Security Officers are in high demand and the security industry in the State of California is growing at a fast pace, leading to job security. These courses are taught by law enforcement officials with extensive knowledge and work experience in the field. The Security Training Academy at Downey Adult School is a short-term training program designed and focused on preparing the students for a career in law enforcement/security field.
Do you want a flexible schedule?
Do you enjoy helping others?
Are you alert and observant of your surroundings?
This career may be for you!
Classes Include
Roles & Responsibilities of Security Officers
Weapons of Mass Destruction
Basic Officer Security Training – Guard Card
Observation & Documentation
Communication and its Significance
Radio Procedures
Active Shooter
Workplace Violence
Handling Difficult People
Public Relations
Officer Safety
Post Orders & Assignments
Traffic & Crowd Control
O.C. Pepper Spray/Use of Force
Baton Training
Firearms Training
SB 1626 School Security Training
Handcuffing
Unarmed Self Defense
CPR/First Aid
Taser
Patrol Procedures
Advanced Report Writing
- TFF1555 ; TFB1350
Certifications available
BSIS CA Security Guard Card
BSIS CA Unarmed Security Officer
BSIS CA Armed Security Officer with SB 1626 School Security Certification
Bureau of Security and Investigative Services - https://www.bsis.ca.gov/
Cost for program: $1,499
Advanced Private Security Academy: $1,499
Median Wage: $20.55/hour
Source: www.salary.com, November 23, 2022. Above wage is based on the Downey, CA area. Wages and actual employment are not guaranteed. Wage do not reflect self-employment.
Possible Job Opportunities
Security Guard
Unarmed Security Officer
Armed Security Officer
School Security (SB 1616)