Subject: Initial Guard Card
Class Duration: 8 hours
Description: 4 hours Powers to Arrest (class lecture, videos, reading, exam) 4 hours Weapons of Mass Destruction and Terrorism Training (Class lecture, State assembled DVD and Workbook)
Supplies: All necessary materials are provided
Documents needed: California drivers license, or California ID, personal information to fill out state forms such as social security number, address
Class Fee: $60 (paid in cash or money order)
* In Addition To Cash And Money Orders We Will Accept Most Credit Cards, Google Pay And Apple Pay However A Processing Fee Will Be Added
**We Do Not Accept Checks Unless It Is A Company Or Organization Check
Live Scan Fee: $76 (call the live scan location of your choice
to see what forms of payment is accepted)
State Processing Fee: $55 (paid by credit card)
Total: $191
Information Regarding How to Obtain Your Guard Card from BSIS
Step 1: Attend Your Initial Guard Card Class
Step 2: Submit your application electronically
Step 3: Get your background check done
At the end of class you will receive a packet that will include all the information you will need.Obtaining your guard card is as easy as 1, 2, 3.
Class Requirements:
You must be 18 years or older to attend the Initial Guard Card Class
You cannot be on prole or probation (regular or summary),
have crimes of violence or, have restraining orders.
Additional Training:
The state requires an additional 32 hours of training
(16 hours to be completed within the first 30 days of your card being issued,
16 hours to be completed within 6 months of your card being issued)
For more information click here
Maintenance:
An additional 8 hours of continuing education will need to be completed once a year
known as a Guard Card Yearly Review.
A Guard Card permit will need to be renewed every 2 years.
For more information click here
Additional Information:
What is a "contract" Security Guard?
Any person employed by a licensed private patrol operator who provides services as a security guard and is registered by the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services as a security guard.
What is the difference between a Guard Card and a Proprietary Guard Card?
A Guard card allows you to work any security position in the state of California.
You are also able to carry a Baton or Firearms, so long as you have the required BSIS license and they are valid.
A Proprietary Private Security Officer is defined generally as an unarmed individual, (1) who is employed exclusively by a single employer, (2) whose primary duty is to provide security services for that employer, (3) whose services are not contracted to any other entity or person, and (4) who meets both of the following criteria:
• He or she is required to wear a distinctive uniform clearly identifying the individual
as a security officer, and
• He or she is likely to interact with the public while performing his or her duties.
Can I verify receipt of my Security Guard application?
Yes. Please contact the Bureau at (916) 322-4000.
If I lost my security guard registration, or it was destroyed or damaged, how do I obtain a duplicate?
You may request a duplicate registration by submitting a written request, explaining the circumstances, along with a $25 fee to the Bureau. Please allow six to eight weeks for replacement.
(You can also do this through your Breeze account)
How do I notify the Bureau of my change of address?
You must notify the Bureau in writing within 30 days of an address change. Be sure to include your Security Guard registration number, name, previous address, new address, date of birth, and Social Security number. Please print or type information.
(You can also do this through your Breeze account)
If the Bureau misspelled my name on the Guard Card, is there a fee for a new one?
You will need to a change of name form and submit it to BSIS with two forms of ID (ID, Birth certificate, Passport, ect). Once BSIS fixes your name you can request a duplicate card and pay the $25 fee.
(You can also do this through your Breeze account)
Can a California Security Guard work for more than one employer?
Yes, as long as he/she is an employee, on payroll with the proper payroll deductions being made.
I have completed 832 PC training. Can I obtain a Security Guard registration?
No. In order to get the Bureau's registration/permit you must complete the Bureau's training.
Can an emancipated minor apply for a Security Guard registration?
No. The law allows no exceptions to the age requirement.
I am changing employers should I send in a new Security Guard registration application?
No. A guard registration authorizes you to work as a Security Guard for any Private Patrol Operator or in-house employer.
I was denied a Security Guard registration. When can I reapply?
You may submit a new application one year from the date of denial.
How can I see if my permit has been issued by BSIS?
You can check to see if your card has been issued by going to: www.bsis.ca.gov
If you have any questions please feel free to call us at (310) 325-5870.
