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Security Guard Training in Maryland

To qualify as an unarmed security guard in Maryland you must be certified. An applicant for security guard agency can become certified through the company for which they are applying. Your application will go through that company and forwarded to the Secretary of State.

Basic Requirements for unarmed security guard in Maryland:

  • Must be at least 18 year old
  • Must be a United States citizen or registered resident alien
  • May be asked to submit to drug testing (which may be ongoing
  • May be asked to submit to a criminal background check
  • Must have good moral character
  • Have not committed any acts of fraud
  • Submit to fingerprinting

Other Requirements that May Be Helpful:

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

Training Curriculum for Maryland

If training is provided or required, a basic training conducted may include but is not limited to the following;

  • Role of Private Security
  • Legal Aspects
  • Patrol and Observation
  • Incident Response
  • Security Resources: Surveillance operation and documentation
  • Customer Service Issues: Working with and addressing the public
  • First Aid Overview

Fees: Certain fees for the application or finger printing may be required and forwarded with your application, if hired.

For more information, please read TITLE 19. SECURITY GUARD AGENCIES AND SECURITY GUARD CERTIFICATION or call the Maryland State Police Licensing Division at 410- 653-4500.

51 Responses to “Security Guard Training in Maryland”

  1. diamond hicks, on February 12th, 2012 at 1:41 am Said:

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  7. Henry Konah, on November 12th, 2012 at 6:10 pm Said:

    I would like to talk to someone about security jobs and the training required for me to be certified to become a security guard. Does the hiring company conduct the training, or do I need to be certified before I apply for a job. Please let me know.

  8. Ajunae Brown, on February 21st, 2013 at 9:19 pm Said:

    Hi, I would like to join this particular security job so can you please get back with me on information on how I can apply. Thank you

  9. Nate Markovitz, on April 3rd, 2013 at 3:55 pm Said:

    Hello, my name is Nathan Markovitz. I am currently in school majoring in Criminal Justice in hopes of one day becoming a police officer. I used to have an internship with the Montgomery County Police Department, and would now like even more experience toward me career goal. I am looking to become a security guard so please email me if there are any job offerings.
    Thanks,
    Nate

  10. lester maslow, on October 24th, 2013 at 3:27 pm Said:

    Hi
    I am trying to find out where I can get the necessary training so that I can apply for the Maryland security guard license.
    I think I can be an asset to any company that gives me the chance.
    Thank you

  11. vincente duffy, on January 7th, 2014 at 4:04 pm Said:

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  13. Marco, on January 7th, 2015 at 1:57 am Said:

    I am looking for a security guard job and would be willing to take chances if accepted to undergo company training. Pls messages how can I get into this job.i have experience working in my country Philippines as police officer and security officer. I am also a graduate of bachelor of science in criminology which is my background., I am 42 yrs of age and a permanent resident card holder.

  14. Leon Madison, on February 4th, 2015 at 5:53 am Said:

    Hey, I am definitely interested in learning more about a career in Security, and I would appreciate any information that you can send me on that subject. Thank you.

  15. Brenda Burroughs, on April 14th, 2015 at 11:47 pm Said:

    I would like more information on becoming a Security Guard.
    Thank you in advance.

  16. Brandon, on April 23rd, 2015 at 4:57 pm Said:

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  17. Oluseun Ogunfiditimi, on May 4th, 2015 at 12:08 am Said:

    Hello, please I need the list of school in Maryland that will train me for unarmed security. Thank You

  18. yoseph gatachew, on May 15th, 2015 at 2:01 am Said:

    I would like to work with u because I do have more security expryance

  19. Cameron Richard, on May 24th, 2015 at 12:49 pm Said:

    I want to be pepper spray and asp baton certified and trained in Maryland.

  20. Allen Gutrick, on June 15th, 2015 at 6:36 pm Said:

    Hey I am very interested and would like to receive emails about security positions or jobs please and thank you.

  21. Desiree Blaine, on November 24th, 2015 at 3:17 am Said:

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  22. Kevin Miller, on February 16th, 2016 at 1:27 pm Said:

    Trying to become a armed security guard and trying to find out how and where I can do the training so if someone could get back to me that would be awesome thanks so much

  23. jazmin lancaster, on March 22nd, 2016 at 3:26 pm Said:

    Hello, I am interesting in joining to become an unarmed security officer I believe it’s a good opportunity for me and to also work full time as I’m paying to earn my certifications in school so I can work my way up. Please contact me. Thank You and I look forward to joining this opportunity.

  24. Marquette Owens-Roberts, on April 8th, 2016 at 4:32 am Said:

    Hello, I would love to join this unarmed security class, please get back to me on how to further apply. Thank you in advance!

