How To Acquire Security Officer Certification

By Essie Osborn


Lucrative opportunities abound for professionals with proper training as security officers. Of importance is to note that this is a serious profession that requires commitment and dedication. Such officers put their lives in line for the safety of others. Anyone slack in their job will risk lives of those looking up to him or her to keep them secure. Below is a guide for those looking for a security officer certification program.

You will find various institutions in your country offering these trainings and certificates after successful completion. Students will attend normal classroom lessons, hands-on training which involves solving simulated situations, as well as practice and drills. Subjects covered in the curriculum include basic criminal justice, search and seizure, use of force and limitations, as well as common first aid lessons.

Today, one can study through the internet either for certification of furthering of their skills in this area. Many colleges offer online studies to cater for students who cannot afford time and money enough for regular classroom sessions. Online courses include simulated cases and tools to handle them in the computer to give students a picture of what to expect in life situation. In both normal classroom and online studies, candidate should sit for a written exam that has a pass mark of 75% to be awarded the certificate.

During application, many schools require you to produce your ID copy, passport photos and a set of your fingerprints. Fingerprints should be taken by the federal police or the Justice department. Applicants should also have attained at least 18 years of age and above, Citizens of the country or resident aliens, and of proper mental condition. You should also provide results of your medical examination. The training requirements may vary from country to country, State to State or so; thus making it necessary to check with the school or relevant administrative departments in your nation.

For those in the U. S, fees for this training will range from $20 to $300. In most institutions, the application fee is usually non-refundable. Check within your area how much these courses cost and plan wisely.

You will also pay for renewal of your certificate and registration for firearms use every two years. This renewal includes some refresher training and a test to see if you re-qualify for use of firearms. This is a crucial course each trained officer should pass otherwise their license for firearm use may not be renewed.

Opportunities for those with excellent skills and certification in this field are many. One can seek jobs with corporate institutions, schools, private firms and others. Homes, private businesses and other properties require people to keep watch over them. There are individuals looking for personal bodyguards too.

It is also possible for one to further their careers and join institutions like those mandated with public safety, homeland security, criminal investigation or so. For this reason, one should continue with studies and work excellently as they seek chances in such institutions. Though the process of acquiring this certification may be challenging, this is a rewarding job for the committed and hard-working in a society.




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