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. This mandated training course covers security guard basics:

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

All participants must pass an 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.