Becoming a Security Guard in NYC

IN-PERSON & ONLINE SECURITY GUARD TRAINING COURSES

NYS LICENSE REQUIREMENTS & ADVANCED TRAINING

UPCOMING COURSES

UPCOMING 8 HOUR PRE-REGISTRATION COURSES

8 Hour Pre Assignment Security Guard Course

8 Hour Pre-Assignment Security Training (Online)

September 16 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

8 Hour Pre Assignment Security Guard Course

8 Hour Pre-Assignment Security Training (Online)

September 23 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

8 Hour Pre Assignment Security Guard Course

8 Hour Pre-Assignment Security Training (Online)

October 4 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

8 Hour Pre Assignment Security Guard Course

8 Hour Pre-Assignment Security Training (Online)

October 7 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

UPCOMING 16 HOUR ON-THE-JOB COURSES

16 Hour on the job security training course

16 Hour On-the-Job (Online)

September 10th & 17th @ 9:00am - 5:00pm

16 Hour on the job security training course

16 Hour On-the-Job (Online)

September 24th & October 1st @ 9:00am - 5:00pm

16 Hour on the job security training course

16 Hour On-the-Job (Online)

October 8th & 15th @ 9:00am - 5:00pm

16 Hour on the job security training course

16 Hour On-the-Job (Online)

October 22nd & 29th @ 9:00am - 5:00pm

UPCOMING 8 HOUR ANNUAL SECURITY COURSES

8 Hour Annual In Service Security Guard Course

8 Hour Annual In-Service Training (Online)

September 13 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

8 Hour Annual In Service Security Guard Course

8 Hour Annual In-Service Training (Online)

September 16 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

8 Hour Annual In Service Security Guard Course

8 Hour Annual In-Service Training (Online)

September 18 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

8 Hour Annual In Service Security Guard Course

8 Hour Annual In-Service Training (Online)

September 20 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

BECOME A NEW YORK STATE LICENSED SECURITY GUARD

Careers in the security industry can be financially and personally rewarding. Security guards protect against fire, theft, vandalism, terrorism, and other illegal and dangerous threats. They protect politicians, celebrities, and high net-worth individuals. Many security guards are armed with weapons. Taking on these responsibilities requires the right training, starting with New York State required licensing courses. Knight Training Institute can help you with the step-by-step process of becoming a licensed security guard.

COMPLETE THE REQUIRED TRAINING

Complete the required 8 hour pre-assignment security training course, and 16-hour on-the-job security officer training, with Knight Training Institute.

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GET FINGERPRINTED

Get fingerprinted at a local Identogo location, referencing the KTI OMI# to make your appointment. Make your appointment online at IdentoGO.com or call (877) 472-6915. Fee is $100.25 (payable to IDEMIA). You receive 2 receipts – one must be mailed with your license application.

Identogo Website

COMPLETE YOUR APPLICATION

Fill out your New York State Security Guard Application.

DOWNLOAD APPLICATION

SEND IN YOUR APPLICATION

Submit your application with a copy of your pre-assignment training certificate, and fingerprint receipt. Mail to:

New York Department of State
Division of Licensing Services
PO Box 22052
Albany, NY  12201-2052

ONGOING & ADVANCED SECURITY TRAINING

Fire extinguisher hanging on the wall of a homeless shelter in NYC

F80 Coordinator of Fire Safety and Alarm Systems in Homeless Shelters Certification Course (Online)

September 26 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Students learning how to use fire extinguishers

Fire & Life Safety Director (FLSD)

Part 1: September 30, October 1 & 2 - Part 2: October 7 - 9

Students learning how to use fire extinguishers

Fire & Life Safety Director (FLSD)

Part 1: January 5th - 8th - Part 2: January 12th & 13th