Ontario Security License

To become a licensed security guard in Ontario, the province requires you to complete an approved basic training course. Ontario Security Training's 33.5-hour program is Ministry-approved, available online, and has prepared over 71,000 students across Ontario.

Basic Security Guard Training Course (Online): 33.5 hours

Ontario Basic Security Guard Training course — 33.5-hour ministry-approved program

The Basic Security Guard Training Course is a requirement to become a licenced Security Guard in most provinces. Topics Include:

  • Introduction to The Security Industry
    • History of Security
    • Different Jobs in the Security Industry
    • Security Organizational Structure
    • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed to Perform Well
    • Job Specifications, Activities, and Demands of a Security Guard
    • Differences Between Security Guard and Police Officer
    • Security Industry Background and Changes in the Industry
  • Security Guard Act and Regulation
    • Private Security and Investigative Services Act, 2005 (PSISA)
    • The General Duties, Standards, Practices, Regulations, and Prohibitions
    • Code of Conduct
    • Public Relations
    • The Canada Guard Security Attitude
  • Basic Security Procedures
    • Surveillance Techniques
    • The Basic Elements of Security
    • Access Control
    • Crowd Control
    • Vehicle Control
    • Shift Handover Procedure
    • Drug Effects, Substance Abuse, and Related Drug Paraphernalia
  • Uniforms and Equipment
    • Purpose of Uniforms
    • Uniform Attire
    • Seasonal Attire
    • Uniform Prohibitions
    • Body Worn Cameras
  • Report Writing
    • Note Taking
    • Witness Statements
    • Report Writing
    • Intelligence Reports
    • Confidentiality
    • Procedures for Handling, Storing, Disseminating and Destroying Information of a Personal Nature
    • Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)
    • Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA)
  • Health and Safety
    • Occupational Health and Safety Act
    • Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
    • Accessibility for Individuals with Disabilities
  • Emergency Response Preparation
    • Identify the Criteria of a Potential Emergency
    • Emergency Response Procedures
    • The Potential Roles of a Security Guard in Emergency Situations
    • How to Implement Duty of Care
    • Pandemic Preparedness
    • Earthquakes
    • Extreme Heat
    • Floods
    • Oil and Gas
    • Nuclear Incident
  • Canadian Legal System
    • How Laws Are Made
    • How Laws are Managed
    • The Process Laying a Charge
    • Canadian Criminal Court System
    • Civil Laws
    • Elements of Tort Law
  • General Principles of Evidence
    • Evidence
    • The Ontario and Canada Evidence Act That Pertain to Admissible Evidence
    • Collection, Preservation Handling and Sealing of Audio/Visual Materials
    • Presentation of Evidence
  • Legal Authorities
    • Constitutional Laws – Relevant Charter of Rights and Freedoms
    • Federal Laws - Criminal Code of Canada
    • Provincial Laws
    • Municipal By-Laws
  • Effective Communications
    • Oral and Written Communication Skills
    • Tactical Communications
    • Interpersonal Skills
    • Operating a Handheld Radio
  • Sensitivity Training
    • Recognising One’s Own Biases and How These Can Influence Situations
    • Recognising the Impact of Mental, Physical, Cultural and Sexual Differences on Situational Dynamics
  • Use of Force Theory
    • Introduction to Use of Force
    • History of Use of Force
    • New Security Guard Legislation
    • Definitions
    • Federal Authority
    • Charter of Rights and Freedoms
    • Case Laws
    • Civil Law
    • Situational Awareness
    • Threat Factors
    • Public Interest
    • Physiological Experience
    • Dealing with Emotionally Disturbed Persons (EDP)
    • Conflict Resolution
    • De-escalation
    • Less Violent Options (LVO)
    • Types of Force
    • Use of Force Levels
    • Use of Force Checklist
    • Use of Force Procedures
    • Justifiable Use of Force
    • Arrest Procedure
  • Anti-Terrorism
    • Introduction to Terrorism
    • Definition of Terrorism
    • War Measures Act
    • Criminal Code of Canada Current Terrorist Laws
    • History of Terrorism in Canada
    • Types of Terrorist Threats
    • Common Weapons used by Terrorist
    • Cyber Terrorism – Global Effects
    • Listed Terrorist Entities in Canada
    • Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS)
    • Detecting Terrorism Activities
  • Crises Intervention
    • Conflicts
    • Body Language
    • Managing Aggressive Behavior
    • Workplace Violence
    • Dealing with a Suicidal Person
    • Emotionally Disturbed Person (EDP)
    • Controlling Yourself
    • De-escalation Techniques
    • Crises Debriefing

