Unarmed Security Professional
Course: UNARMED SECURITY PROFESSIONAL
Duration: 4 weeks
Prerequisite: 18+ years old
Instructors: Dr. Johnny Tyler, Tasha Courtney, Prachi Wahi
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Unarmed Security Professional course imparts the basic and practical skills required for students to enter the field of security. This program typically takes four weeks and requires 84 clock hours to earn the certification. The course meets and exceeds the training requirements necessary to apply for a Permanent Employee Registration Card (PERC) through the Illinois Department of Finance and Professional Regulations (IDFPR). Students enrolled in this program will receive more expansive instruction than what is offered in our 20-hour basic unarmed training course.
COST
Course tuition is $1,500.
ACADEMIC RESOURCES STATEMENT
The faculty of AGB has identified academic resources critical to student success. Students are expected to purchase and use required course resources at the direction of course instructors. Faculty are aware of the costs for academic resources and do not require these tools unless deemed appropriate to meet course objectives.
REQUIRED TEXT
Unarmed Security Professional – This text can be found under the Schoology course. The course instructor will provide details regarding any additional materials needed.
COURSE OBJECTIVES & STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
The Unarmed Security Professional course focuses on developing a deliberate set of skills that are required for those seeking employment in the security industry. These competencies are outlined in the following chart.
Class / Course | Hours |
---|---|
Historical Perspectives and Trends In Private Security | 8 |
Self Management | 8 |
Conflict Resolution | 8 |
Customer Service | 8 |
Anger Management | 8 |
De-Escalation | 8 |
Workplace Violence | 8 |
Medical Emergencies | 8 |
Unarmed Basic Security | 20 |

