PD101 - 8 Hour Pre-Assignment Training for Security Guards

Course Description

This course is required by New York State as the first step in obtaining a security guard registration card from the New York State Department of State. It provides the student with a general overview of the duties and responsibilities of a security guard. Topics covered in this course include:

• Role of a security guard
• Legal powers and limitations
• Emergency situations
• Communications and public relations
• Access control
• Ethics and conduct

All participants must  be 18 years old or above and pass a written examination at the conclusion of class with a grade of at least 70%.  The test covers material presented in class and is in a true/false and multiple-choice format.  Names of those who successfully complete the course and exam are recorded with the NYS Division of Criminal Justice Services Security Guard Program.

 Students should bring a black or blue ink pen to class.

Cancellation Policy: (for Security Guard classes only)

All students will be entitled to a 100% refund prior to the start of instruction and a 50% refund if the cancellation is before the start of the second session.  To cancel, call the Continuing Education office at (607)778-5012.  To report concerns or complaints about the course, contact Continuing Education or the Division of Criminal Justice Services at (518) 457-2667.