Must include a First Aid and CPR to complete the security program and gain a training completion number before taking the government Security Guard exam. Licencing and exam fees not included. Employment services available. This training course is recognized across Canada except for Quebec.

Price: $199.95 + HST per person (includes course materials).

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Advanced Security Training

Tactical Security Guard Training Course (Online): 40 hours

Advanced Use of Force training course for Ontario security guards — handcuffs and baton

The Advanced Theory Tactical course is designed to enable Security Guards to hold handcuffs and batons. Topics Include:

  • Introduction
    • Disclaimer
    • What is a Tactical Guard?
    • History of Use of Force
    • New Security Guard Legislation
    • Work Assignments – Tactical Site Deployments
    • Definitions
  • Authority to Use Force
    • Charter of Rights and Freedoms
    • Federal Authorization
    • Provincial Authorization
    • Case Laws
  • Civil Law
    • Civil Laws
    • Civil Liability
    • The “Eggshell Skull” Rule and the Use of Force
  • Situational Awareness
    • Threat Factors
    • Public Interest
    • Physiological Experience
    • On Scene Procedure
    • Situation Priority (Triage)
    • Keeping Guard
  • Conflict Resolution
    • Types of Conflicts
    • 5 Strategies for Dealing with Conflict
    • De-escalation
    • Less Violent Options (LVO)
    • Dealing with Difficult Individuals
    • Dealing with Emotionally Disturbed Persons (EDP)
    • Calm Composure
  • Crisis Intervention
    • Fundamentals of Crisis Intervention
    • Core Techniques and the 6-Step Model
  • Types of Force
    • Force Types
    • Use of Force Levels
  • Use of Force Procedures
    • Use of Force Checklist
    • Control V.S. Injury
    • Use of Force Procedures
    • Justifiable Use of Force
    • The National Use of Force Framework (NUFF)
  • Crowd Management
    • Crowd Types
    • Responsibility and Behaviour of the Police, Military, and Security
    • Personal Behaviour
    • Managing Crowd Movements
    • Riot Control Force Deployment Procedures
  • Safety Equipment
    • Clothing
    • Vests
    • Gloves
    • Footwear
    • Body Worn Camera
  • Violent Incidents
    • Edged Weapons
    • Active Shooter
    • Riots
  • Arrest Procedure
    • Arrest Definition
    • Caution
    • The Step-by-Step Arrest Procedure
    • Resisting Arrest
    • Method for “Frisk Searching for Weapons”
  • Handcuff Procedure and Use
    • Handcuffing Procedure
    • High-Risk Position for Restraint-Relation Position Asphyxia
    • Transportation of Arrested Person
    • Responsibility and Liability
    • Handcuff Types
    • Handcuff Maintenance
  • Baton Procedure and Use
    • Baton Responsibilities
    • Types of Batons
    • Baton Techniques
    • Baton Maintenance
  • Firearms Awareness
  • Use of Animals
    • PSISA, 2005 (PSISA) O. Reg. 365/07: Use of Animals
    • Agency Responsibilities and Animal Welfare
  • Use of Force Reports
  • Conclusion
    • Debriefing
    • Support

This course is only offered to those who qualified. You can expect physical challenges while training.

Price: $99.95 + HST per person (includes course materials).

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