The 8-Hour Pre-Assignment Training Course is the required first step for individuals seeking to become licensed security guards in New York State. This course provides the foundational knowledge and skills necessary to begin a career in the security field.
At Premier Protection Institute, this course is delivered by experienced instructors with law enforcement backgrounds, ensuring students receive real-world insight and practical guidance.
Course Overview:
This course covers essential topics, including:
- The role and responsibilities of a security guard
- Legal powers and limitations
- Emergency response procedures
- Communication and public relations
- Access control and observation skills
- Ethics and professionalism in the workplace
What We Provide:
- Step-by-step guidance on the New York State licensing process
- Assistance with completing and submitting required paperwork
- Instruction from professionals with law enforcement experience
Important Information:
- This course is mandatory before applying for a New York State Security Guard license
- Completion of this course does not guarantee employment
- Students must complete additional state requirements, including fingerprinting and application submission
Classes are subject to rescheduling based on enrollment. Premier Protection Institute reserves the right to reschedule, combine, or cancel classes if minimum enrollment requirements are not met or due to instructor availability, weather, emergencies, or other unforeseen circumstances.
Students will be notified as soon as possible of any schedule changes. If a class is rescheduled, your registration and payment will automatically transfer to the next available class at no additional cost.
Important Information
- Registration is required to reserve your seat.
- Full payment is required prior to the start of class unless other arrangements have been approved.
- Students are responsible for attending all required class sessions to receive course completion credit.
- If you are unable to attend your scheduled class, please notify Premier Protection Institute at least 24 hours in advance so we can assist with rescheduling.
- All course schedules, instructors, and class locations are subject to change when necessary.
Thank you for choosing Premier Protection Institute. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to helping you complete your New York State Security Guard Training.
Please Note: Class dates and times are subject to change based on enrollment. Students will be notified immediately of any scheduling changes, and all registrations will be honored for the next available class.
This course is available for "remote" learning and will be available to anyone with access to an internet device with a microphone (this includes most models of computers, tablets). Classes will take place with a "Live" instructor at the date/times listed below.
Upon registration, the instructor will send along additional information about how to log-on and participate in the class.
School Notes: Students must present acceptable photo identification per NYS DCJS requirements: a valid driver's license, valid US passport, current government-issued ID, or current military ID. No other materials needed.
