Licensing Requirements
Get Your California Guard Card
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Here's What You Need To Get Started...
Be Over 18
You must be at least 18 years old
Undergo a Background Check
You must undergo a criminal background check through the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and
Complete The Required Training
You must complete 40-hours of mandatory training.
Required Training Hours
Before Working
Prior To Working As a Security Officer
- You need a total of 8 hours of training prior to working
After Guard Card Approval
Within 30 Days of Guard Card Approval
- You need a total of 16 hours of training prior to working
Within 6 Months of Guard Card Approval
- You need a total of 16 hours of training prior to working
