ARIZONA SECURITY GUARD TRAINING

Yes, your security guard certification in Arizona is valid statewide, covering all
cities and towns including Phoenix, Tucson, Mesa, and more!

To become a security officer in Arizona, you must be at least 18 years old, have a
high school diploma or GED, and pass a criminal background check through the
Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS). You must complete an 8-hour training
course for unarmed security guards. If you wish to be armed, additional
firearms training and certification are required. You also need to be employed
by a licensed security company, which will sponsor your application for a guard
card issued by DPS.

In Arizona, you are disqualified from becoming a security guard if you have been convicted of a felony, certain misdemeanors involving violence or dishonesty, or if you have a history of substance abuse. Additionally, any pending criminal charges, dishonorable discharge from the military, or being found mentally incompetent may also disqualify you. The Arizona Department of Public Safety conducts thorough background checks to ensure applicants meet these standards.

The cost of a Level 2 unarmed security officer training course in Arizona typically ranges from $50 to $150, depending on the training provider. Security Guard School provided this course for $49.00! This fee covers the required 8 hours of instruction, course materials, and certification. Additional fees for fingerprinting, background checks, and applying for a guard card through the Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) may cost an additional $75 to $100. The total cost, including all fees, can range from $125 to $250.

In Arizona, there are two main levels of security guards: unarmed and armed.
Unarmed security guards, also known as Level 1 guards, are responsible for basic security tasks and must complete an 8-hour training course. Armed security guards, or Level 2 guards, carry firearms and must complete additional firearms training, including range qualification and use-of-force instruction. Both levels require background checks and registration with the Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS), but armed guards have stricter requirements due to the responsibility of carrying a weapon

No, Level 2 non-commissioned security guards in Arizona are not allowed to carry a firearm; only armed guards with additional firearms training and certification are permitted to do so.

To get your security guard license in Arizona, you must first complete an 8-hour
training course for unarmed security guards, pass a criminal background check, and submit fingerprints. After training, you apply for a "guard card" through the Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS), either online or via a licensed security company. If you wish to become an armed guard, you must complete additional firearms training and
certification.