Security Guard Training in Houston, TX

Get the Training You Need to Start Your Career as a Level II Security Guard in Texas Course Overview Our Texas Level II Security Guard Training Course provides the mandatory 4-hour training required by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) for non-commissioned (unarmed) security guards. This flexible online course allows you to complete your training at your own pace, making it easy to meet state requirements and start your security career quickly. Upon completion, you’ll receive a Texas-approved certificate to use as proof of education when applying for your Texas Guard license. Key Benefits Flexible Online LearningStudy at your own pace from any location with 24/7 access. State-Approved CurriculumThis course meets all Texas DPS requirements for Level II training. To verify our listing on Texas' Authorized Trainers List, click here. Immediate CertificationReceive your Texas-approved certificate upon completion to fast-track your licensing process. Enroll Today for Only $59 – No hidden fees! Course Content This 4-hour course is divided into six modules, each covering essential skills and knowledge needed to excel as a non-commissioned security guard. After each module, complete a five-question quiz to reinforce learning. The course concludes with a 50-question final exam. Modules: History, Statutes, and DefinitionsUnderstand the foundations of private security laws and regulations in Texas. The Role of Private Security in Today’s SocietyLearn the importance of security roles and responsibilities in various settings. Documentation and Report WritingDevelop skills in accurate and effective report writing for incident documentation. Proper Use of Force in Conflict ResolutionStudy guidelines for using force appropriately and responsibly. Power to Arrest and DetainGain knowledge of the legal rights and responsibilities when making arrests. Crisis Intervention and Emergency ResponseLearn how to handle emergencies and provide crisis intervention. Frequently Asked Questions How quickly can I access the course? You’ll receive immediate access upon purchase, available 24/7 to fit your schedule. Is this course Texas DPS-approved? Yes, our course is approved by the Texas DPS and meets all Level II requirements for non-commissioned security guards. Will I get a certificate upon completion? Yes, you’ll receive a Texas-approved certificate upon successful completion to use when applying for your Texas Guard license. Ready to Start Your Security Career in Texas? Enroll in our Texas Level II Security Guard Training Course for only $47 to fulfill your licensing requirements and kickstart your security career. Start your training now and take the first step toward becoming a licensed security professional!

This is a two-hour class designed to help security officers understand how they can provide basic first aid when responding to disaster and emergency situations. There are lots of materials (such as CPR and AED videos, as well as charts and graphics) included in the Resources section of the class to illustrate and expand on the class discussion itself. There is also a short review exam at the end of the class to see how well you have understood the material presented in this class.

This four hour class discusses the importance of effective communication and communications systems, and is broken into four "modules" with a quiz at the end of each to see if you have understood the concepts presented. There is a ten question final exam, which includes an interactive activity, after the fourth module. The first module will provide you with an understanding of what constitutes "Effective Communication." The second module will discuss why good "Interpersonal Communication" skills are necessary in today's workplace – within the security organization itself ("internal"), between the security officer and the client ("external"), and with "third parties" (for example, emergency responders). The third module will discuss the different kinds of "Communications Systems" and the proper use of each. The fourth module will provide you with a basic understanding of what constitutes "Harassment and Discrimination" in today's culturally diverse workplace.

This four hour class discusses techniques for dealing with crisis situations, and is broken into two "modules." Each module has two parts, with a quiz at the end of the module to see if you have understood the concepts presented. There is a ten question final exam after you have completed the second module. The purpose of the first part, "Crisis Intervention," is to provide you with an understanding of what constitutes a "crisis," and to give you some techniques for handling such situations. The second part of this module discusses the most likely crisis situation a security officer will experience: "Workplace Violence." In the second module, we discuss two specific kinds of crises and violence in the workplace: "Bomb Threats" in the third part, and "Active Shooters" in the fourth and final part of this class. It is unfortunate that these crisis situations happen, but they do. As a professional security officer, you can expect to be involved in a crisis situation at some time in your career. You need to know how to recognize these situations and how to respond in such a way that you and all those around you are safe.

