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Duration of the online course: 1 hours and 3 minutes

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Start a security career with practical guard skills: procedures, communication, safety, and tech tools. Take this free online course and boost job readiness.

In this free course, learn about

  • Orientation to the ACS Security Guard role, expectations, and course overview
  • Professional conduct on duty vs. unprofessional behavior per training guidelines
  • General post procedures: patrol basics, site rules, and routine responsibilities
  • Proper handling and reporting of lost-and-found items on a job site
  • Behavioral standards: integrity, confidentiality, and appropriate interactions
  • Required actions if you damage property on duty, even with no witnesses
  • Use of security technology and why accurate documentation matters
  • Purpose and workflow of the SilverTrack app for ACS officers
  • Safety principles and incident prevention; officer’s role before incidents occur
  • Arrest/detention procedures, limitations of authority, and safe custody practices
  • Effective communication protocols: radio/phone etiquette and clear reporting
  • Verbal Judo de-escalation techniques and why they’re critical for security work

Course Description

Build the practical mindset and everyday skills needed to work confidently in property and private security with this Guard Training course. Designed for real-world situations, it helps you develop professional conduct on duty, make sound decisions under pressure, and protect people, assets, and sites with a calm, consistent approach.

You will explore what professional behavior looks like on the job and why it matters to client trust, team coordination, and incident outcomes. The course emphasizes judgment and accountability, including how to handle common scenarios such as finding lost property, responding appropriately to mistakes, and documenting actions with clarity and integrity. By focusing on ethical conduct and reliable routines, you learn how to reduce risk while representing your organization with credibility.

Modern security work also depends on clear procedures and the effective use of technology. This course introduces operational workflows and shows how tools can support reporting, tracking, and situational awareness in day-to-day assignments. Just as importantly, it reinforces the purpose behind each action, helping you understand not only what to do, but why it supports safety and compliance.

Safety and lawful response are central themes. You will learn to think preventively, recognizing that the best outcomes often come from preparation and presence before an incident escalates. The training highlights practical steps for safer interactions and responsible actions when tensions rise, supporting a measured, professional response that prioritizes de-escalation and proper procedure.

Communication is treated as a core skill, not an afterthought. You will practice the principles behind calm, respectful conflict management and learn why techniques like Verbal Judo can help you gain cooperation, reduce confrontation, and maintain control of a situation without unnecessary force. By the end, you will be better prepared for entry-level guard responsibilities and more confident applying professional standards in a variety of environments through a flexible, free online course experience.

Course content

  • Video class: CHAPTER 1 ACS Security Guard Training ORIENTATION COURSE - INTRODUCTION 07m
  • Exercise: Which of the following is NOT considered unprofessional behavior for a security officer while on duty according to the training guidelines?
  • Video class: CHAPTER 2 ACS Security Guard Training - GENERAL PROCEDURES 12m
  • Exercise: What should a security officer do if they find a lost item on the job site?
  • Video class: CHAPTER 3 ACS Security Guard Training - BEHAVIORAL STANDARDS 11m
  • Exercise: What should a security officer do if they accidentally damage someone else's property while on duty and there are no witnesses?
  • Video class: CHAPTER 4 ACS Security Guard Training - TECHNOLOGY 08m
  • Exercise: What is the primary purpose of using the SilverTrack app for ACS security officers?
  • Video class: CHAPTER 5 ACS Security Guard Training - SAFETY, ARREST PROCEDURES 11m
  • Exercise: What is the primary role of a security officer before an incident occurs?
  • Video class: CHAPTER 6 ACS Security Guard Training - COMMUNICATION 11m
  • Exercise: What is Verbal Judo and why is it important for security officers?

This free course includes:

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