40-Hour Guard Card Training (Now $120 OFF!)

40-Hour Guard Card Training (Now $120 OFF!)

40-Hour BSIS Guard Card Training Package: Everything You Need to Know Before You Start

Thinking about starting a career in security in California? You’ve probably heard about the 40-Hour BSIS Security Officer Training requirement. This guide will walk you through what it includes, why it’s mandatory, and how you can complete it quickly, affordably, and 100% BSIS-compliant.

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✅ What is the 40-Hour BSIS Guard Card Training Requirement?

The Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) requires all new California security guards to complete:

  • 8-Hour Initial Security Officer Course (before you apply for your Guard Card)
  • 32-Hour Continuing Security Officer Education (within the first 6 months of receiving your Guard Card)

Our National Institute of Public Safety (National IPS) 40-Hour Training Bundle covers everything in one affordable package.

👉 Enroll in the 40-Hour BSIS Training Bundle Here


✅ What’s Included in the New 40-Hour BSIS Discounted Training Bundle?

📦 Part 1: 8-Hour Initial Security Officer (New Guard Card) Training

Hybrid Format: 4 Hours Online + 4 Hours In-Person

  • Powers to Arrest (4 Hours Online)
  • Appropriate Use of Force (4 Hours In-Person)

Important: BSIS requires at least 50% of this course to be completed in person. 100% online is no longer allowed.

📦 Part 2: 32-Hour BSIS Continuing Education Training

Completely online, self-paced – finish anytime within 6 months.

  • Mandatory Modules (16 Hours): Public Relations, Observation & Documentation, Communication, Legal Liability
  • Electives (16 Hours): Handling Difficult People, Trespass, Crowd Control, WMD & Terrorism Awareness

👉 Save $120 on the Complete 40-Hour Bundle – Enroll Now!


✅ How to Complete the 40-Hour BSIS Training Step-by-Step

  1. Enroll in the 40-Hour Bundle through National IPS.
  2. Finish the 8-Hour Initial Course (Hybrid: Online + In-Person).
  3. Apply for your Guard Card via the BSIS BreEZe Portal.
  4. Complete your 32-Hour Continuing Education within 6 months.

💡 Need help with Live Scan and BSIS application? We provide detailed instructions during training!


New BSIS Guard Card Training Requirements: What Changed in 2024?

As of 2024, BSIS now requires at least 50% of the Powers to Arrest and Use of Force training to be completed in person. This means you can no longer do the entire course online.

Here’s how it breaks down:

  • First 8 Hours (Powers to Arrest & Appropriate Use of Force) → Must include in-person session

  • Additional 32 Hours → Can be completed fully online

💡View the Official BSIS Powers To Arrest & Appropriate Use of Force New Guard Card Course Change Here


✅ Who Needs the 40-Hour BSIS Guard Card Training?

  • New California Guard Card applicants
  • Recently hired security officers completing state-mandated training
  • Employers seeking affordable training for their security teams

✅ Why Choose National Institute of Public Safety?

Your Security Career Starts Here!

✅ National Institute of Public Safety (National IPS) makes the process simple:

  • Fast-track online security training

  • In-person skills sessions for hands-on learning

  • Expert support for your BSIS Guard Card application

We’re a BSIS-approved training provider trusted by students all across California.

Ready to get certified? Check out the official BSIS Guard Fact Sheet or start your training today at NationalIPS.com.

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✅ FAQs: Everything You Need to Know About 40-Hour BSIS Training

❓ Is the 40-Hour BSIS Training required by law?

Yes. California law requires every security officer to complete the initial 8-hour course before applying for your BSIS Guard Card and 32 hours of additional BSIS Guard Card training within six months of Guard Card registration.

Do I have to finish all 40 hours of the BSIS Guard Card Training before applying for my Guard Card?

No! You can apply for your Guard Card after the first 8 hour Powers to Arrest and Appropriate Use of Force training course and start working while completing the rest. BSIS now requires at least 50% of the 8-Hour Powers to Arrest and Appropriate Use of Force training be in person.

❓ Can I do the entire 40 Hour BSIS Guard Card Training online?

No. BSIS now requires at least 50% of the Powers to Arrest and Appropriate Use of Force training to be completed in person. The additional 32-Hours of Continued Security Guard Training can be done fully online.

Is National Institute of Public Safety (National IPS) BSIS-approved?

Yes, we are a Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS)-approved training provider trusted by students across California. Our BSIS-approved training license # is ATG-2976, which can be verified in the BSIS license verification system.

❓ How much does the full 40-Hour BSIS Guard Card training cost?

Separately, these courses can cost over $300. Our 40-hour bundle saves you $120 and includes all the training you need. 👉 Save $120 on the Complete 40-Hour Bundle – Enroll Now!

❓ How long do I have to complete the 32-hour continuing Security Guard education?

You have six months from the date your Guard Card is issued to complete the 32 hours of of continued guard card training online.

❓ Where is the in-person portion of the Powers To Arrest & Appropriate Use of Force training held?

Our in-person sessions are located in Los Angeles County and Santa Clarita. Schedule options available after enrollment.


✅ Enroll in the 40-Hour BSIS Training Bundle Today!

Don’t wait—meet all BSIS training requirements, save money, and start your career in security today.

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