Unarmed private security providers must be:
At least 18 years of age; and
Must have earned one of the following:
A high school diploma; a General Education Development (GED) certificate; or a four-year, post-secondary degree issued by an accredited degree-granting college or university.
Be of good moral fitness as determined by a criminal background check, department investigation, or other reliable sources. A lack of good moral fitness includes, but is not limited to, mandatory and discretionary disqualifying misconduct as described in OAR 259-060-0300.
Security professionals must demonstrate the core values of:
Honesty
Good Character
Public Trust
Fair Treatment of Others
Respect for the Laws of this State and Nation
Note that the DPSST requires that all training must be delivered in English and assessments and written exams must be completed in English, without assistance.
Please review the Background Check Information page to review mandatory and discretionary disqualifiers prior to applying for certification or licensure.
Prerequisites: None
Duration: 14 Hours
Cost: $200