PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AT ACHATES
Our Officers are required to complete over 110 hours of training, including 40 hours of coursework required by the State of California, Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS).
All officers are responsible for completing their own coursework as required by BSIS, including 40 hours for new guards and 8 hours per year for guards who received their Guard Card prior to June, 2004.
SECURITY OFFICER BASIC TRAINING HOURS
All officers are also required to complete the following Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) BASIC TRAINING courses within six months from date of employment.
FEMA COURSES REQUIRED
All officers who have completed Security Officer Basic Training and FEMA Basic Training are encouraged to complete additional training through our Security Officer Continuing Education program.
Officers who have successfully completed and excelled in Security Officer Basic Training and FEMA Basic Training may become eligible to begin Patrol/Supervisor Advance Training. Candidates are required to complete all Patrol/Supervisor Advance Training coursework before advancement to Patrol/Supervisor status.
Achates Security Officers are encouraged to participate in classes offered to obtain POST certification. Successful completion of all three classes satisfies the curriculum requirements of the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) and Penal Code 832.6 for Module B, Level II, Reserve Officer.
ADJ 102 PC832 Arrest and Firearms ADJ 106 Level II Reserve Officer A ADJ 107 Level II Reserve Officer B
Officers who successfully pass all three classes while employed with Achates and present proof of completion will be reimbursed for the tuition fee associated with these courses.