Maryland Security Guard 12 Hour Initial Cert.
Basic
Duration: 12 Hours of Initial Security Guard Training
Environment: In Person
$150.00
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Description
Start your career in Maryland's private security industry with Secrecy Executive Training Academy.
This 12-hour Maryland Security Guard Initial Training Course provides the required initial security training for individuals seeking Maryland Security Guard Certification.
The course is delivered through an approved Maryland security guard training program and provides students with professional instruction covering the legal responsibilities, duties, safety considerations, communication skills, emergency procedures, and professional standards associated with working as a security guard in Maryland.
Students will receive 12 hours of instructor-led training covering the required Maryland security guard training objectives.
Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive documentation of training completion for use in the Maryland Security Guard Certification application process.
COURSE TUITION: $150
Please Note: Completion of this course does not by itself qualify a student for Maryland Security Guard Certification. Applicants must meet all Maryland State Police requirements, including being employed by or an applicant for employment with an eligible licensed security guard agency or security guard employer.
Topics Covered
• Role and Responsibilities of a Security Guard
• Maryland Security Guard Laws and Regulations
• Professionalism and Ethics
• Legal Authority and Limitations
• Communication Skills
• Customer Service and Public Interaction
• Conflict Management and De-escalation
• Situational Awareness
• Patrol and Observation
• Access Control
• Emergency Response Procedures
• Incident Recognition and Response
• Report Writing and Documentation
• Workplace Safety and Officer Safety
• Appropriate Response to Security Incidents
• Professional Conduct
• Maryland Security Guard Certification Process
Expectations and Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the 12-hour Maryland Security Guard Initial Training Course, students will receive documentation confirming successful completion of the required initial security guard training.
Students will leave the course with an understanding of the duties, responsibilities, legal limitations, professional standards, communication skills, safety considerations, and basic procedures associated with working as a security guard in Maryland.
The training documentation may be used as part of the student's Maryland Security Guard Certification application process.
Course completion does not guarantee employment or issuance of a Maryland Security Guard Certification. Final certification eligibility and approval are determined by the Maryland State Police.
Types
Basic, Legal Aspects for Use of Force / Avoidance, LEO / MIL / SEC Courses, Security Training & Certification, Unarmed Security Training
Documentation Requirements
Students must bring a valid government-issued photo ID.
Students seeking Maryland Security Guard Certification must meet all eligibility and application requirements established by the Maryland State Police.
Applicants must be employed by or currently applying for employment with a licensed Maryland Security Guard Agency or eligible Security Guard Employer in order to apply for Security Guard Certification.
Applicants are also required to complete LiveScan fingerprinting and provide the required application documentation to the Maryland State Police.
Maryland State Police application fees, fingerprinting fees, and other licensing expenses are separate from course tuition.
Requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age to qualify for Maryland Security Guard Certification
• Valid government-issued photo ID
• Students must attend and successfully complete all required training hours
• Students must arrive on time and participate in classroom instruction
• Professional conduct is required throughout the course
• Students should bring note-taking materials or an appropriate electronic device
• Students must successfully complete all academy course requirements
No firearm or ammunition is required for this course.