Renewal/Refresher Security Officer Certification (California)

Instructor: National Institute of Public Safety (National IPS)
Course Type: 100% Online | Duration: 8 Hours
Includes: 6-Hour Arrests, Search & Seizure (more advanced than PTA course) + 2-Hour Use of Force Refresher
Certificate of Completion: Instantly Available Upon Completion
BSIS Licensed Training Provider ID#: ATG-2976

Required 8-Hour Annual BSIS Guard Card Training

Per The BSIS Security Guard Registration Training Fact Sheet: “Eight (8) hours of continuing training must be completed annually (BPC 7583.6 and California Code of Regulations (CCR) Section 643).”

View BSIS Security Guard Registration Fact Sheet Here

BSIS Guard Card Renewal Training Requirements

Per The Official BSIS Security Guard Renewal Application: Pursuant to BPC section 7583.20, you MUST HAVE COMPLETED, and you must certify that you have completed, all training required by section 7583.6, subdivision (b) as set out below as a condition for renewal.

Within 6 months of Initial Registration: 32 hours of security guard skills training must have been completed within six months of registration as detailed below:

1. At least 16 hours within 30 days of registration

2. Additional 16 hours (for a total of 32 hours) within 6 months of registration Pursuant to BPC Section 7583.6, subdivision (e), you must complete the following training.

Annual Training: 8 hours of security guard skills training must be completed annually.

View more info on the BSIS Security Guard Renewal Application Here

💳 Start Training Now – Pay Later!

Your future in security starts today. With National IPS California Guard Card Training Online, you can train now, pay later, with flexible monthly payment plans launch your career faster than ever.

Select “Train Now, Pay Later Partner AFFIRM, KLARNA, or AFTERPAY” at checkout. Start your training immediately, pay later, and earn your California Guard Card!

Your future in security begins today—enroll now and take control of your career!

🎯  Stay Certified. Stay Ready. Stay BSIS Compliant.

Need to Renew Your California Guard Card? This (8-Hour) BSIS-approved Security Officer Renewal/Refresher Course is specifically designed for licensed security guards in California who need to complete their annual (once a year) renewal/refresher training to stay in compliance with the California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS).

Whether you work in retail, private patrol, events, or high-security environments, this course provides everything you need to meet the annual (8-hour) continuing education requirement outlined by BSIS.

It’s fast, flexible, and 100% online—perfect for professionals who need to stay certified while working in the field.

📘 What’s Inside the Course

✅ 6-Hour Arrests, Search & Seizure (more advanced than PTA course)
Take your knowledge beyond the basics with advanced training on detainment, lawful searches, and legal arrest procedures.

✅ 2-Hour Use of Force Refresher
Revisit proper use-of-force protocols, escalation control, and legal boundaries for physical intervention.

⚠️ Prerequisites – Before You Enroll

This annual refresher course is NOT designed for new guards. Before enrolling, students should have already completed or plan to complete:

• ✅ The (California) 8-Hour BSIS Initial Guard Card Course (For New Guards) (includes both online and in-person training) Click Here to View: https://nationalips.com/courses/initial-security-officer-course-california/

• ✅ The (California) 32-Hour BSIS Continuing Education (a series of 8 four-hour courses required by BSIS): Click Here to View: https://nationalips.com/course-bundle/california-32-hour-security-officer-continuation-package/

📆 Important: BSIS requires that the 32 hours of continuing education be completed within the first 6 months of employment.

 

💼 Need the 32-Hour Training Package?

If you haven’t completed your 32 hours of required continuing education, don’t wait!

We offer a discounted bundle of 8 BSIS-approved 4-hour courses—everything you need to meet the full CE requirement on time and on budget.

🎯 We’ve got your back! If you haven’t yet finished the full 32-hour BSIS CE, grab our discounted bundle of 8 approved 4-hour courses to meet the full requirement on time—and save money doing it.

💬 Ask us about the 32-Hour CE Bundle Deal or Click Our Bundle Deal Link and get started today!  https://nationalips.com/course-bundle/california-32-hour-security-officer-continuation-package/

🔥 Why Security Pros Choose This Course

🚀 100% Online — Learn anytime, anywhere
🎓 BSIS-Compliant for Annual Guard Card Renewal
📥 Certificate issued instantly upon completion
🏆 Delivered by a BSIS-Licensed Training Provider (ID# ATG-2976)
🧠 Keeps your legal skills sharp and job-ready

👥 Who Should Enroll?

