Security Guard Training in Ontario

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To get your Ontario Security Guard License and start working, follow these easy steps:

Step 1: Take the mandatory Ontario Basic Security Training with an approved Training Provider.

Step 2: Book and pass your Government Exam.

Step 3: Apply for Security Licence

Step 4: Start working when you receive your Security Licence!!

The cost is $80 for a security license or $160 dual security service and investigators licensing fee that is good for two years (on your birthday) licence. You will need to send in a renewal licence application at least 30 days before it expires.

The course is broken down into 12 modules.  Click here to view the course description.

Yes! The online training is the equivalent to the classroom training but can be done in your own time, whenever and wherever you can get to the internet.

The minimum length of in-class time for the basic security guard training program is no less than 40 hours with Emergency Level First Aid Certification included or no less than 33.5 hours with Emergency Level First Aid Certification not included. Processing of your application (by the Registrar) may take as long as 2-3 weeks, so the earlier you apply the better. 

SEGI covers the provincial exam fee for your first exam. If you are unsuccessful, you will have to pay a $50 rebooking fee which includes an extension of the course.

Once you have completed all the training and passed the final online exam with 80% or better, you will be able to book your exam yourself while logged in. If you live in a remote area and do not see any available exams, please email admin@segi.ca and an exam will be arranged for you.

You must achieve 80% or above to receive a Certificate of Completion.

It takes about 5-7 business days to receive your results and Certificate of Completion.

There is a zero tolerance cheating policy. If you are caught cheating, then you will be expelled from the exam and not permitted to continue. 

You have up to 3 times to write the exam. The first $50 fee is included in your course fee. If you fail your exam you can rebook another exam but there will be a $50 fee.

SEGI works with a number of security companies who are actively recruiting professionals.  Go to HireMyGuard.com to see the latest employment opportunities.

You will receive an email with your official exam results and Certificate of Completion within 5-7 business days of completing your exam.

No. Once you take the 40-hour course and pass the government exam, you do not have to retake the course again.  You have to submit a renewal application with a new photo, ID, criminal record checks, application form and payment. 

Yes.

If you have a criminal record or have been charged, your application for an Ontario security licence may not be approved. The decision is up to the Ontario Solicitor General.

If you have been charged or a suspect of an investigation, the Ontario Solicitor General may put your licence under review and suspend or revoke your licence pending outcome of investigation or trial.

The Compliant Policy outlines the complaint process. A security guard must abide by the Code of Conduct. If a security guard is found to be in breach of the provincial Code of Conduct (breaks the law, uses excessive force, behaves in an inappropriate manner, etc.) could be the subject of an investigation and may result in possible charges, civil litigation, security licence being suspended/revoked and/or termination. 

You must take the 40-hour Baton Use-of-Force Training course before carrying a baton in Ontario.

No, individuals licensed under The Private Investigators and Security Guards Act may not carry any type of restricted weapon.

The use of handcuffs, although not specifically prohibited, should be closely monitored by your employer. As a general rule, only a minimum level of force may be used to restrain a person being lawfully placed under arrest. You must know that any other application of force is an unjustified assault and may lead to a charge under the Criminal Code.

No, security guards and private investigators are prohibited from the possession/use of pepper spray as it is a prohibited weapon under the Criminal Code.