The 8 hour Pre Assignment course is your first step to becoming a NYS Licensed security guard. Once you complete this step, you can apply to the state to obtain your guard license. This session will cover the general overview of the duties and responsibilities of a security guard. Topics covered in this course include the role of the security guard, legal powers and limitations, emergency situations, communications and public relations, access control, and ethics and conduct. There is an exam that you’ll need to pass to complete this course.

Instructions on fingerprinting and filing your application willbe provided to those that complete the course.

Rochester Personal Defense, LLC has assembled a full team of NYS Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) certified instructors who have the updated knowledge and skills to train and certify you. They know the job and the demands and they also know how rewarding it can be. Their approach is easy to take but also serious about the material and helping you become a Security guard of the highest quality possible.

We even offer follow up training in spray, Taser, unarmed skills, shooting development, and more. Once you become certified, you'll want to do more training, we're here to help you get better!

8 Hour Pre-Assignment Course