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Security Guard Training in Ohio

In the state of Ohio, unarmed security guards are required to registered but not licensed if guard is an employee of a licensed security company. It is the responsibility of the licensed company to ensure that all employees are registered within seven business days of hire. Registration renewal required annually. The basic requirements that may be required from the hiring company is as follows:

Basic requirements for an unarmed security guard in Ohio:

Must be at least 18 years old
United States citizen or resident alien
May require proof of high school diploma or equivalent
No felony convictions or misdemeanors associated with violence (which includes domestic), drugs (use or sale), theft or fraud
Good moral character
Successfully pass a background check
No mental disorders or defects that will prohibit performance of duties
Employed by a private security company and under supervision from a licensed patrol officer
Fingerprint card

Other Requirements that May Be Helpful:

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

Fees: All fees are non-refundable

Registration fee: $25

For more information, please see Ohio Dept of Public Safety Laws & Rules or call (614) 466-4130. Application and other information can be found on the Dept. of Public Safety website.

29 Responses to “Security Guard Training in Ohio”

george, on August 11th, 2011 at 5:37 pm Said:

“No felony convictions or misdemeanors associated with violence (which includes domestic), drugs ( use or sale), theft or frau”

You may want to proof the above
michael white, on September 22nd, 2011 at 4:18 pm Said:

I am 23 years old, and trying to better myself with a career I would enjoy. When I was 20 years old I screwed up so I have an attempted theft misdemeanor. My question is will this destroy my chances of a great career?
Narad Dhungyel, on November 11th, 2012 at 5:17 pm Said:

I am interested on getting training on security guard, where i need to go what are the requirement to get the training?
Todd Wiseman, on March 9th, 2013 at 12:55 am Said:

no security company WILL HIRE YOU IF HAVE ANY KIND OF A THEFT RECORD, STEALING IS WRONG you might want to look into working for burger king
Shah, on March 9th, 2013 at 6:55 am Said:

Hi.

I am in need of documents regarding how to train a security guard and what skills are needed for a security guard.

Thanks
Zachary Wilhelm, on May 17th, 2014 at 6:09 pm Said:

Marine Corps Veteran current resident in Ohio and moving to Knoxville TN this fall. If courses are completed in Ohio are they transferable to out of states? Any does any of my military training / experience roll over to these classes or requirements?
Agha A Ahmed, on September 2nd, 2014 at 1:19 pm Said:

I want to get training & Licence for which requirements are to be provided to me & what skills are needed
Thanks
Jamie, on December 3rd, 2014 at 2:10 am Said:

Hi there,

I have a conviction on my record for Breach of Peace in Nevada. Does that mean I can’t be a registered Security Guard in your state?
collins ebohon, on June 19th, 2015 at 3:21 am Said:

can i transfer my new jersey liecense to ohio or do i need to take classes for ohio liecense?
Don, on September 18th, 2015 at 8:28 am Said:

I’m amazed at how intense the requirements to become a security guard actually are. Not only did I serve as a military policeman in the army for several years, obtain a secret security clearance, and get out with an honorable discharge… I have the ability to become a state police officer, but because of a misdemeanor theft back when I was 18, I can’t become a security guard? Something sure doesn’t seem logical there.
Larry T Fisher, on September 22nd, 2015 at 2:01 am Said:

Im getting ready to start my own security company here in the state of ohio. Im currently working G4S and have a guard card through the company. My question is when I start my company can I obtain a ohio state guard card under my own company?
Joe Brown, on January 5th, 2016 at 9:17 pm Said:

Do security guards need to be kung fu experts?
Bryant, on March 26th, 2016 at 4:13 pm Said:

When I was 20 I was charged with aggravated menacing m1. Would I still b able to b a security guard
Christal, on April 15th, 2016 at 1:26 am Said:

I have a felony 6 years ago for robbery will I be able to become a servility guard ?
James, on May 9th, 2016 at 6:35 am Said:

I have a couple bulging discs would that prevent me from becomeing a scerity guard?
John, on June 3rd, 2016 at 10:06 pm Said:

I am looking to get in the security field. I have a clean record other the a speeding ticket. How do I get started.
Frank, on July 23rd, 2016 at 8:13 pm Said:

Former military and I have 8 years as a security guard/ Armed SPO in Washington, D.C. Looking to relocate around October/November. Need to get a license in OHIO
Joseph Clark, on July 11th, 2017 at 8:47 pm Said:

Looking into being a security guard in the state of Ohio m a security guard in the state of California do you need to get all pepper spray patent and guard card in the state of Ohio if anyone can help me with this or know any websites to attain please write me back thank you very much I do not have any felonies or misdemeanors I have a clean record will pass background check with no problems do you have a driver’s license in the state of California but am willing to relocate
Jake, on August 11th, 2017 at 11:21 pm Said:

Actually if you look on many other sources it says as long as your conviction is at least 3 years old they won’t hold it against you. Instead of being rude to someone trying to live a better life why don’t you gather information first.
Ashley, on April 7th, 2018 at 2:41 am Said:

I’m trying to work for the company Brinks but I’m not 21 yet so I have to wait until July this year..my question is while I’m waiting can I get my guard card before I get the job??
Kasia, on May 20th, 2018 at 5:52 am Said:

I am a awaiting my class d card i have my card from WA state and a blue card while my class d is being processed. Will either of those work in the state of Ohio. I can pass back ground and mental i have no convictions never been arrested or had any mental issues.
Erica Forbes-Lopez, on April 10th, 2019 at 8:11 pm Said:

I’m a special police officer and Washington DC I am moving down to Akron Ohio and I’m trying to find out do I need to get a license
John Lucas, on August 1st, 2019 at 9:02 pm Said:

How do I get a job if no one hires someone without experience
Michael Lee Morris, on October 7th, 2019 at 11:45 pm Said:

I have a parafanilla charge from 2013 will that stop me from getting the liscens?
Keagan, on November 4th, 2019 at 3:44 am Said:

Is it always required to have a high school diploma when getting a job in security or is it dependent on where you want to work? I was looking into retail security guard.
Yenifer Monge, on November 5th, 2019 at 3:25 am Said:

I want to get the license and I need help in order to get it thank you
Con Gubser, on March 20th, 2020 at 3:31 pm Said:

I am retired, but thinking about getting a job as a Brink’s guard to handle money or other securities. Can you tell me how much is the training for a guard card, and how long does the training last ?
Thank you !

Con Gubser
Ori padova, on May 1st, 2020 at 9:48 pm Said:

I am currently employed as an unarmed guard in AZ wanting to relocate to North east Ohio. I have my AZ guard and fingerprint card. What other requirements are needed to work in Ohio? Thank you
Frank Feltes, on May 11th, 2021 at 8:39 am Said:

I have 15 years in the Auxiliary Police and Security field. What other training do I need to qualify for your company. I have also taken a 14 week course with the Citizen Police Academy at the Rocky River Police Department under the Chief of Police – George Lichman.