Next course: TBD
This course will now be offered every-other-year. It is typically offered late March or early April, so please check often for updates.
This course is offered in the spring semester only. Due to COVID19, Security Academy will not be offered for the spring 2021 semester.
48-Hours 3 units
2nd 8 weeks of Spring semester
Tues. & Thurs. nights, 6-10pm, and Saturdays 8-12.
Location: TBD
Description:
This course involves a study of the criminal justice system and the role of the private
security sector; the law relative to arrest, search, and moral, legal, and ethical
use of force as a private security person. Emphasis is placed on security operations,
emergency medical procedures, public relations, report writing, and career opportunities
in contract as well as proprietary security services.
TFF 106, TFB 1018
The Security Academy includes state certifications in (state fees apply):
COURSE COST / FEES:
Graduates of the Security Academy who wish to obtain state licenses must pay state licensing fees for the guard card.
Note: To obtain licenses from the State of California, applicants must meet the following conditions:
Before you register for class, you must have an application with Grossmont College on file, and it takes 24 hours to process your application. If you are a returning student, and have been absent for more than one year, you must re-apply to the college.
You can only register for classes at your registration date and time or after through your Self-Service account.
For the security academy, type AOJ-171 (and corresponding letter A-D).