Get Your Guard Card in California at any of our locations

Peralta Defense is pleased to offer the California Guard Card training for new security officer candidates and those seeking to renew an expired license. In accordance with state regulations, California now requires that students attend an in-person training session. To accommodate this requirement, we provide these training classes multiple times per week at several of our locations across California. Our widespread availability ensures that participants can conveniently attend sessions regardless of their location within the state.

Our Programs for Guard Card Training in California

Our Guard Card Training is In-Person at our Whittier, Newark or San Bernardino Locations. Please see pricing below:

CA Guard Card Online Pre-Licensing & Live Scan

About the course

Powers to Arrest – A 4-hour course that covers the legal aspects, liability, techniques, and company requirements for arresting a person.

Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) – A 4-hour course that teaches guards how to identify and report precursor activities that may lead to terrorism.

duration

8 Hours

Certification Pre-Licensing

Certificate of Completion, Live Scan (Live Scan Fees Separately), Compile Paperwork, Assist Creating Account with Breeze

Cost

$149.00

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CA Guard Card Online Post-Licensing Phase 1

About the course

Public Relations – A 4-hour course illustrates the need to have verbal skills, respect, and recognize gender and racial harassment and discrimination.

Observation and Documentation – A 4-hour course to help develop the critical skills needed to accurately observe, assess, and document incidents, ensuring that reports are thorough, precise, and useful for legal or investigative purposes.

Communication – 4 hours teaches the essential communication techniques for clear and effective interaction with colleagues, law enforcement, and the public, as well as the proper use of communication equipment.

First Aid/CPR/AED – 4 hours certifies the student for 2 years and covers First Aid, CPR, and AED from the American Red Cross.

duration

12 Hours

Certifications

Certificates of Completion

Cost

$85.00

CA Guard Card Online Post-Licensing Phase 2

About the course

Liability / Legal Aspects – A 4-hour course outlines the legal responsibilities and potential liabilities associated with security work, including the use of force, detention procedures, and adherence to laws and regulations.

Post Orders and Assignments – A 4-hour course covers the training requirements for specific sites, equipment necessary to do the work, emergency response issues, and liability implications.

Arrests, Search & Seizure – A 4-hour course teaches PC 836, 837 and the differences, loss prevention, Merchant Law, and Use of Force.

Handling Difficult People – A 4-hour course teaches conflict management, speaking constructively, valuing diversity, negotiating, and verbal diffusion.

duration

12 Hours

Certifications

Certificates of Completion

Cost

$85.00

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An Overview of Peralta’s Online California Guard Card Program

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) mandates that candidates complete the first eight (8) hours of pre-license training, which includes four (3) hours on “Powers to Arrest” and four (5) hours on “Appropriate Use of Force.”

These courses must be successfully completed prior to submitting your application to BSIS and commencing work as a security officer.

Candidates are required to achieve a perfect score of 100% on the final exam to be eligible for application submission. The remaining 32 hours of BSIS-approved training are essential for completing your security officer certification and can be conveniently taken at our training facility.

We offer the option to complete all required training in a single day, ensuring that you meet the regulatory requirements efficiently.

Our Certifications

After completing our California Guard Card online program, you receive official certificates of completion for each training module we offer. These documents formally and officially recognize your achievements while reflecting the rigorous standards of the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS).
Upon the completion of our California Guard Card training program, you’ll be eligible to apply for this vial card. After receiving this card, you’re ready to officially begin your career as a licensed security officer in California. 
Ready to explore a world of future career opportunities in the security industry? Enroll in Peralta’s online California Guard Card program today.

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Peralta Associates and Defense commits itself to preparing you for a successful and rewarding security career. Receive training from leaders in this industry with decades of real-world law enforcement, military, and security experience.