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Virtual - Basic Security Guard Training (Quebec)

This virtual classroom - Basic security Guard training (Quebec) course, recognized by the Ministry of Public Security, will help you acquire the skills necessary to become a security guard in Quebec. Our team of experienced security professionals share their wealth of real-world experience while teaching you the fundamentals of the profession.

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Course Content and Duration

This virtual classroom training, recognized by the Ministry of Public Security, is a total of 54 hours. It is offered on various possible schedule. This training does not include the First Aid in the Workplace course.

Please note that it is strongly suggested to begin your security agent training process with the first aid training. In addition to your security guard training, the first aid training is mandatory to obtain your permit from the Bureau de la sécurité privée (BSP). You can register to this training here.

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.

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.

If you are unable to travel to Montreal to attend the CNESST course, this 54-hour training is for you. Note however that first aid training in the workplace is a prerequisite to obtaining your security guard permit. Here is a list of CNESST-recognized organizations offering first aid training in the workplace in different regions.

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
  • Patrolling procedures
  • Traffic management
  • Use of force
  • Legal aspects
  • Electronic security systems
  • Fire prevention and emergency measures
  • Labor conflicts
Requirements:
  • Be 18 years or older at the time of registration
  • Have no criminal record
  • Ability to read, write and speak in French
  • Have access to a computer with a webcam
  • Have access to high-speed Internet
Certification

Once you have completed the Virtual Classroom Basic Security Guard Training (Quebec) course successfully and a workplace first aid card is obtained, you can make a request to the BSP to get your security guard licence.

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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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