16-Hour On-the-Job Training Course
Required Training for New York Security Guards
Required 16-hour follow-up training for New York security guards, covering professional responsibilities, legal authority, emergency procedures, communication, access control, ethics, Incident Command System, and terrorism awareness.
About This Program
Everything you need to know before choosing your training date.
Course Overview
The 16-Hour On-the-Job Training Course provides required follow-up training for individuals working as security guards in New York State.
The course expands upon the foundation established during the 8-Hour Pre-Assignment Training and provides additional instruction in the responsibilities, procedures, legal considerations, and professional standards relevant to security work.
The training must be completed within the applicable 90-day period following employment, in accordance with New York State requirements.
Course Curriculum
The 16-Hour On-the-Job Training Course provides instruction in areas relevant to professional security work, including:
- Security guard responsibilities and functions
- Legal authority, powers, and limitations
- Emergency procedures and response
- Communications and public relations
- Access control
- Ethics and professional conduct
- Incident Command System (ICS)
- Terrorism awareness
The program is designed to strengthen the student's understanding of the practical responsibilities associated with working as a security guard.
Two-Day Training Program
The course consists of 16 hours of instructor-led training and is completed over two training sessions according to Empire Security Training Group's current schedule.
Students must satisfy applicable attendance, participation, and course-completion requirements.
Course Examination & Completion
Students must satisfy the applicable course requirements and successfully complete the required examination.
After successful completion of the training requirements, students receive the appropriate course completion documentation.
Important Information Before You Register
The 8-Hour Pre-Assignment Training Course must be completed before proceeding with the 16-Hour On-the-Job Training Course.
Empire Security Training Group's enrollment system may verify applicable course prerequisites before allowing a student to continue with registration.
This course is intended for unarmed security guard training. It does not include firearms training, firearms qualification, or armed security guard licensing requirements.
What Comes After the 16-Hour Course?
Security guard training continues after the initial 8-Hour and 16-Hour courses.
Security guards should remain aware of their continuing training obligations and complete the applicable 8-Hour Annual In-Service Training Course and other required training within the appropriate timeframes.
Empire Security Training Group provides continuing training opportunities to help security professionals remain current with applicable training requirements.
Live Online Training
Empire Security Training Group provides live, instructor-led online training opportunities when available.
Students participating remotely receive applicable class-access information and instructions after enrollment.
Online students should have a reliable internet connection, a compatible computer, tablet, or mobile device, a functioning camera and microphone, and a quiet location suitable for live classroom participation.
Students must meet all applicable attendance and participation requirements.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is designed for individuals completing the required follow-up training associated with working as an unarmed security guard in New York State.
Students should have completed the 8-Hour Pre-Assignment Training Course before enrolling.
The program is focused on unarmed security guard training and does not replace any additional requirements that may apply to armed security guard work.
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