The purpose of this module is to provide a better understanding to the security officer on when it would be legally permissible to use force. This course will focus on what is considered reasonable force and what legal repercussions an officer may face should they engage in unlawful force against another person. We will also focus on what other types of methods exist to handle any given situation that does not involve the use of force.

In this module, the student will be given an understanding of the requirements for writing an effective report by answering the 5 W’s: who, what, when, where, and why questions pertaining to an incident. The importance of reporting the facts as the key to properly completing a variety of reports is emphasized. Understanding observation, conducting interview questions, note-taking, and utilization of proper grammar and content when writing reports of investigation are also presented.

This one-hour class was prepared with OSHA guidelines in mind. It consists of two short modules, Fire Safety and Fire Watch, and an interactive game. There is a three question quiz at the end of each module, and a ten question "final exam" after the game to see how well you have understood the material presented here. In the first module, Fire Safety, we discuss the basic elements of fire safety and how you can aid emergency responders in fire-related emergencies. The second module, Fire Watch, discusses WHAT a fire watch is, WHY and WHEN one is needed, and WHEN and HOW a fire watch should be terminated. We also discuss the responsibilities of the fire watchers involved – before, during and after a fire emergency.

This course covers three (3) lessons: The Nature and Role of Private Security (2 Hours), Documentation & Report Writing (2 Hours), and Patrol Techniques (2 Hours) In The Nature and Role of Private Security, we describe the nature and scope of the private security officer. It overviews the basic duties, critical skills and attributes that are necessary in order to be successful, what general training and regulatory requirements are involved, how criminal and civil liabilities pose a risk to security officers, a brief history of the security profession is presented, what roles the private security profession plays in today’s society and why it is needed, and the differences between contract and proprietary security. In Documentation & Report Writing, the student will be given an understanding of the requirements for writing an effective report by answering the 5 W’s: who, what, when, where, and why questions pertaining to an incident. The importance of reporting the facts as the key to properly completing a variety of reports is emphasized. Understanding observation, conducting interview questions, note-taking, and utilization of proper grammar and content whenwriting reports of investigation are also presented. In Patrol Techniques, security patrols are presented as a key component to preventing and deterring loss. Observation is a critical element of every patrol that a security officer conducts during his or her shift. The importance of varying the route and time of patrol is emphasized, and the role that security patrols play in fire and theft prevention, and monitoring for potential safety hazards on the client’s premises is discussed. The different types of patrols are presented such as those conducted on foot, in a vehicle, and on a bike. The differences and purpose of high-visibility and low-visibility patrols are compared as well as how our senses are an important tool to rely on.

This short class has been created from a variety of sources, and is intended to help YOU, a professional security officer, detect fake identification documents. Government-issued identity cards and driver's licenses are getting ever easier to forge – and fake IDs are becoming ever harder to detect. Today's technology allows individuals to make very real-looking "official" IDs. There are more than 240 different types of state government-issued IDs in the United States alone! Every two seconds, someone's identity in this country is stolen – and 46% of all identity theft crimes are committed using a fake ID. Identity theft is not just a minor financial crime. Indeed, the two worst cases of domestic terrorism in the United States – the Oklahoma City bombing in 1995 and the World Trade Center bombing in 1993 – were both committed by individuals using fake IDs. FBI statistics show that identity theft is a huge problem – and that's why it is so important that YOU know how to detect fake IDs.

COURSE DETAILS This course covers two (2) lessons: Legal Responsibilities of Private Security Officers (2 Hours), and Use of Force (2 Hours) In Legal Responsibilities of Private Security, we cover the subjects of criminal and civil law, including their definitions and differences. It overviews different sources of the law, presents information on common civil offenses brought against private security officers, how security personnel can use de-escalation techniques to better deal with difficult people in order to avoid lawsuits, and a private security officer’s authority to question. Amendments to the U.S. Constitution and court cases, searches and seizures, categories of criminal offenses, and conducting employee inspections are reviewed. Lastly, security officers’ powers to arrest are discussed, from the time that a citizen’s arrest is initiated to testifying in court. In Use of Force, we provide a better understanding of when it would be legally permissible to use force. This course will focus on what is considered reasonable force and what legal repercussions an officer may face should they engage in unlawful force against another person. We will also focus on what other types of methods exist to handle any given situation that does not involve the use of force.

