Online 8-Hour Pre-Assignment Training Course | NYC Security Training for Guard Card
$72.00
Start the required training path for most new unarmed New York security guard applicants. Take SSC’s live online 8-Hour Pre-Assignment course through a DCJS-approved school, choose a New York-time class date and book online. Use your certificate for the Department of State registration process.
Class times: New York time (Eastern Time). Select an available date in the booking calendar above.
Online 8-Hour Pre-Assignment Training Course for New York Security Guards
Quick answer: The 8-Hour Pre-Assignment Training Course is the first required training course for most people applying for an unarmed New York security guard registration. Complete the live class, pass the required examination and keep the certificate for your New York Department of State application.
Taking this course for a New York security guard job?
This is the first mandated training step for most new unarmed applicants. After successful completion, keep your certificate, follow the Department of State application and fingerprinting process, apply for suitable roles, and plan the 16-Hour OJT course within 90 days of employment.
Course at a glance
- Course: NYS 8-Hour Pre-Assignment Training Course for Security Guards
- Format: Live online, instructor-led class
- For: New unarmed security guard applicants in New York
- School requirement: Training must be provided through a DCJS-approved security guard training school
- Next step: Submit the certificate with the security guard registration application and follow the official fingerprinting instructions
What you will learn
The course provides an introduction to the duties and responsibilities of a New York security guard. Required subject areas include the role of the security guard, legal powers and limitations, emergency situations, communications and public relations, access control, and ethics and conduct. Successful completion requires passing an examination.
What happens after the 8-hour course?
- Keep the training certificate issued after successful completion.
- Follow the current New York security guard registration process, including the Department of State application and fingerprinting instructions.
- After employment begins, complete the 16-Hour On-the-Job Training Course within 90 days.
- Complete 8-Hour Annual In-Service Training each calendar year you hold a security guard registration.
Choose the correct 8-hour course
This first-time course is not the same as Annual In-Service Training. If you already hold a New York security guard registration and need continuing training, use the Annual course. If you are starting the complete initial pathway, compare the 8-Hour, 16-Hour and Annual course requirements or choose the 8-Hour + 16-Hour training bundle.
What you need for the live online class
- A phone, tablet or computer with a working camera and microphone
- Reliable internet and a quiet place to attend the full class
- Your legal name entered accurately for the training record and certificate
- Enough time to join early and resolve audio or login problems
Frequently asked questions
Is the 8-Hour Pre-Assignment course required in New York?
Yes, for most new unarmed security guard applicants unless an official exemption applies. New York requires the course certificate to accompany the security guard registration application.
Can I take the NY 8-hour security guard course online?
SSC provides this course as a scheduled live online, instructor-led class. You must attend and complete the required examination.
Does the certificate automatically give me a guard card?
No. Training is one part of the process. You must also complete the Department of State application, fingerprinting and other official requirements.
What course comes next?
The 16-Hour On-the-Job Training Course must be completed within 90 days of employment as a security guard.
Official New York sources
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