Phase I — Foundational Knowledge

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What we will cover:

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• Introduction to the Oklahoma Security Guard & Private Investigator Act – interpreting legal authority, powers, and limitations of a security guard. 

• Writing field notes and reports — how to document incidents, observations, etc. 

• Basic fire safety and use of fire extinguishers.

• First aid / emergency response basics.

• Professional conduct, ethics, public relations (some schools include this early).

• Age and eligibility requirements: you must be at least 18 years old to become an unarmed security guard in Oklahoma.

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Approximate length: ~20 hours 

Outcome: You gain the baseline knowledge required for licensing — you’ll move on to Phase II with a stronger understanding of what your role entails.

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Phase II — Applied Skills & Role of the Security Guard

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What we will cover:

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• Public relations and communications: interacting professionally with clients, the public, law enforcement, etc.

• Fixed-post duties, patrolling, and mobile security tasks: what a security guard actually does on the job. 

• Incident investigation and reporting: identifying security incidents, gathering information, writing follow-up. 

• Terrorism awareness / security mindset: understanding threats, preventative posture.

• Review of legal limitations in practice: again about powers and boundaries but in applied settings.

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Approximate length: ~20 hours (to bring the total of Phase I + II to ~40 hours)

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What to Expect Logistically

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• Pre-requisites: must meet minimum age (18+), have no felony convictions (or other disqualifiers) in many cases. 

• After completing the training you’ll test for your license via CLEET’s private security division. One provider notes that completion of Phases I & II allows you to test for the unarmed security guard license.

• Once licensed, continuing education is required to renew: For security guards, minimum 8 hours of approved continuing education during the licensing period. 

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Why it Matters

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• Completing these phases ensures you meet state-mandated training standards and are eligible for employment as a licensed security guard.

• The training arms you with knowledge not just of “what you’ll do” but “what you legally can and cannot do,” which is crucial in managing liability and performing responsibly.

• Employers will expect you to have this license and training in place before hiring you for roles that require state licensure.