In this module, security patrols are presented as a key component to preventing and deterring loss. Observation is a critical element on every patrol that a security officer conducts during his or her shift. The importance of varying the route and time of patrol is emphasized, and the role that security patrols play in fire and theft prevention, and monitoring for potential safety hazards on the client’s premises is discussed. The different types of patrols are presented such as those conducted on foot, in a vehicle, and on a bike. The differences and purpose of high-visibility and low-visibility patrols are compared as well as how our senses are an important tool to rely on.

This course includes two (2) lessons: Security Ethics (2 Hours), and Sexual Harassment (2 Hours) In the lesson Security Ethics, the definition of ethics is addressed in great detail. A code of ethics for security officers is outlined, different ethical violations are discussed as well as the reporting of such violations; the module goes on to define and discuss areas of security officer professionalism, and emphasizes positive relations with clients as well as understanding the client’s perception versus reality; the significance of the security program’s image, as well as the public’s and client’s perception of the security officer; an emphasis on the security officer’s work as a highly visible position is made and the officer’s attitude and appearance are also points of importance. Lastly, cultural diversity, prejudice and racism are touched on. In the lesson Sexual Harassment, we provide insight into the definition of sexual harassment and the proper steps to take to handle an incident of sexual harassment. Examples of unwelcome behavior that may constitute harassment are presented and ways in which harassment can be reported in the workplace are discussed.

COURSE DETAILS This course discusses how private security interacts with the public Click here to learn more: This course discusses how private security interacts with the public and is broken into six "modules" with a quiz at the end. The first module has a brief "Introduction to Private Security" in America, and how it differs from "law enforcement." The second module discusses the "Ethics" that should be part of every security officer's life. The third module provides an understanding of "Professionalism" as it applies to private security officers. The fourth module, "Public Relations," discusses how the security officer's ability to interact with their client, law enforcement, and the public at large affects their performance and their company's image. The fifth module discusses "Crisis Management" – what constitutes a crisis, and the security control measures available for managing crises. The sixth and final module discusses how "Substance Abuse" affects individuals as well as the workplace itself.

In this one-hour class on "Sexual Harassment and Discrimination," we will discuss why learning "the correct way" of interacting with members of the opposite sex or with those of another culture is a critical part of the world security officers inhabit today. Security officers must always maintain a professional relationship with their co-workers and the client's employees with whom they come in contact. This class discusses how to recognize harassment and discrimination in the workplace, how to prevent it, how to deal with it, and how to report it. There also is an interactive exercise in which you will be dealing with situations of harassment or discrimination in the workplace. A ten-question "final exam" follows the class to see how well you have understood the material presented in this class.

COURSE DETAILS This course covers two (2) lessons: Situational Response (2 Hours), and Documentation & Report Writing (2 Hours) In Situational Response, we outline different situations or events that require security personnel to respond. First, we present the basics of responding to the scene of a crime or accident. Second, the role of private security personnel during an emergency, security officer site safety and severe weather response are discussed. Also, there is an in-depth discussion on workplace violence, what constitutes it, warning signs of potentially dangerous individuals, what various types of violence exist, and the role of private security in preventing it. Next, information on effective communication and the kinds of communication devices used by security are reviewed, as well as standards in etiquette and technique. The role and methods of security officers in protecting and controlling information assets are also looked at.

This four hour class discusses how security officers should respond in emergency situations, and is broken into three "modules." Each module has a quiz at the end of the module to see if you have understood the concepts presented. There is a ten question final exam after you have completed the third module. In the first module, "Fire Safety and Hazardous Materials," we discuss the basic elements of fire safety and the handling of hazardous materials, as well as how you can aid emergency responders in fire-related emergencies. The second module, "Basic First Aid," explains the active and important role that professional security officers can provide to an organization in emergencies involving serious injuries to people. In the third module, "Campus Safety and Security," we will primarily focus on the "legal" aspects of this subject, but we will also discuss how the private security officer's role in providing a safe and secure campus experience for all students is crucial and essential – because YOU just might be decisive in saving a student's life someday.

