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Security Guard Training in Indiana

A state license may be required for unarmed security guards in Indiana. It is really up to the company that hires you. According to the Statues & Rules IC 25-30-1-11 Employees of licensee, an unarmed guard can be hired under the licensee, which is the hiring company. The hiring company is responsible for that unarmed security guard and must supply a photo ID and fingerprints of each security guard that isn’t licensed if requested.

However, for companies that require you to be licensed you must first meet certain criteria:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must be a United States citizen or registered resident alien
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be finger printed
• Submit to FBI background check
• No felony convictions or any crime involving the illegal use of weapons
• Drug testing (which may be ongoing
• Completed of Indiana state certified training courses set forth by the Department of Public Safety for Indiana

Other Requirements that May Be Helpful:

• Driver’s License
• Good physical conditioning
• Be able to stand long periods of time
• Good Communication skills

Basic Training Curriculum

A basic training conducted may include but is not limited to the following:

(1) Role of Private Security
(2) Legal Aspects
(3) Patrol and Observation
(4) Incident Response
(5) Security Resources: Surveillance operation and documentation
(6) Customer Service Issues: Working with and addressing the public
(7) First Aid Overview

For more information, please visit Indiana Professional Licensing Agency or call (317) 234-3040.