Course curriculum

  • 1

    Security Guard Training Course

    • Welcome to the International Basic Security Guard Training Course

    • Copyright Page

    • Disclaimer

    • How to Use This Course

    • International Security Training: How to Start a Global Security Career with USA-Based Courses

    • Course Learning Objectives

    • Student Instructions

    • Table of Contents
  • 2

    Module I: Foundations of Security

    • Lesson 1 – The History of Security

    • Lesson 2 – Introduction to Security

    • Lesson 3 – Police vs. Security: Roles, Authority, and Responsibilities
  • 3

    Module II: Core Security Skills

    • Lesson 4 – Situational Awareness

    • Lesson 5 – Report Writing for Security Professionals

    • Lesson 6 – Patrol Procedures and Field Operations
  • 4

    Module III: Specialized Security Assignments

    • Lesson 7 – Retail Security and Loss Prevention

    • Lesson 8 – School Security and Campus Safety

    • Lesson 9 – Airport Security and High & Security Environments

    • Lesson 10 – Executive Protection: Principles, Operations, and Case-Based Applications
  • 5

    Module IV: Advanced Security Operations

    • Lesson 11 – Workplace Violence Prevention and Response

    • Lesson 12 – Emergency Procedures and Incident Response

    • Lesson 13 – Communication Skills for Security Professionals

    • Lesson 14 – Government Contractor Security Operations
  • 6

    Module V: Professional Standards

    • Lesson 15 – Use of Force for Security Professionals

    • Lesson 16 – Ethics and Professional Conduct (Final Chapter)
  • 7

    Appendices

    • Appendix A – Responsibilities of a Security Guard

    • Appendix B – Daily Activity Report (DAR) Sample

    • Appendix C – Incident Report Template and Example

    • Appendix D – Security Equipment Checklist

    • Appendix E – Phonetic Alphabet (Radio Communication Tool)

    • Appendix F – Professional Oath of a Security Guard
  • 8

    Final Thoughts

    • Final Thoughts
  • 9

    About the Author

    • About the Author
  • 10

    Final Examination

    • Exam