Guard Card Initial (Phase 1)

security officer training

$40 Non-Refundable Deposit

PER 7583.7, the Appropriate Use Of Force Portion of this course MUST be completed in person, therefore PHASE 1 MUST BE IN PERSON. This course cannot be completed online.

This package includes necessary training to apply for the California Guard Card per the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS). The power to arrest training must be completed prior to the issuance of a Security Guard Registration (BPC Sections 7583.6 and 7583.8). This class consists of:

  1. 3 hours BSIS Power to Arrest Class
  2. 5 hours Appropriate Use of Force Class

Additional Costs not Covered:

  1. Online submission of the Guard Card application and fee to the BSIS. ($60)
  2. Fingerprint Live Scanning

The Guard Card registration is issued by BSIS, not by this training facility. Guard Card Registrations are typically issued in 2-6 weeks. Some registrations are issued quicker (24 hours), while other may take longer (8+ weeks). Any previous criminal history records may cause processing delays or denial by BSIS.