The #1 Resource for Security Officer Training
Get your security training or continuing education at your convenience and on your schedule. Whether you need your initial security training or continuing education, we offer a variety of courses for security officers.
Keep your skills sharp. Stay on top of your game. Meet state training requirements.
Unarmed Security Training
Start your career today with our online Illinois basic security officer training.
Armed Security Training
Take the next step in your security career with an armed security license.
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We make it easy for security officers to stay in the know. Whether you’re looking to get licensed or looking for continuing education, we’re here to help you in your security career. Choose a free account to get started learning today, or choose a premium account to gain access to all online courses.
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Online Security Officer Training
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Master Your Illinois Security Career on Your Own Schedule
Finding the time for professional development shouldn’t be a secondary job. At the Academy of Security Training, we specialize in Illinois security officer training designed for the modern professional. Whether you are a newcomer looking for your first 20-hour unarmed security training or a veteran officer needing the required 8-hour annual refresher, our platform gives you total flexibility. No more sitting in a cramped classroom all weekend—learn at your own pace, from any device, and get the certification you need to stay compliant.
Navigating Illinois PERC Card Requirements Simplified
We know that figuring out how to get a PERC card in Illinois can feel like a maze of state regulations and paperwork. Our courses are built specifically to meet Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) standards, ensuring you learn exactly what is required by law. From basic de-escalation and legal training to specialized armed supplemental courses, we provide the “lifetime access” advantage. Once you pay for a course, it’s yours forever—perfect for brushing up on your skills whenever you need.
Flexible Training for Every Budget
Security officers keep Illinois safe, and we believe training should be accessible to everyone who wears the badge. That’s why we offer a Freemium Membership for those who prefer to pay as they go, alongside our Premium Unlimited Plan for security agencies and officers who want everything we offer for one low price. Start your journey today with our free security training options and see why we are the #1 resource for Illinois security professionals.
Continuing Education Training for Security Officers
We make staying compliant with your Illinois Annual Refresher Training Easy and affordable!
Unarmed Refresher Training
Complete your unarmed refresher training online and choose from a wide variety of topics.
Armed Refresher Training
Sign up for an advanced firearm training class and keep your armed security license valid and active.
CPR Recertifications
CPR certifications are valid for two years. Sign up for in-person CPR training to keep your certification.
Each year, Illinois security officers are required to complete continuing education or ‘refresher’ training, and their employers must keep a copy of this training in their records. We make compliance with the law simple and straightforward. We have a wide variety of topics to choose from in our 8-hour security refresher. There are multiple firearm training courses to choose from for your armed refresher. When you need to get recertified in your CPR training, we offer Red Cross certified training classes.
Contact the Academy of Security Training
Confused about your next step? Not sure which training is right for you? Would you like to schedule private training for your church or agency? Let’s us cut through the clutter. Contact us and we’ll be glad to walk you through your next steps.