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How to become a security guard in Florida
Here's exactly what Florida requires, and the official portal to apply. Finish it and you can start getting booked on XGuard.
Guard license
Florida Class D Security Officer
Training40 hrs
Cost$97.75
Min age18
ExamNone
RenewsEvery 2 years
- 1Complete 40-hour Class D trainingAt an FDACS-licensed "Class DS" school.
- 2Submit application + fingerprintsOnline through FDACS, by mail, or at a regional office.
- 3Pass the FDLE/FBI background check
- 4Pay $97.75 and receive your Class D cardValid 2 years.
Armed / firearmOpen the official portal
Florida Class G Statewide Firearm License
Training28 hrs
Cost$164.75
Min age18
ExamBuilt into the course
Renews2 years (4-hr annual requal)
Agency / masterOpen the official portal
Florida Class B Security Agency
The agency itself needs a Class B; a Class M/MB manager passes the Chapter 493 exam (Everblue, $70).
Training—
Cost~$542 + $300k liability insurance
Min age18
ExamManager (Class MB) only
Renews3 years
Once you're licensed
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