Alberta Security Guard Training (ABST)
Complete your certification and start working quickly.
What You Get
Everything you need to walk into your security worker licence application with confidence.
40 Hour Certified Course
Full provincial curriculum delivered in class by certified instructors.
Alberta Compliant
Every module aligned with current Alberta Solicitor General requirements.
Exam Preparation
Practice questions, review sessions, and direct instructor support before the final exam.
Alberta Licensing Requirements
To enrol in the ABST course and apply for your security worker licence, you must meet all of the following provincial requirements.
18 Years of Age
You must be at least 18 years old at the time of application.
Canadian Citizen or Legally Entitled to Work
Citizens, permanent residents, or holders of valid Canadian work authorization.
Fluent in English (Benchmark Level 5)
Canadian Language Benchmark Level 5 or equivalent in listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
Clear Police Information Check
A current criminal record check with no disqualifying offences.
What You Will Learn
The 40 hour curriculum is built around the eight core competencies the Alberta Solicitor General requires for security worker certification.
Role of the Security Professional
Industry standards, professional conduct, and the boundaries of a security worker’s authority.
Federal & Provincial Legislation
The Criminal Code of Canada, Alberta security laws, and the legal framework you operate within.
Basic Patrol Duties
Foot and mobile patrol procedures, access control, and incident response on site.
Communication Skills
Verbal de escalation, radio protocol, and professional interaction with the public.
Note Taking & Reporting
Accurate incident documentation, courtroom ready notes, and report writing standards.
Emergency Response
Fire, medical, and evacuation procedures. How to act first and call the right people fast.
Use of Force Theory
Legal authority, the force continuum, and when intervention is and is not appropriate.
Health & Safety
Personal protective equipment, occupational hazards, and on the job safety standards.
Final Examination
Provincial exam covering all modules. Pass to qualify for your licence application.
Limited Seats Available
Class sizes are kept small for direct instructor attention. Call now to reserve your spot in the next ABST cohort.
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