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Security guards and other related workers guard property against theft and vandalism, control access to establishments, maintain order and enforce regulations at public events and within establishments.
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In general, you usually need a high school diploma. To be an airport security guard, you receive training from your employer. If you work as a security guard for the federal government, you must be trained to Canadian General Standards Board standards. People in other security/guarding occupations may also get training. If you are required to carry a firearm, you need a gun licence. To be an armoured car driver, you need a driver's licence. With experience, you may move up the ranks to become a senior security guard or supervisor. Many recent entrants have a community college diploma.
Durham College
Oshawa, Ontario, CA
Related Program(s): Protection, Security and Investigation (fast-track) Diploma; University TransferProtection, Security and Investigation Diploma; University Transfer
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Humber College Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning
Toronto, Ontario, CA
Related Program(s): Protection, Security and Investigation Diploma
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Cambrian College
Sudbury, Ontario, CA
Related Program(s): Corporate Safety and Security CertificateProtection, Security and Investigation Diploma
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