Who should register

We are pleased to offer this Alberta licensing course through our strategic partners at Security Guard Course Inc. (SGC) (An approved Alberta Security Programs Accredited Training Provider. )

Our Alberta Basic Security Training Course, or ABST,  consists of seven (7) Modules delivered over a period of forty (40) hours.  Students must complete all modules and then a provincial exam at one of our Testing Locations with 80% or above to receive provincial certification and apply for a Security License in Alberta.   Upon completion of our Alberta Security License Course, participants will have working knowledge of the Security Industry and should be able to:

1. Describe the specific roles and responsibilities of a Security Professional.
2. Explain Federal and Provincial Legislation and Regulations in relation to the work of a Security Professional
3. List and describe the knowledge and skill sets required to perform Basic Security Patrol duties.
4. Understand and apply a professional and effective style of communication in order to manage and control incidents.
5. Demonstrate exceptional proficiency and accuracy in note-taking and Security Report Writing.
6. Understand and articulate the process of managing an Emergency Incident / Emergency Response
7. Maintain personal and professional safety and well being while working as a Security Professional.

The outcome for this program is intended to instill course participants with knowledge and skill sets in the following areas:

• Introduction to the Professional Security Industry.
• The Canadian Legal System and Security Professionals.
• Basic Security Procedures.
• Communication for Security Professionals.
• Documentation and Evidence.
• Emergency Response Procedures for Security Professionals.
• Health and Safety for Security Professionals.

Security service workers monitor, patrol and guard private property and protect people. In Alberta, you must be licensed to work as a:

• Security Guard
• Patrol Dog Handler
• Alarm Response Worker
• Loss Prevention Worker
• Body Guard

Licensing

The security service licensing fee is $100. Your licence is valid for 2 years. The renewal process is the same as the initial application.

Security service workers can’t hold a second licence as a locksmith or automotive lock bypass worker.

Your individual licence is portable. This means your licence is still valid if you change employers or if you work for multiple employers.

Eligibility

To apply for a licence you must:

• be over 18 years old
• be eligible to work in Canada
• be fluent in English
• have no criminal record
• have no outstanding criminal charges
• not be the subject of a criminal investigation

All security service workers must meet a specific English fluency standard. This is a level 5 benchmark according to the Centre for Canadian Language Benchmarks.

Training

All security service workers must successfully complete an approved security training course and score 80% or higher on the provincial final exam.

There are 2 approved training courses. Take either the:

• Alberta Basic Security Training Course, or the
• Accredited Basic Security Training Course. 

These courses must be completed through an approved training provider.

Contact Security Programs if you’ve:

previously worked in law enforcement, or have completed equivalent training outside Alberta

Final exam

After you’ve successfully completed your final exam with a score of 80% or higher, you’ll get your training certificate by mail within one week.  For information about exam rewrites, or to find out if you’re eligible to challenge an exam, contact Security Programs.

Baton training: In order to carry a baton, you must:

• have approval from your employer to carry a baton
• complete an approved 40-hour baton use-of-force training course, and 
• submit a copy of your training certificate with your application.

Baton training re-certification is required every 36 months.

Training licences

Training licences are available if you’re currently enrolled in an approved training course. Your employer must submit the training licence application for you.

Training licences are valid for 30 days and will be converted to a standard licence after you’ve completed the training course and passed the final exam.

Training licences are not portable. This means if you change employers, your new employer must apply for a new training licence for you.

Apply for or renew your licence

If you’re on a work or study permit, contact Security Programs for application and renewal steps.

After you apply
Your licence card will be mailed to the address in your application. You must provide a photocopy of your licence card to your employer and carry the original with you while you’re working.