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Armed Security Guard Training in West Virginia

In West Virginia, an armed security guard either works as an individual or is hired by a security company, either way you must obtain a license. Licensing is regulated by The West Virginia Secretary of State’s office. Before a license is issued, there are certain criteria that must be met.

Basic requirements for armed security guards in West Virginia:

Be at least 21 years old
United States citizen or legal alien
Have good moral character
Never been denied a license or had one revoked in West Virginia
Mentally competent
Drug or alcohol use or dependence is prohibited
Pass drug test
No felony convictions
No history of assisting an inmate escape
No history of buying or selling stolen property
No disabilities that would prevent performance of duty
Successfully pass a criminal background check

Proven Experience

As a sole proprietor, you must be able to prove years of experience as a security guard in West Virginia. Certain training and experience may be required by the company that hires you. The training topics below offers an idea of what type of training you can expect:

Your role as an armed security guard
Legal Ramifications
Techniques for patrolling and observation
Incident Response
Surveillance operation and documentation
Working with and addressing the public
First Aid Overview
Report Writing

Weapon Training

Must meet all firearms requirement training set for by the 61-7-4 West Virginia Code.

For more information, please call 304-558-8000

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george lane harrison jr, on July 9th, 2012 at 1:00 pm Said:

I,ve being working security for along time. I,m now working with Imperial security for this company for 2 year and now I,m assist. Chief and work at 4 whole food store. I have 14 years in the military as a scout/ infranty, and also a business in bail recovery agent name Glockcop of Georgia,LLC which is a branch of Glockcop of West Virginia owner is Cliff Vinson. You can reach me at 678_713_1004. Thank you for your time.George Harrison
Joel J Chokalah, on July 26th, 2012 at 5:32 am Said:

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Scott Edwards, on May 11th, 2020 at 1:10 pm Said:

Hello.

I would like to know what the process is to obtain my Armed Officer / Body Guard certification (s) in West Virginia. I am currently a commissioned officer in the state of Texas. I have 6 years of unarmed security and 1 year of armed. Please let me know if you can assist.

Thank you
SR Edwards