Security Officer

Private Security Officer

 Are you ready to work in one of the fastest growing fields of safety and security? Becoming a private security office may be perfect for you.  Security officers work to protect people and property and also deal with emergencies. You don’t need a degree to start working in the private security field, but a good general education will be helpful.

Unarmed Security Officer (Class D) - 42 Hours 

You will need a Class D license from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services to work in the State of Florida as an unarmed security Officer.  A security officer needs to be mature and responsible. It will also help if you are a polite and helpful person.

This 42 hour course is designed to prepare students to apply for a class "D" private security license. Topics of discussion cover both Course A and Course B of the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services requirements for application and renewal of license. A certified instructor is present for the training.

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Course topics include:

• Regulatory compliance;
• First Aid and CPR;
• Emergency procedures;
• Ethics; and
• Entrepreneurship.

SPRING 2026 CLASSes
JANUARY 5, 2026 FEBRUARY 2, 2026 MARCH 2, 2026 APRIL 6, 2026 MAY 25, 2026 (8a - 6p) North Bay Campus, EOC Bldg. 106 Course: XPS 0009 | Fee: $300 Must attend all five days to meet the required 42 hours.	TBD North Bay Campus, EOC Bldg.  106  Course: XPS 0009 | Fee: $300 Must attend all five days to meet the required 42 hours.

 

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Statewide Firearm License Training (Class G)- 28 Hr 

The Class G license is required when  private investigators or private security officers are required to carry a firearm while performing their regulated duties.  Initial training is 28 hours.  A class D license is required in order to take this class. A certified instructor is present for the training. **There is an additional charge to qualify with a second weapon.

What You Need to Wear & Bring to the Class:

• Your firearm and duty gear, as long as they are in good working order. The equipment will be inspected and approved by a firearms instructor before it can be used during the class.
• Factory ammunition for your firearm (at least 150 rounds). 
• Hip (duty) holster for your weapon.
• Long pants.
• No low cut or sleeveless shirts/blouses.
• During the class you may wear jeans or other casual attire. No shirts with offensive slogans or advertising.
• Protective eyewear.
• Hat/ball cap – for protection from flying brass on the firearms range from semi auto weapons.
• Comfortable footwear, no open toe shoes or sandals.
• Fluids to drink for recovery hydration – for outdoor range training
• Wet weather gear, since classes will be held rain or shine
• Any snacks that you may require.
• Sun block & bug spray.

Upon successfully completing the course, you will be given proof of having completed the initial course to submit with the application, photograph, requisite fees and a full set of fingerprints.

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SPRING 2026  CLASS SCHEDULE
JANUARY 16, 2026 FEBRUARY 13, 2026 MARCH 13, 2026 APRIL 10, 2026 MAY, 2026 North Bay Campus, Public Safety Building 108 | Course: XPS 0030 | Fee: $300

 

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Class G requalification course

To maintain licensure, the Class “G” license holder must complete four hours of re-qualifying training EACH YEAR. The annual training course shall consist of a review of the curriculum topics listed above as part of the initial training requirements to include any recent changes in the law. License holders will be required to achieve a passing score on a cycle of fire consisting of 48 rounds. A certified instructor is present for the training.
**There is an additional charge to qualify with a second weapon.

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What You Need to Wear & Bring to the Class:

• Your firearm and duty gear, as long as they are in good working order. The equipment will be inspected and approved by a firearms instructor before it can be used during the class.
• Factory ammunition for your firearm (at least 150 rounds). 
• Hip (duty) holster for your weapon.
• Long pants.
• No low cut or sleeveless shirts/blouses.
• During the class you may wear jeans or other casual attire. No shirts with offensive slogans or advertising.
• Protective eyewear.
• Bibbed hat/baseball cap – for protection from flying brass on the firearms range from semi auto weapons.
• Comfortable footwear, no open toe shoes or sandals.
• Fluids to drink for recovery hydration – for outdoor range training.
• Wet weather gear, since classes will be held rain or shine.
• Any snacks that you may require.
• Sun block & bug spray.

Fri. January 23, 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. North Bay Campus, Public Safety Building 108 Course: XPS 0033 |Fee: $125   Fri. February 20 or 27, 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. North Bay Campus, Public Safety Building 108 Course: XPS 0033 |Fee: $125	Fri. March 20 or 27, 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. North Bay Campus, Public Safety Building 108 Course: XPS 0033 |Fee: $125   Fri. April  17 or 24, 8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. North Bay Campus, Public Safety Building 108 Course: XPS 0033 |Fee: $125