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Security Guard Training in Oregon

In Oregon, an unarmed security guard must be licensed. Training and application requirements must be met before license can be issued.

Basic requirements for unarmed security guards in Oregon:

Must be at least 18 years old
Must show proof of citizenship
Mentally competent
Have good moral character
No drug or alcohol use or dependence
No felony convictions
No disabilities that would prevent performance of duty
Fingerprint affidavit and fingerprint card (1) Click here for form
Temporary work permit Click Here for form

Other Requirements that May Be Helpful:

Driver’s License
Good Communication skills
Good physical conditioning
Be able to stand long periods of time

Training Requirements

Must complete 12 hours of training with a certified instructor (please verify current certification before paying for course)

Fees are nonrefundable:

License: $130
Training cost may vary depending on instructor.

For more information, please see the Oregon DPSST Private Security website or call 503-378-8531.

9 Responses to “Security Guard Training in Oregon”

Rick Beehler, on May 23rd, 2011 at 7:06 pm Said:

Hello, my name is Rick Beehler,

I am part of a regional organization of rock clubs. We put on a non-profit rock and gem show each September. Some of the dealers that offer their supplies at our exhibition would like us to have some security there. Is there a possibility that some of your students could get some credit for volunteering their services during the daytime hours of our show?

This years exibition will be at the Hillsboro Fairplex.

Sincerely,
Rick Beehler
Thomas Hawk, on June 26th, 2012 at 6:25 pm Said:

i am interested in becoming a armed security guard. I read up on a volunteer position that could be of some help to both you and I. please let me know if this is still an option.

Best Regards
Thomas Hawk
6-26-12
Wayne Green, on August 23rd, 2012 at 7:26 am Said:

I am currently a Licenced Security Guard in California and will be moving to Oregon. What can I do to get my Oregon Guard Card before moving? Is there anyway I can apply my training to Oregon with BSIS?
Bill Logan, on September 20th, 2012 at 9:54 pm Said:

I have a armed guard card for Arizona. I recently moved to Astoria and want to know how to obtain a guard lisence,
Juan Alvarado, on November 29th, 2012 at 5:44 pm Said:

I have a job offer for ID checker at a bar and am required to get licensed however, it states that you cannot have felonies. The only felonies I have are juvenile convictions, will that bar me?
Armando b, on June 5th, 2015 at 7:47 pm Said:

Im 18 years old luving in salem Oregon can i get training if i dont have a license?
Armando b, on June 5th, 2015 at 7:48 pm Said:

Im 18 years old living in salem Oregon can i get training if i dont have a driver’s license?
meshalle, on September 18th, 2016 at 3:58 am Said:

I am an unarmed guard in Colorado. At the time we will be moving to Oregon I will have been for at least a year. Does the training I have had here count towards the training required for Oregon? and how do I acquire a license for I move?
Kevin Vera, on February 3rd, 2020 at 6:37 pm Said:

Hows it going I have my o.c baton and armed permit for California I was seeing how the process to obtain these in Oregon and if I need a Oregon DL also what is the time line for permits to process ?