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Armed Security Guard Training in Oklahoma

You must be licensed as an armed security in Oklahoma. This license is administered by CLEET and is renewed every two years. Before becoming an armed guard, you must first meet certain criteria including a psych evaluation.

Requirements for armed security guards in Oklahoma:

• Must be at least 21 years old
• Must be a citizen of the United States
• Must be mentally competent as determined by a psychological evaluation
• Have good moral Character
• Must pass a police or Sheriff record check
• Insurance letter from employer or surety bond
• No drug or alcohol use or dependence
• No felony convictions
• No disabilities that would prevent performance of duty
• Passport photos (2) in color
• Submit CLEET fingerprint cards (2)
• Successful complete training requirements
• Complete all questions pertaining to armed security guard on application or it will be rejected
• Application must be signed and notarized
• Oklahoma driver’s license
• Good physical conditioning

Training Requirements

Must complete CLEET approved courses and pass the State exam within 180 days from the date of application.

Applicants with training, such as retired police officers, correctional officers, peace officers may be exempt from training requirements if they can so proof of previous training.

Note: Firearms training is also a requirement but cannot be taken until you have passed the psych evaluation.

Fees are nonrefundable:

• License: $91
• Psychological Evaluation: applicant can choose a licensed Psychologist and bear the cost of the evaluation

For more information, please see Security Guards New License Applicants also Applicant Checklist for Completed Application or call 405-239-5110.

Additional information may be found at the CLEET Training and Testing page.