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General Information

The program provides current security officers and investigators the additional skills you need to advance into first-line supervision and management positions within the field of private security. ÌýOur courses are designed to provide you with basic techniques, prepare you for licensing, and instill the importance of professionalism. Prepare for entry-level positions as unarmed or armed security officers and private investigators.

Program Requirements

– Program Information sheet (PDF)

Related Degrees

  • Law Enforcement
Resources
  • Commonwealth of Virginia, Department of Criminal Justice (DCJS), Private Security Services (PSS)
  • Private Investigators Association of Virginia
  • The United States Office of Personnel Management (OPM)
  • Federal Bureau of Investigation
  • The Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services
  • Virginia State Police
  • Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries
  • Covington Police Department
  • Buena Vista Police Department
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