Security Guard Training NYC New York State License Courses
Complete your security guard training in NYC with Tribune Training Academy, a New York State DCJS-approved security guard training school. Choose the path that fits your needs — start a new New York security guard license, complete an individual required course, maintain your annual training, or return to the profession through license reinstatement. For a quick overview, read our New York security guard training requirements guide.
Training options include scheduled live instructor-led online classes and in-person classroom training in Queens, NY.
New York Security Guard Training FAQ
Common questions about the New York security guard training path and annual training requirements.
What training is required for an unarmed security guard in New York?
New York generally requires an 8-Hour Pre-Assignment course before applying, a 16-Hour On-the-Job Training course within 90 days of employment, and an 8-Hour Annual In-Service course for each calendar year a guard registration is held. See our security guard licensing program for the full pathway.
Do I have to take the 8-Hour Pre-Assignment course more than once?
For an unarmed guard, the 8-Hour Pre-Assignment course is generally a one-time initial training requirement. Your completion certificate is used as part of the security guard application process.
When is the 16-Hour On-the-Job Training course due?
New York requires the 16-Hour On-the-Job Training course to be completed within 90 days of employment as a security guard. Tribune offers both in-person OJT training and a live online option.
How often do security guards need annual in-service training?
The 8-Hour Annual In-Service course is required for each calendar year in which you hold a New York security guard registration. Review our annual in-service training options.
Security Guard Training in New York for New and Returning Guards
Tribune Training Academy provides security guard training in New York for students beginning the licensing process, completing required security guard courses, maintaining annual training, or returning to the security profession.
Our security training options include the 8-Hour Pre-Assignment course, 16-Hour On-the-Job Training, 8-Hour Annual In-Service Training, security guard licensing programs, and reinstatement pathways.
Students can choose from applicable scheduled live instructor-led online classes and classroom-based training at Tribune Training Academy in Elmhurst, Queens, New York.
Find the NYS Security Guard Training You Need
Your next step depends on whether you are applying for a security guard license, completing a specific required course, maintaining annual training, or returning after a previous license.
New Security Guard License
Start the New York security guard licensing process and review the training and application steps for new guards.
Start the Licensing Program →8-Hour Pre-Assignment Training
Introductory security guard training for students beginning the New York security guard licensing process.
View the 8-Hour Course →16-Hour On-the-Job Training
Continue your NYS security guard training with practical, job-focused instruction available through dedicated online and in-person options.
Explore 16-Hour OJT →8-Hour Annual In-Service
Complete continuing annual security guard training and choose the training format that works for your schedule.
Explore Annual Training →Security Guard License Reinstatement
Review the training pathway for returning security guards with an expired or previous New York security guard license.
View Reinstatement Options →Security Guard Training Programs
Review security guard training options, course information, licensing resources, and available programs.
Explore Training Programs →How NYS Security Guard Training Works
New York security guard training is not limited to a single class. Different courses apply at different stages of a guard's training and employment.
8-Hour Pre-Assignment
New security guard applicants begin with introductory training covering the role of the security guard, legal responsibilities, emergency response, communication, and other foundational topics.
16-Hour On-the-Job Training
The 16-Hour OJT provides additional practical training focused on security duties, workplace situations, professional conduct, legal limitations, communication, incidents, and security operations.
Annual In-Service Training
Security guards continue their training with the 8-Hour Annual In-Service course during each calendar year in which they work as a security guard.
Online and In-Person Security Guard Training in New York
Tribune Training Academy offers different training formats depending on the course and available class schedule. Choose the option that works best for your learning preference and location.
Online Security Guard Training
Attend applicable scheduled security guard classes remotely through live instructor-led online instruction.
In-Person Security Guard Training
Attend classroom training at Tribune Training Academy in Elmhurst, Queens with scheduled instructor-led classes.
Security Guard Training Built Around the Full Student Path
Students often need more than a single training class. Tribune Training Academy helps students understand where each security guard course fits into the broader New York licensing and training process.
Whether you are entering the security industry for the first time, completing your 16-Hour OJT, returning for annual training, or addressing an older license, our course pages are organized so you can find the correct next step and available registration options.
16-Hour OJT and Annual Security Guard Training
For courses with multiple delivery options, use the main course page to compare formats or go directly to the online or in-person training page.
16-Hour On-the-Job Training
Compare the NYS 16-Hour OJT training options and choose the format that works for you.
8-Hour Annual In-Service Training
Review annual security guard training and choose between available online and classroom options.
In-Person Security Guard Classes in Queens, NYC
Students looking for security guard training in Queens can attend applicable in-person courses at Tribune Training Academy in Elmhurst.
Our location serves students throughout Queens, Brooklyn, Manhattan, the Bronx, Staten Island, Long Island, and surrounding New York communities. Students who prefer remote attendance can also review applicable live online training options.
40-38 75th Street
Elmhurst, NY 11373
Queens, New York
Workforce1, Employer & Organization-Sponsored Training
Some security guard students attend training through Workforce1, ITG vouchers, employers, workforce programs, or other sponsoring organizations.
Security Guard Training School in Queens, NYC
Tribune Training Academy provides New York security guard training from 40-38 75th Street, Elmhurst, Queens, NY 11373. Students can complete required security guard courses including the 8-hour pre-assignment, 16-hour on-the-job and annual in-service pathways, with eligible live-online options where permitted.
New applicants can review the New York security guard license training pathway, while existing guards can use our renewal guide. You can also verify Tribune provider credentials and official agency listings.
Security Guard Training in New York FAQ
Common questions about New York security guard courses, licensing training, OJT, annual training, and class options.
What security guard training do I need in New York?
What is the 8-Hour Pre-Assignment course?
What is the NYS 16-Hour OJT?
When is the 16-Hour On-the-Job Training required?
Do security guards need annual training in New York?
Can I take security guard training online?
Where are your in-person security guard classes held?
I had a security guard license before. Where should I start?
Where should a new security guard applicant start?
Can Workforce1 or an employer pay for my security guard training?
Ready to Begin Your NYS Security Guard Training?
Start a new security guard license, choose an individual training course, complete your annual training, or review reinstatement options for returning guards.