01I – Security Officer In-service

This DCJS-approved (Renewal) course covers duties, ethics, patrol, emergency response, and use of force, equipping you with the knowledge and skills to meet state standards.

Advancing your career as a certified security officer!

Our 01i – In-Service (Renewal) Security Officer Training program is Virginia DCJS-certified and designed for individuals renewing roles as unarmed security officers, armed security officers/couriers, security canine handlers, or alarm respondents. This course provides you with the essential knowledge and skills required to meet Virginia state standards and succeed in the field.

You will train in:

  • Orientation to the Private Security Industry
  • Applicable Sections of the Code of Virginia and DCJS Regulations
  • Code of Ethics for Security Professionals
  • General Duties and Responsibilities
  • Recognizing Signs of Terrorism
  • Security Patrol, Access Control, and Communications
  • Documentation and Report Writing
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Confrontation Management

This course prepares you with the legal framework, operational knowledge, and practical skills essential for a continued career as a professional security officer.

Course Duration: 4hrs

Format: Online

Course Fee: $29 (non-refundable in accordance with BRCJA and DCJS policy)

Passing Requirement: Minimum score of 80%

Career Opportunities: Completion of this course qualifies you to apply for DCJS Security Officer licensure in Virginia, preparing you for In-Service roles in the private security industry. Certified security officers are in demand across a variety of sectors, including:

  • Unarmed or armed security officer positions
  • Corporate and retail security
  • Residential and property security
  • Event and venue security operations
  • Patrol and emergency response teams
  • Security roles in government and private contracts

With your DCJS certification, you’ll be eligible to continue working with security companies, corporations, and private clients throughout Virginia. Many graduates also continue their professional development by advancing into specialized fields such as personal protection, investigations, and supervisory roles.

Accreditation: Fully certified by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services.

Renew you DCJS registration and take the essential steps in a career in security.

You have 30 days to complete the course from the time you enroll.
If you do not complete the course within this period, you will be required to pay for the course again.

Once you complete all the lessons, you will gain access to the exam and certification part of the course.
You will then have 90 minutes to complete the test, and you must achieve a passing grade of at least 80%.
You have one (1) attempt.
If you fail to pass – either because the time expires or you do not achieve the required grade – you will be required to pay for the course again.

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