Our Texas security guard courses online let you complete classroom coursework around your existing responsibilities. Choose an individual course or combine your training in a package that matches your career plans.
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Online Level II Course
The Level II Security Officer course is the training required to work as an unarmed security officer in Texas. Take our 6-hour online course, receive your certificate as soon as you pass, and apply for your license online through TOPS. You’ll also complete a quick fingerprint appointment for your background check. Once your license is issued, you can start working for a licensed security company. No in-person training is required.
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Online Level III Course (Pt1)
The Level III Security Officer course is the training required to work as an armed (commissioned) security officer in Texas.
Before enrolling, you’ll need your Level II certificate. You’ll complete the classroom portion of our Level III course online at your own pace, then enroll and attend an in-person range day for your firearms qualification which is not included in this Pt1 .
After you pass, you’ll receive your Level III certificate and can apply for your commission through TOPS. You’ll also need to complete a fingerprint appointment and submit a psychological evaluation form. We’ll walk you through each step. When your commission is issued, you can begin working as an armed security officer for a licensed security company.
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The Gateway Combo Course
What is included in The Gateway Combo Course ?
- Texas Online Level 2 Security Class
- Texas Level 3 Security Class Part 1
Gateway combo is a practical option for students who want to plan both training stages together instead of purchasing them individually.
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Online (OC) Pepper Spray Course (Pt1)
Our OC pepper spray course is designed for Texas security officers who hold a Level III certification and want to carry OC spray on duty. You’ll complete the classroom portion online at your own pace, learning when pepper spray is legally and appropriately used, how to deploy it safely and effectively, how to help someone who has been exposed, and how to properly report its use. After finishing the online portion, you’ll have to enroll and attend a seperate short in-person practical session to demonstrate your skills. Once you pass, you’ll receive your certificate to show your employer.
Already have an OC certification? If you hold an older OC certification, you’ll need to complete this updated course to stay current.
*After completing Part 1, you’ll have to register for the in-person Part 2 in-person class.*
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The LaunchPad Combo Course
What is included in the Security Career LaunchPad?
- Texas Online Level 2 Security Class
- Texas Level 3 Security Class Part 1
- Texas OC (Pepper Spray) Class Part 1
Launchpad Combo is a practical option for students who want to plan multiple training stages together instead of purchasing them individually.
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Level III Recertification Course (Pt1)
If you already hold a Security Officer Commission, this is the part 1 of 2 course that keeps it current. It is built for officers who have done this before. It moves quickly, skips the entry-level material, and focuses on what has changed and what people get wrong in the field.
Continuing education for commissioned officers is governed by 37 TAC §35.161. Check the expiration date printed on your own commission and start this well before it. Letting a commission lapse is a far bigger problem than renewing it.
*You must also attend an in-person Part 2 covering defensive tactics, firearms handling and the firearms proficiency requalification on the range. That session is booked separately not included in Part one. *