Oklahoma Security Guard CE Training - CLEET Approved (8 Hours)

In Oklahoma, individuals seeking to work as security guards must obtain licensure through the Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training (CLEET). The state differentiates between unarmed and armed security guards, each with specific requirements.
Unarmed Security Guard Requirements:
1. Age and Citizenship:
o Must be at least 18 years old.
o Must be a U.S. citizen or legal resident alien.
2. Character and Background:
o Demonstrate good moral character.
o No felony convictions or disqualifying criminal history.
3. Training:
o Complete 40 hours of training, divided into Phase I (20 hours) and Phase II (20 hours).
o Training must be from a CLEET-approved program and completed within 180 days of application.
4. Examination:
o Pass the Phase I/II examination.
o Exams are administered at various CareerTech testing centers across Oklahoma.
5. Application Process:
o Submit a completed application with a $50 fee.
o Provide two passport-sized color photographs.
o Undergo fingerprinting through an Identogo site within 30 days of application submission.
o Include local police and sheriff department record checks.
o Provide a letter of employment or proof of bond/insurance.
Armed Security Guard Requirements:
In addition to the unarmed security guard requirements:
1. Age:
o Must be at least 21 years old.
2. Additional Training:
o Complete Phase IV firearms training (32 hours).
o Training includes legal aspects of firearm use, safety, and marksmanship.
3. Psychological Evaluation:
o Undergo a psychological evaluation using the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI) or another approved instrument.
o Evaluation results are valid for six months.
4. Application Process:
o Submit a completed application with a $100 fee.
o Provide three passport-sized color photographs.
o Include all documentation required for unarmed guards, plus proof of firearms training and psychological evaluation.
Continuing Education and Renewal:
• License Duration: Licenses are valid for two years.
• Renewal Training:
o Unarmed Guards: 8 hours of continuing education.
o Armed Guards: Additional 8 hours of firearms-related continuing education.
• Renewal Process: Submit a renewal application with the appropriate fee before license expiration.
For comprehensive and up-to-date information, refer to the Oklahoma Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training (CLEET) official website.
Please note that regulations and fees are subject to change. It's advisable to consult official state resources or contact CLEET directly for the most current information.