  25. Sullma diaz cruz, on April 12th, 2016 at 10:42 pm Said:

    I was wondering on info on how to become a security guard.

  26. Steven Garza, on June 30th, 2016 at 3:47 pm Said:

    National Guard Military Police course graduate looking for a security company in need of already trained people.

  27. Wogene Ayne, on July 14th, 2016 at 3:27 pm Said:

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  28. Ibrahim Harris, on August 15th, 2016 at 1:19 am Said:

    Hi I’m 18 and looking for a job as a security guard. I have some experience as a police intern and I’m planning on becoming a police officer at the age of 21. I’d appreciate all the help I can get. Thanks

  29. zuber khan, on October 4th, 2016 at 6:01 am Said:

    I am obtaining security guard license & also working as security officer in NewYork since 2006. Now I am thinking to move in Maryland for my kids better future. So
    I need to know, Is it possible to apply for guard license in Maryland online, If possible how long will take ?

  30. Samuel A. Bessman : I would like to join the noble job of security how can I gain my certificate and employment opportunities, on December 2nd, 2016 at 12:43 pm Said:

    Hi I would like to join the noble job of security guard can you please tell me what to do to get a certificate and gainfully employed.

  31. Corey Rivers, on February 21st, 2017 at 3:36 am Said:

    i have a ny state security license and i live in md now, i would like to know how i can transfer it over or if i would have to take the class over again.

  32. ratan kumar chowdhury, on March 24th, 2017 at 10:54 pm Said:

    I am looking for someone to contact me about more information on the security training such as location and cost.

  33. Ron Scott, on May 18th, 2017 at 4:24 pm Said:

    I am looking to find out if a job in security would be good for someone retiring at age 62. I was a Reserve police officer and was in the Military.

  34. Courtney, on May 31st, 2017 at 8:07 pm Said:

    Hi I’m looking to obtain a state guard guard & looking for work please contact me about training classes & cost

  35. Ashonta Singletary, on June 26th, 2017 at 2:04 pm Said:

    Looking for a Security job… I want to get certified I am 19 years old please email back with information

  36. OLUSEYI I. BABAYEMI, on August 13th, 2017 at 2:20 pm Said:

    Hello, how can I get security training so that I can get a license and start working as full time unarmed security guard.

  37. Leslie Mudabai, on November 22nd, 2017 at 2:00 pm Said:

    I am 18yrs old and I am looking for locations and costs for a security class to get certified.

  38. Dereje habte, on January 18th, 2018 at 5:56 am Said:

    Hey there am really interested in to become security guard and working on low-enforcement please someone can help me out how to start..

  39. Nathaniel Ruffin, on April 6th, 2018 at 6:57 pm Said:

    I want to get into armed security. Can you tell me about training?

  40. Tonya Crowder, on April 23rd, 2018 at 7:08 pm Said:

    I’d love more information regarding training and or how to go about becoming a security guard ..I’m very interested ..please email me resources

  41. Carlens dornevil, on May 25th, 2018 at 7:37 am Said:

    Hi, I would like to join this particular security job so can you please get back with me on information on how I can apply. Thank you

  42. megan r barnes, on June 4th, 2018 at 9:22 pm Said:

    hello my name is megan barnes i am highly interested in these programs and will fully commit to anything i have to do please contact me anytime if u have more info on programs n cost remember i have higly interested email me thank you

  43. Barbara, on August 22nd, 2018 at 8:57 am Said:

    I am looking for places to apply to work through an agency; to obtain my certification; and would appreciate any information to help me onto the right track.

  44. Guadalupe, on September 30th, 2018 at 2:11 am Said:

    I would like to take classes for armed security jobs and how do I get the proper training

  45. Mahmoud Koroma, on March 28th, 2019 at 6:10 pm Said:

    How can I go about getting the certification to become a security guard?I am over 18 yrs old and I am looking forward to being employed as an unarmed .
    security.
    Thanks in advance.

  46. McKenzie-Rose Cheeks, on April 5th, 2019 at 9:48 am Said:

    Hello, I would like to be apart of fors security company to further my career as a security officer. Please get back to me.

  47. john a nesbit, on April 18th, 2019 at 8:23 pm Said:

    I’m interested in becoming a security guard in Maryland and want information on the process of being a security guard!

  48. Michael Malloy, on September 30th, 2019 at 8:27 pm Said:

    I am interested in becoming a security agent . I would like more information or to contact some please Thanks.

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  50. Jahmaal Ross, on June 1st, 2021 at 9:00 am Said:

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