As a security professional, your role demands vigilance, quick thinking, and safe, reliable transportation—whether you're on patrol, escorting personnel, or responding to an emergency. Our Defensive Driving Course for Security Officers is designed specifically for the unique challenges you face behind the wheel. This 100% online, self-paced course equips you with the skills to recognize and avoid road hazards, minimize risks, and maintain control under pressure. It’s more than just traffic laws—it’s tactical, real-world training for those who drive with a purpose. Why Take This Course? Learn advanced defensive driving techniques tailored to security work Improve reaction times, situational awareness, and road safety Lower the risk of vehicle incidents on duty Meet training requirements or boost your resume Get certified fast—at your own pace, on your own time Course Highlights: Fully online and mobile-friendly Real-world scenarios and interactive modules Certificate of completion issued instantly Designed for private security, patrol drivers, and mobile response teams Drive like a pro. Train like one too. Enroll now and elevate your readiness behind the wheel.

COURSE DETAILS This course covers two (2) lessons: Click here to learn more about these courses: Power to Arrest (4 Hours), and Weapons of Mass Destruction/Terrorism Awareness (4 Hours) The material presented is very relevant to all security professionals and that is why we offer it to you for continuing education hours towards your guard license. In Power to Arrest, we cover the role and responsibilities of the security officer and the proprietary security officer. A security officer’s role should be to PROTECT people and property for their employer. A security officer’s responsibility BEFORE an incident/offense has occurred should be PREVENTION. A security officer’s responsibility DURING or AFTER an incident/offense has occurred should be to OBSERVE and REPORT. In Weapons of Mass Destruction/Terrorism Awareness, we discuss how our country is threatened by potential terrorist activities. Potential targets are many, but they all have one thing in common: they are either locations of great economic impor­tance, or they are places where large numbers of people gather. In almost all cases, the places where you work could be either a target or a potential source of resources for terrorist criminals. Everything in this course has been designed to make you more aware of your surroundings and to help you know what to look for in order to help prevent future terrorist attacks. We all have a crucial role in our safety and security. This course will show how you, a security professional, can be instrumental in preventing terrorist activity aimed at taking away our cherished freedoms and way of life.

In this module, the definition of ethics is addressed in great detail. A code of ethics for security officers is outlined, different ethical violations are discussed as well as the reporting of such violations; the module goes on to define and discuss areas of security officer professionalism, and emphasizes positive relations with clients as well as understanding the client’s perception versus reality; the significance of the security program’s image, as well as the public’s and client’s perception of the security officer; an emphasis on the security officer’s work as a highly visible position is made and the officer’s attitude and appearance are also points of importance. Lastly, cultural diversity, prejudice and racism are touched on.

The purpose of this module is to provide a better understanding to the security officer on when it would be legally permissible to use force. This course will focus on what is considered reasonable force and what legal repercussions an officer may face should they engage in unlawful force against another person. We will also focus on what other types of methods exist to handle any given situation that does not involve the use of force.

This four hour class discusses how private security interacts with the public – in other words, "Public Relations" – and is broken into six "modules" with a quiz at the end of each to see if you have understood the concepts presented. There is a ten question final exam, which includes an interactive activity, after the sixth module. The first module has a brief "Introduction to Private Security" in America, and how it differs from "law enforcement." The second module discusses the "Ethics" that should be part of every security officer's life. The third module provides an understanding of "Professionalism" as it applies to private security officers. The fourth module, "Public Relations," discusses how the security officer's ability to interact with their client, law enforcement, and the public at large affects their performance and their company's image. The fifth module discusses "Crisis Management" – what constitutes a crisis, and the security control measures available for managing crises. The sixth and final module discusses how "Substance Abuse" affects individuals as well as the workplace itself.

