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NC-Certified Security Guard Training

16 Hours NCPPSB Unarmed Guard Course (2 Day Course)

NC Unarmed Guard Training Certification This course requires 16 total hours of mandatory attendance across two consecutive days. Participants must attend from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on the first scheduled date and return the following day from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. to complete the program. Course Overview This 16-hour course mandated by the North Carolina Private Protective Services Board equips security professionals with essential knowledge and skills for their role. The curriculum thoroughly covers patrol procedures, emergency response protocols, communication techniques, report writing, and note-taking methods. A significant portion focuses on legal knowledge that establishes clear boundaries for security operations within North Carolina. The training builds competence progressively, with the first four hours devoted to critical legal foundations and understanding the security guard's role in North Carolina. The remaining hours develop practical skills through detailed instruction on documentation practices, threat assessment, emergency management, and professional conduct standards. The course ensures security professionals understand their responsibilities and limitations, proper documentation requirements, and appropriate response protocols while adhering to ethical standards that protect client interests and public safety. This comprehensive training may be conducted either in traditional classroom settings or through virtual instructor-led sessions, providing flexibility for different learning preferences and schedules.

2 days (16 hours) $185.00

4 dates available Next: Saturday, July 25, 2026

Flexible Enrollment – Complete Your 16-Hour Certification in Two Sessions

First 4 Hours NC Unarmed Guard Training (Pre-Duty Requirement)

NC Unarmed Guard Training – First 4 Hours (Pre-Duty Requirement) Cost: $75.00 Course Schedule This 4-hour pre-duty session is offered on multiple days and times to accommodate different schedules. Please visit our website or contact us directly for current available sessions. Course Overview North Carolina law requires all new security guards to complete at least 4 hours of training before being placed at any duty station. This session covers: The Security Officer in North Carolina (1 Hour) Legal Issues for Security Officers (3 Hours) Important: You Must Complete the Remaining 12 Hours Within 30 Days After this session, NC law requires you to complete the remaining 12 hours within 30 days of your hire date. The completion course runs across two days on the first Monday and Tuesday of each month: First Monday: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM (4 hours) First Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (8 hours) Your remaining balance of $110.00 is due at that time.

4 hours $75.00

2 dates available Next: Saturday, July 25, 2026

Completion Course (12 Hours) Unarmed Guard

Course Schedule This 12-hour completion course is held on the first Monday and Tuesday of each month: First Monday: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM (4 hours) First Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (8 hours) Prerequisites You must have already completed the 4-hour NC Unarmed Guard Pre-Duty session prior to enrolling in this course. This completion course must be taken within 30 days of your hire date to remain in compliance with NC law. Course Overview This 12-hour session completes your mandatory 16-hour NC Unarmed Guard Training certification as required by the North Carolina Private Protective Services Board. Building on the legal foundations covered in your pre-duty session, this course develops the practical skills you need to perform your duties safely and professionally. Topics include: Patrol Procedures – Effective techniques for monitoring and securing assigned areas Emergency Response Protocols – How to recognize, respond to, and report emergency situations Communication Techniques – Professional communication with clients, the public, and law enforcement Report Writing & Documentation – Proper methods for recording incidents and maintaining accurate logs Threat Assessment – Identifying and responding appropriately to potential security risks Professional Conduct & Ethics – Standards of behavior that protect client interests and public safety Upon successful completion, you will have fulfilled the full 16-hour training requirement mandated by the North Carolina Private Protective Services Board.

2 days (12 hours) $110.00

2 dates available Next: Saturday, July 25, 2026

Professional Development & Continuing Education

6 Hours Active Shooter/Workplace Violence & Defense

Our Workplace Violence and Active Shooter Preparedness course enables you to equip both management and staff for the possibility of a violent incident. We provide valuable guidance on managing the aftermath of workplace violence and emphasize the crucial aspect of situational awareness.

6 hours $300.00

No dates currently available

Smart Ethics, Safe Career

Ethics in Private Investigations and Security This course explores essential ethical practices for investigators and security professionals, focusing on integrity, confidentiality, and legal compliance. Through real-world scenarios, learn professional decision-making strategies that protect your reputation and strengthen client trust while meeting licensing requirements.

6 hours $300.00

No dates currently available

6 Hours NCPPSB 74 C

This intensive 6-hour training program provides security professionals with comprehensive knowledge of North Carolina General Statute 74C, which establishes the legal framework governing private security operations throughout the state. Participants will gain critical insights into registration procedures, continuing education requirements, and recent court cases related to the private protective services industry. The course thoroughly examines the North Carolina Private Protective Services Board's role in administering licensing, education, and training requirements for individuals and organizations engaged in private protective services. Security professionals will learn essential compliance requirements related to North Carolina law, the Private Protective Services Board General Statute 74-C, and the Board's Administrative Rules and Regulations under Private Protective Services 14B N.C.A.C. 16. This training is ideal for security industry professionals seeking to understand legal aspects of 74C while earning continuing education credits to maintain their credentials.

6 hours $300.00

2 dates available Next: Thursday, July 23, 2026