Security Guard
Security Guard Training
New York State law requires registration and training of security guards in the state. The Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) Office of Public Safety provides administrative oversight for mandated security training and approves security guard training schools. The New York State Department of State Division of Licensing Services has oversight responsibility for the registration of all security guards. SUNY Corning Community College will provide the mandatory courses for security guard training, including the 8-hour Pre-Assignment Training course, the 16-hour On the-Job Training course and the 8-hour In-service Training Course.
Certification Requirements:
- Applicants must be 18 years of age
- Successfully completed an 8-hour pre-assignment training course
- No convictions of a serious criminal offense
- Must be a citizen or resident alien of the United States
Registration Requirements:
- The completed, signed application
- Copy of certificate showing completion of an 8-hour preassignment course
- Signed DMV consent form
- Receipt that provides proof of fingerprint completion
- $36.00 fee payable to the NYS Department of State
- Any additional documentation requested in response to specific questions on the application form; and if employment will commence with filing of the application, the Notice of Employment section must be completed by your employer
Stay tuned for dates!!!
Email ilearn@corning-cc.edu or call 607-936-5501 for more information on upcoming dates or opportunities for your corporate training needs!
Businesses in Chemung, Schuyler and Steuben interested in seeking funding to send promising leaders from their organizations to this training should contact CSS Workforce NY at 607-937-8337.
SUNY Corning Community College is committed to ensuring equal access to students with disabilities. If you believe that you will need accommodations while taking this course, please contact Accessibility Services by phone 607-962-9262 or email Accessibility@corning-cc.edu to begin the process of requesting accommodations. We strive to coordinate accommodations in a timely manner, but some accommodations may not be available when you need them if you do not give timely notice.