This two-hour class was prepared with OSHA guidelines in mind. It consists of two modules, Fire Safety and Fire Watch, and an interactive game. There is a three question quiz at the end of each module, and a ten question "final exam" after the game to see how well you have understood the material presented here. In the first module, Fire Safety, we discuss the basic elements of fire safety and how you can aid emergency responders in fire-related emergencies. The second module, Fire Watch, discusses WHAT a fire watch is, WHY and WHEN one is needed, and WHEN and HOW a fire watch should be terminated. We also discuss the responsibilities of the fire watchers involved – before, during and after a fire emergency.

This course describes the nature and scope of the private security officer. It overviews the basic duties, critical skills, and attributes that are necessary in order to be successful, what general training and regulatory requirements are involved, how criminal and civil liabilities pose a risk to security officers, a brief history of the security profession is presented along with what roles the private security profession plays in today’s society and why it is needed. You will also learn the difference between contract and proprietary security.

This training covers multiple skill outlets to manage difficult people and difficult situations. Learn how to stay safe, levelheaded, and ensure protection for yourself and others.

This course covers multiple topics, including: Post Orders and Assignments (2-Hours), Driver Safety (1-Hour), and Fire Safety (1-Hour)

This course covers multiple subjects, including: Officer Safety (2-Hours), Evacuation Procedures (1-Hour), and Workplace Violence (1-Hour)

This four hour class discusses techniques for dealing with crisis situations, and is broken into two "modules." Each module has two parts, with a quiz at the end of the module to see if you have understood the concepts presented. There is a ten question final exam after you have completed the second module. The purpose of the first part, "Crisis Intervention," is to provide you with an understanding of what constitutes a "crisis," and to give you some techniques for handling such situations. The second part of this module discusses the most likely crisis situation a security officer will experience: "Workplace Violence." In the second module, we discuss two specific kinds of crises and violence in the workplace: "Bomb Threats" in the third part, and "Active Shooters" in the fourth and final part of this class. It is unfortunate that these crisis situations happen, but they do. As a professional security officer, you can expect to be involved in a crisis situation at some time in your career. You need to know how to recognize these situations and how to respond in such a way that you and all those around you are safe.

This course covers the subjects of criminal and civil law, including their definitions and differences. It overviews different sources of the law, presents information on common civil offenses brought against private security officers, how security personnel can use verbal judo to better deal with difficult people in order to avoid lawsuits, and a private security officer’s authority to question. Amendments to the U.S. Constitution and court cases, searches and seizures, categories of criminal offenses, and conducting employee inspections are reviewed. Lastly, a security officer’s powers to arrest are discussed, from the time that a citizen’s arrest is initiated to testifying in court.

This course delivers training on managing difficult people and situations. De-escalation techniques and other skills to help manage potential threats and keep everyone safe.

In this module, the student will be given an understanding of the requirements for writing an effective report by answering the 5 W’s: who, what, when, where, and why questions pertaining to an incident. The importance of reporting the facts as the key to properly completing a variety of reports is emphasized. Understanding observation, conducting interview questions, note-taking, and utilization of proper grammar and content when writing reports of investigation are also presented.

This two-hour class discusses how private security officers should handle crowd situations. We use the terms “crowd management” and “crowd control” as though they are the same; they are not, though they are similar. “Crowd management” refers to guiding the behavior and movement of crowds, while “crowd control” refers to the actions taken once a crowd has begun to behave in a disorderly manner. In other words, good crowd management can often avoid the need for using crowd control techniques later. The security officer's goal is the same in both cases: to get people to do something for their own safety and the safety of others. A ten-question "final exam" follows the class to see how well you have understood the material presented in this class.

Course Description: This one-hour class discusses the challenges – and changes – that COVID-19 has brought to the workplace since early 2020. OSHA recommends that employers provide COVID-19 training for their employees, so this short "COVID-19 in the Workplace" class has been designed based on published OSHA guidance and CDC recommendations. The purpose of this training program is to educate and protect each employee personally, as well as company clients and the general public with whom they may come into contact. In the security industry, COVID-19 training is required for all employees to take annually in order to maintain active employee status and state licenses. Some of the subjects discussed are: Symptoms of COVID-19, Vaccines, Health and Sanitation Measures, Returning to Work after Exposure or Illness, Travel Considerations. There also is a ten-question quiz at the end of the class.