An unarmed guard must be licensed through a contract security company that is hiring you.
Requirements to become a security guard in Louisiana:
- Must be at least 18 year old
- Driver’s License
- Social Security CardPassport Photo
- Complete (2) 8-hour trainings: The first 8-hour course is about the contract security company.
Basic Training Curriculum
A basic training conducted may include to the following:
- Role of security guards
- Legal powers and limitations
- Ethics and conduct (including Board rules)
- Patrolling and investigation
- Communication and public relations
- Observation and note taking
- Emergency response
- Access control
- Evidence
- Statements
- Report writing
Fees:
- Application fee $40
- Fingerprinting $55.25 (This includes state and FBI check)
Classroom training can be administered by the hiring company or through Louisiana State Board of Private Security Examiners.