Security Guard Requirements in Florida

In the state of Florida, you can expect to earn a median salary of $20,000 in 2014 (median salary in Miami, Florida as per indeed.com)

The State of Florida regulates Security Guard License through the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Any person who works as an unarmed security guard in Florida state must have a Class “D” Security Officer License. In addition, they must work for or own a licensed Class “B” Security Agency. A class “D” – Security Officer is any individual who performs the services of a security officer.

The minimum requirements for a Security Guard Registration in Florida state is given below:

1. At least 18 years or older.
2. A citizen or legal resident alien of the U.S. or have granted the authority to work in the U.S. by the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)
3. Complete the required security guard training as per the Florida state requirements.
4. Security Officer License Application form for Florida State.
5. Florida State Security Officer Handbook.
6. As per the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Division of Licensing you need to complete 40 hours of training through a licensed security officer training company. You can apply after you complete 24 hours of training, but you must finish your training within 180 days of application.
   Click this link if you are looking for Security Guard Training Companies in Florida.

Steps for completing your application for Security Guard License in Florida:

1. Print and complete the Class “D” Security Officer License application from the Florida Department of Agriculture Division of Licensing.
   You must include the following items in your application package
2. Proof of training showing successful completion of a minimum of 40 hours of professional training provided by a Security Officer Training Facility licensed by the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.
3. Proof of eligibility to work in US: If you are not a U.S. Citizen, you should submit the proof of employment authorization issued by the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A COPY of the front and back of one of the following USCIS forms is sufficient: I-551 or I-766.
4. Attach a recent passport size color photograph with your application which reflects your current hairstyle and other features. Don’t forget to write your complete name and date of birth on the back of the photograph.
5. Get a full set of finger prints on the fingerprint card or submit it electronically via LiveScan. You must submit a complete and legible set of fingerprints either on the FINGERPRINT CARD enclosed with this application package or by ELECTRONIC FINGERPRINT-SCAN. Your fingerprints can be taken by your employer, your training school, at a participating law enforcement agency, or
   by any business providing fingerprinting services.
6. Application Fee (must be paid by check or money order made payable in favor of the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.) Fees are nonrefundable and nontransferable.
• License Fee: $45
• Fingerprint Processing Fee: $42
• Total Fees: $87

Due to finger print verification requirements, permanent license for an unarmed security guard can take up to 45 days after the required training is completed.