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Common Misconceptions Regarding Security Guards

Sep 9, 2021 | Security Training

What are some common falsehoods about professional security guards? First, there’s the idea that all security guards are armed with guns...

What Makes a Good Security Training Instructor?

Aug 9, 2021 | Security Training

If you’re going to learn something, then you want a good trainer or instructor, right? This is true for many things, including working out...

How to Become an Exceptional Security Guard

Jul 10, 2021 | Security Training

What makes a great security guard? Well, first consider what makes a terrible one… If the guard isn’t punctual and doesn’t show up on...

Use of Force Training For Security Guards

Jun 16, 2021 | Security Training

Security guards learn about the use of force stages which are guidelines as to how much force may be used against a resisting subject in a...

The Responsibilities of Registered Gun Owners

May 31, 2021 | Firearm Training

If you’re going to be a gun owner, you should be a responsible one. What does that mean? A responsible gun owner takes courses on gun...

Why Employers Want Certified Security Professionals

May 24, 2021 | Security Training

You could hire your burly brother to stand outside your business and look tough and official and pretend to be your professional security...

Protect You and Your Loved Ones by Taking Firearm Training Courses

Apr 28, 2021 | Firearm Training

There are certain things you shouldn’t do without some training and guidance first… like handling firearms. Firearms have the power to...

Don’t Wait: Get Your Concealed Carry Permit Today

Apr 15, 2021 | Carry Concealed Permit

Concealed carry is the practice of carrying a weapon such as a handgun in public in a concealed manner. It can be on one’s person or in...

Improve Your Career Outlook By Becoming a Certified Armed Security Guard

Mar 7, 2021 | Security Training

Are you currently an unarmed security guard? Why should you become certified to become an armed guard? If there’s a pecking order among...

How to Select the Right Security Training Course

Feb 17, 2021 | Security Training

Are you thinking about becoming a security officer? Are you already a security professional but want to take more training courses to...

Reasons to Take a Handcuffing Class

Jan 21, 2021 | Handcuffing Classes, Security Training

If you’re a security officer, you should know about the proper use of restraint/control devices such as handcuffs, batons and pepper...

Looking for a Second Job? Consider a Career in Security

Dec 19, 2020 | Blog

Security Training Center of Chicago can help you train to become a security officer or guard. If you’re looking for a “second job” to...

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