training must be repeated.
• Continuing Education: Security guards must complete an additional six hours of continuing education annually to maintain their qualifications. citeturn0search2
Armed Security Guards:
For those intending to carry firearms while on duty, additional requirements include:
• Age: Must be at least 21 years old.
• Firearms Training: Completion of certified firearms training is mandatory. This training encompasses legal limitations on the use of force, safe handling and maintenance of firearms, and practical shooting exercises. The certified program determines the specific duration of this training. citeturn0search2
• Annual Re-Certification: Armed security personnel must undergo annual re-certification, which includes an additional six hours of training each year.
Employment and Identification:
Upon hiring, the employing Protective Agent is responsible for conducting background checks, including fingerprinting, to ensure compliance with state regulations. Employees will be issued identification cards by their employer, which must be carried while on duty.
Individuals and prospective business owners should consult the Minnesota Board of Private Detective and Protective Agent Services for comprehensive and up-to-date information.
Courses Include
Set yourself apart from other job candidates by walking into your security officer job interview with proof that you've completed state-required training. This is the training you need to work as a security officer in the state of Minnesota.
Approved by the Minnesota Board of Private Detective and Protective Agent Services
Upon successful completion, students will receive a Minnesota-approved certificate of completion to be used as proof of education when working as a Minnesota security officer. This course contains training totaling 12 hours. Earn your Minnesota security guard license today.
PAYMENT PLAN AVAILABLE
To find us on Minnesota's Authorized Trainers List
click here.
To find out what the next steps are after earning your MN security guard license, click here.
Reviews
Good, generalized guard course. Not overly complicated.
Habsa
Perfect explanation of being a security guard
It’s was so nice
Informative, presented very well, this course is good because one needs to know the laws, and how to use it to do a very important job as a security officer or even any job in the security profession.
