When can a school begin conducting private security services classes in Virginia?
A school can begin only after they have been issued a private security services training school certification or temporary certification.
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How Do I Apply and Renew an Training School certification?
For information on how to apply, please visit the Training School page.
What type of license/registration/certification must I have?
You must possess a valid certification as a certified training school before you can offer classes. Classes must be taught by instructors certified to instruct in the categories for which the school offers instruction.
Is a training school required to have an assistant director?
No. It is not required by DCJS.
How many assistant training directors can a single school have?
A single school can have four assistant training directors.
What is electronic roster submittal?
Each training director/assistant training director has the authority to submit a training school roster to the DCJS electronically through our on-line system.
What is a certified training school?
A training school that is certified by DCJS for the specific purpose of training private security services business personnel in at least one category of the compulsory minimum training standards.
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