Security Guards and Gaming Surveillance Officers Most security guard and gaming surveillance officer jobs require a high school diploma. Gaming surveillance officers sometimes need experience with security and video surveillance. Most states require security guards to be registered with the state, especially if they carry a firearm. Security guards generally need a high school diploma or equivalent, although some jobs may not have any education requirements. Although most employers provide instruction for newly hired security guards, the amount of training they receive varies. Most security guards learn their job in a few weeks. Many states recommend that security guards receive approximately 8 hours of pre-assignment training, 8-16 hours of on-the-job training, and 8 hours of annual training. Most states require that security guards be registered with the state in which they work. Security guards and officers must communicate effectively with o...
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