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Security Academy

Curriculum

Security Academy students receive basic instruction in the following areas:

• Basic Investigation
• Baton Training
• Blood Borne Pathogens 
• Chemical Weapons Training
• CPR / First Aid
• Firearms Training
• Fire Prevention
• Guard Card Training
• Hazardous Materials
• Report Writing

Course content also includes an orientation to the fields of security as well as preparation for entry level employment with contract and proprietary security operations. Emphasis is placed on the role of the security officer, private security law, professionalism and ethics. Career opportunities in Security Management will be covered.
Student cost include: State licensing fees for guard card, baton, chemical agent, and firearms permit.

AOJ 171 - Security Academy

8 weeks
The Security Academy course involves a study of the criminal justice system and the role of the private security sector; the law relative to arrest, search and seizure, interrogation, custody, civil liability, and; the moral, legal, and ethical use of force as a professional security officer. Emphasis is placed on security operations, emergency medical procedures, public relations, report writing, and career opportunities in contract as well as proprietary security services. Satisfies California Department of Consumer Affairs, Bureau of Security and Investigative Services, licensing or prequalification requirements for guard registration (guard card), baton, and exposed firearms permit and California Commission on Peace Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) for chemical agents for security officers. This program provides an excellent foundation for advanced coursework in the Security Management program at Grossmont College.
 

Eligibility Requirements

Students must not have any felony convictions or misdemeanor convictions. Students must be a United States citizen or legal resident, must be age 18 at the time of the course completion, and age 18 at the time of course completion for firearm application. Students cannot be under psychiatric care and may not have received less than honorable discharge from armed forces. Students must also be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.