On-Site Security Training

Basic Security Guard Training Quebec

Our Basic Security Guard on-site training program, offered in French only and recognized by the Ministry of Public Security, will provide you with the skills and abilities essential to work as a security guard in Quebec.

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Course Content and Duration

This flexible 70-hour training program, recognized by the Ministry of Public Security, must be completed before applying for the security guard licence issued by the BSP and it is mandatory for every person in Quebec wishing to perform security tasks (e.g. search and access control). This training applies to people who want to work for private security agencies as well as non-specialized employers.

Please note that this course is only offered in French.

After receiving your successful completion certificate for the security guard course, the Customer Service training will be added to your profile. Once completed, this training will enable you to receive the P12 premium of $0.50 added to your hourly rate as a security guard.

In Quebec, in accordance with the provisions of the decree on security guard, certain training programs lead to salary benefits for agents.

As part of our security guard certification program (54 hours and 70 hours), GardaWorld offers all its graduates an exclusive advantage: access to Customer Service training. This training entitles them to the P12 premium of $0.50 added to their hourly rate.

Would you prefer to take this course remotely? GardaWorld also offers Security Guard training online.

Main topics include:
  • Introduction to private security in Quebec
  • Role and tasks of a security guard
  • Professionalism and customer service
  • Communication and conflict management
  • Report writing and note-taking
  • Patrolling procedures
  • Traffic management
  • Use of force
  • Legal aspects
  • Electronic security systems
  • Fire prevention and emergency measures
  • Labor conflicts
  • Access controls
  • First aid training - CNESST
Requirements:
  • Must be 18 years or older at the time of registration
  • Must have no criminal record
  • Must be able to read, write and speak in French
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Certifications

Once training has been completed, the participant will be eligible to apply for a security guard licence directly with the Bureau de la Sécurité privée (BSP). Please note that all applications for a BSP guarding permit must be accompanied by a valid first aid card in the workplace (Training CNESST-16 h).

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GardaWorld Campus - MONTREAL

Address:
2300 Émile-Bélanger
Montreal, QC, H4R 3J4

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Telephone:
1-855-269-0357
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Business hours:
Monday to Friday between 8:30AM - 12:00PM and 1:00PM - 4:30PM

Payment options:
Cash, debit and credit cards (Visa and Mastercard)

Check out the course calendar for our upcoming training sessions in Montreal.

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Why Choose GardaWorld Campus?

We have been training security professionals for over 10 years.

Our seasoned team of dynamic trainers are passionate about advancing security careers through the latest educational programs and cutting-edge instructional tools.

The Campus actively contributes to the progress of new members of the GardaWorld team in addition to providing important support for the professional development of internal and external clients.

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