DELAWARE SECURITY GUARD TRAINING

Yes, in Delaware, your security guard certification is valid statewide, covering all cities and towns including Wilmington, Dover, Newark, and more! Once you are certified through the Delaware State Police, Professional Licensing Section, you can work as a security officer anywhere in the state, as long as your license is up-to-date, and you meet any renewal or continuing education requirements.

To become a security officer in Delaware, you must be at least 18 years old, pass a criminal background check through the Delaware State Police, and have no felony convictions. You must complete the required security officer training program, which includes topics like legal authority and emergency procedures. If you wish to be an armed guard, additional firearms training and a permit are required. You also need to apply for and receive a license from the Delaware State Police, Professional Licensing Section.

In Delaware, you are disqualified from becoming a security guard if you have felony convictions, certain misdemeanor convictions related to violence, theft, or moral turpitude, or if you fail the criminal background check conducted by the Delaware State Police. Additionally, any history of mental illness that affects your ability to perform security duties or a record of substance abuse can disqualify you. Providing false
information on your application or failing to complete the required training can also lead to disqualification.

In Delaware, the cost of a Level 2 training course to become an unarmed security officer typically ranges from $100 to $200, depending on the training provider. Security Guard School provides this course for $99.00. This fee covers the required instruction and certification. Additional costs may include fees for background checks, fingerprinting, and applying for a security guard license through the Delaware State Police, which can add another $65 to $100. The total cost to become a licensed security officer in Delaware is generally between $165 and $300.

In Delaware, security guards are typically classified as either unarmed or armed. Unarmed security guards must complete basic training on legal authority, emergency procedures, and security protocols, and are not allowed to carry firearms. Armed security guards require additional firearms training and certification to carry a weapon while on duty. Both levels must pass a background check and be licensed by the Delaware State Police, Professional Licensing Section, but armed guards have stricter training and licensing requirements due to the responsibility of carrying a firearm.

No, Level 2 non-commissioned security guards in Delaware are not allowed to carry a firearm. Only armed security guards, who have completed additional firearms training and obtained the appropriate certification and permits from the Delaware State Police, are authorized to carry firearms while on duty.

To get your security guard license in Delaware, you must be at least 18 years old,
pass a criminal background check through the Delaware State Police, and complete the required security officer training. After completing the training, you apply for a security guard license through the Delaware State Police, Professional Licensing Section. If you plan to carry a firearm, you will need additional firearms training and certification. Once your application is approved, you will receive your security guard license, allowing you to work anywhere in the state.