🔹 California security guards renewing their Guard Card (annually)
🔹 Licensed professionals who have completed initial + 32-hour CE
🔹 Employers keeping their teams fully certified and BSIS-compliant
🔹 Veterans in the field who want to stay legally sharp year after year

🧠 What You’ll Learn

📖 Arrest, detainment, and search procedures under CA law
⚖️ When a search or seizure is legal (and when it’s not)
🤝 Conflict resolution + de-escalation strategies
🛑 Use-of-force rules: what’s allowed and what’s excessive
💡 Real-world decision making in high-stakes environments

🚨 Don’t Let Your Guard Card Expire!

Keep your license active and your skills up to date with this fully online BSIS refresher. Start today, finish at your own pace, and download your certificate as soon as you’re done.

🟢 Enroll now to stay legal, prepared, and professionally protected.

Our Accreditation & Licensing

This course is officially licensed and approved by the California Bureau of Security & Investigative Services (BSIS).

The National Institute of Public Safety (National IPS) is an authorized BSIS training provider under Approval Number ATG-2976. This ensures that all training you receive through our program meets the requirements set by the State of California for security guard certification.

By enrolling with us, you can be confident that your training is:

•  Compliant with BSIS regulations

• Recognized for Guard Card certification in California

• Delivered by a licensed and approved training provider

View our BSIS Licensed Guard Card Training Provider Info Here

💬 Live Interaction with Your Instructor

Every National Institute of Public Safety course includes live interaction with your course instructor in real time through our built-in chat feature. You can ask questions, clarify lessons, and receive direct feedback as you progress through the training.

For a more personal learning experience, optional Zoom sessions with your course instructor 🎥 are also available. These sessions provide additional support to review key concepts, reinforce understanding, and ensure full mastery of the course material.

At National IPS, our mission is to ensure every student leaves confident, prepared, and field-ready  — not just trained, but truly equipped for professional success.

🧾 BSIS Guard Card Renewal Application Guidance

Renewing your California Guard Card doesn’t have to be complicated. At National Institute of Public Safety (National IPS), we provide comprehensive BSIS renewal application guidance to make the process smooth and stress-free.

After completing your renewal or continuing education course, one of our BSIS Guard Card Training Advisors will be available to assist you through each step of your Guard Card renewal application.

Your advisor will:

• ✅ Review your renewal eligibility and training completion

• ✅ Guide you through the BSIS online or mail in renewal process

• ✅ Help ensure your application and documentation are submitted correctly

• ✅ Answer any questions to prevent processing delays

Important Note: BSIS Renewal Application fees are not included in the course fee.

If you need direct help, call us at (302) 556-7446 — our team will walk you through the entire renewal process to keep your certification active and compliant.

At National IPS, we make sure your renewal experience is hassle-free, accurate, and fully BSIS-compliant.

All Security Officer Courses Are Protected by Our “Worry-Free Guarantee”

Train with confidence at National IPS with our Worry-Free Guarantee — all courses are BSIS-approved and meet California’s legal requirements. If you are not 100% satisfied with your course within 72 hours of purchase (and haven’t completed all the lessons), you get a full refund, no questions asked. Terms apply.

BSIS NOTE: A security guard registrant who is unable to provide their employing PPO the certificates of satisfactory completion of the security officer skills training shall complete 16 hours of the training within 30 days of the registrant’s employment date and shall complete the 16 remaining hours within six months of the registrant’s employment date.

Course Disclaimer:

Completion of any training course offered by the National Institute of Public Safety (“National IPS”) shall not, standing alone, constitute the issuance, renewal, or registration of a California Guard Card under state law. The authority to issue, deny, or renew any Guard Card resides exclusively with the California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (“BSIS”), subject to the applicant’s compliance with all statutory requirements, submission of a valid application, successful Live Scan fingerprinting, and clearance of all requisite background investigations. National IPS functions solely as a BSIS-approved training provider and expressly disclaims any warranties or guarantees, whether express or implied, regarding any individual’s eligibility for, or attainment of, Guard Card licensure, renewal, or certification.