New Guard Bundle
Save $26Everything a brand new guard needs to get registered: the 8-Hour Pre-Assignment plus the 16-Hour OJT, bundled at a lower price than buying each on its own.
- 8-Hour Pre-Assignment
- 16-Hour OJT
$179$205
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DCJS Approved NYS Security Training School
Get licensed.
Stay licensed.
New York State security guard training, taught in plain language by people who have worked the post. See current class options below.
The Catalog
Every class New York requires.
Renewal Bundle
Save $20Both 8-Hour Annual In-Service courses you need inside your two-year registration period, bundled so you can knock out your renewal training in one purchase.
- 8-Hour Annual In-Service
- 8-Hour Annual In-Service
$110$130
Or pick a single course
8 hours
8-Hour Pre-Assignment
The starting course required by New York State before you can apply for an unarmed guard registration with the Department of State.
Availability
Multiple dates
16 hours
16-Hour OJT
The on-the-job course required within 90 days of starting your first guard position.
Availability
Multiple dates
8 hours
8-Hour Annual In-Service
Your refresher course. Two of these inside your two-year registration period keeps your unarmed guard registration in good standing for renewal.
Availability
Multiple dates
47 hours
47-Hour Firearms
The full 47-Hour Armed Guard course required before you can apply for an armed guard registration in New York State.
Scheduling
By request
8 hours
Annual Firearms In-Service
Yearly armed in-service. Two of these inside your two-year registration period keeps your armed registration current.
Scheduling
By request
By request
IDC - Instructor Development
The Instructor Development Course for those looking to teach NYS security guard training. Offered by request as demand builds.
Scheduling
By request
How enrollment works
Three steps, then class.
1
Pick a class
Choose the course you need. New to the field, start with the 8-Hour Pre-Assignment. Already registered, pick your annual in-service.
3
Finish the course and get your certificate the same day
Spend the day with a DCJS-certified instructor. Finish the course and get your certificate of completion the same day.
The Tracker
Never miss a renewal again.
The Happy Pro tracker watches NY DOS for you, sends renewal alerts before your registration expires, and shows you exactly which classes are on file with DOS. Built for working guards.
New to renewals? Read our guide on renewing your NY security guard license.
- Renewal alerts before your registration expires
- See exactly what is on file with NY DOS
- Which in-service classes you still need
- Built for working guards
What guards say
Reviews from real students.
5.0
10 reviews
“I took the 8 hour course with Mike and Joe and it was very good! they were friendly and informative and taught the whole curriculum clearly, as well as answering all class questions. i feel very prepared for my next steps in the process.”
James L, verified Google review
“The training was a great experience. Led by tenured security officers, you receive a clear understanding of what the role of a security guard is and the importance behind it; they also provide first-hand examples of what one may encounter on the job to prepare for any situation you may come across. Genuine, accommodating, and extremely informative.”
Andrew Starr, verified Google review
Common questions
What people ask before they sign up.
Yes. New York State requires the 8-Hour Pre-Assignment before you can apply for an unarmed guard registration with the Department of State. Take that one first.
Photo ID, a pen, and something to write on. We provide all course materials. Wear something you can sit in for the day.
Yes. You finish the course and get your certificate of completion the same day, signed by the instructor. We do not mail anything later.
Two 8-Hour Annual In-Service courses inside your two-year registration period keeps your unarmed registration in good standing for renewal. Armed guards need two Annual Firearms In-Service inside the same period.
See our refund policy. Short version: full refund if you cancel before 48 hours, partial after that.
Ready when you are
Pick your course, get licensed.
Classes fill up. Reserve your seat and we will see you in class.