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Developed in collaboration with Manitoba's Department of Justice Private Investigators and Security Guards Program, this course is based on the Manitoba Security Guard Training Program Participant's Manual. It provides a comprehensive overview of all the important areas needed to enter this industry and is Registrar approved.
The Registrar at the Manitoba Private Investigators and Security Guards Program recognizes PSKN as an approved training provider of the Manitoba Security Guard Training Program (MSGTP) under The Private Investigators and Security Guards Act (Regulation 164/2010).
This online course is delivered in ten modules and meets all government training requirements. Learning areas include:
- General Duties and Responsibilities
- Professionalism
- You and the Law
- Patrolling
- Writing Notes and Reports
- Bomb Threats
- Access Control and Alarm Systems
- Traffic Control
- Fire
- Working Safely
For the full list of modules and associated learning objectives, please see BST - Manitoba Security Guard Training Program: Modules and Learning Objectives.
Designed to help you pass the provincial exam and earn your security guard certificate, this course will increase knowledge about the duties and responsibilities of a security professional and build the confidence needed to meet the challenges of the workplace. This course is written in plain language, and it has a number of study aids to help you learn the material including:
- Pre-tests
- Glossaries
- Study Tips
- Unit Summaries
- Practice Tests
Provincial Exam Information
In addition to this training, candidates must also successfully complete a provincially mandated exam delivered in an online format and in a professionally proctored setting to acquire a private security guard license.
There is no additional fee for the first exam, fees will be applied if you need to rewrite. Choose to take your exam online through eProctor Canada by registering through eProctor Canada's website.
Additional information about license applications and testing is available at Government of Manitoba Website.
Target Audience
This course is designed for individuals who are pursuing a career in Manitoba's private security industry. It may also serve as a useful refresher for experienced security professionals.
$200 (includes provincial exam fee)Length
Equivalent to 40 classroom hoursLanguage
English