Initial Certification

Unarmed Security Guard Training • 16 Hours
Our 16-hour unarmed security guard training program meets all requirements set by the NC Private Protective Services Board. This comprehensive course ensures you're fully compliant with state regulations and prepared for professional security duties.
NCPPSB Continuing Education Courses
The following courses are designed for certified security professionals seeking to fulfill continuing education requirements and enhance their skills.
Virtual Live Courses

NC 74C for Security Managers: Quick Decisions, Safer Outcomes
PPSB-24-088Comprehensive NC Security Officer Training: Master legal requirements, professional standards, and operational protocols in this intensive 6-hour NCPPS 74C course. Learn detainment rules, OODA Loop decision-making, de-escalation techniques, and effective law enforcement collaboration essential for security professionals.
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Active Shooter/Workplace Violence & Defense
PPSB-23-005NCPPSB-Approved Live Virtual Training: Active Shooter Emergency Response Join this interactive, live virtual course that fulfills NCPPSB continuing education requirements while preparing security professionals for active shooter emergencies. Through real-time instruction, learn critical threat assessment, life-saving protocols, and emergency response strategies based on law enforcement best practices. This certified program delivers hands-on virtual training that meets multi-state requirements for active shooter response.
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NCPPSB Unarmed Guard 16 Hour Course
123456Our North Carolina 16-hour unarmed security guard training course is fully NC PPSB certified and meets all state requirements for security guard certification in North Carolina. This comprehensive NC security guard training program covers essential topics including North Carolina security laws, patrol procedures, emergency response, report writing, and legal use of force, preparing students for immediate employment as certified security guards in NC. Required for all unarmed security positions in North Carolina, our PPSB approved course must be completed within 30 days of hire, with the first 4 hours completed within 20 days of job placement. Upon successful completion, graduates receive their official NC security guard certificate and are eligible for registration with the North Carolina Private Protective Services Board, making them job-ready for positions with licensed security companies throughout the state. This course also serves as a prerequisite for NC armed guard training and is required for Private Investigators seeking armed licensure in North Carolina.
On-Demand Courses

NC 74C for Security Managers: Quick Decisions, Safer Outcome
PPSB-24-088The training covers the legal framework, ethical considerations, and practical skills needed for effective security work in North Carolina. It breaks down complex regulations into easily understandable content for participants at a 6th-grade comprehension level.
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Smart Ethics, Safe Career
PPSB-25-034Ethics 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.
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Understanding Implicit Bias in Security & Investigations
PPSB-22-074Understanding Implicit Bias in Private Investigations NCPPSB-Approved Live Virtual Training: Active Shooter Emergency Response This interactive virtual course fulfills NCPPSB continuing education requirements while preparing security professionals for active shooter emergencies. Learn critical threat assessment, life-saving protocols, and emergency response strategies based on law enforcement best practices. This certified program provides hands-on virtual training meeting multi-state requirements for active shooter response. Available on demand.
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Active Shooter/Workplace Violence & Defense
PPSB-23-005This On Demand training Active Shooter Emergency Response Join this interactive, live virtual course that fulfills NCPPSB continuing education requirements while preparing security professionals for active shooter emergencies. Through real-time instruction, learn critical threat assessment, life-saving protocols, and emergency response strategies based on law enforcement best practices. This certified program delivers hands-on virtual training that meets multi-state requirements for active shooter response.
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Report Writing for Private Investigators and Security Professionals
PPSB-24-087Professional Investigative Report Writing Course - On-Demand Training Master essential report writing skills with this comprehensive on-demand course designed specifically for private investigators and security professionals. Learn to create clear, accurate, and legally compliant investigative reports that meet professional standards for insurance claims, legal proceedings, and client documentation. This course covers critical documentation techniques including subject descriptions, activity recording, evidence integration, and specialized report types for workers' compensation investigations, welfare checks, and corporate due diligence. Enhance your professional credibility with reports that maintain accuracy, clarity, and objectivity while withstanding legal scrutiny. Perfect for private investigators, security guards, and investigation professionals seeking to improve their documentation skills and deliver professional-grade reports that support client needs and legal requirements. Available 24/7 - Start Today
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HIPAA Privacy and Security Laws: State and Federal
PPSB-22-076HIPAA Training for Private Investigators This essential course teaches investigators how HIPAA regulations govern the handling of Protected Health Information (PHI) in private investigations. Learn your legal responsibilities as Business Associates while mastering privacy protocols and security measures through real-world scenarios that ensure federal compliance.
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