Who it is for
Currently registered security guards who need to satisfy their mandatory annual in-service requirement.
Unarmed security guard training
NYS 8-Hour
Annual In-Service Training
New York State requires an 8-hour annual in-service course each calendar year you hold a security guard registration, unless an exemption applies.
Refresh the skills that support sound judgment, clear communication, and professional security work.
Built for the real job
What the NYS 8-hour annual in-service course covers
Annual in-service is not about sitting through another generic slide deck. It is a structured reset for the skills and decisions security professionals rely on every shift.
- 01
Legal updates
Stay current on the rules, responsibilities, and boundaries that shape professional security work in New York.
- 02
Emergency response
Rehearse the calm, coordinated response that helps protect people, preserve information, and support first responders.
- 03
De-escalation & communication
Build practical communication habits for managing tension early and keeping situations from becoming incidents.
- 04
Report writing & best practices
Sharpen the documentation and decision-making standards that make your work more credible, useful, and defensible.
Know where you stand
Clear purpose. Clear outcome.
This course is designed for registered guards who need to meet a mandatory annual requirement while keeping their professional edge.
How often it is required
Complete one 8-hour annual in-service course each calendar year you hold a registration; two courses are required during a two-year registration period, unless exempt.
What you receive
Course completion documentation for your training record and registration renewal.
Why C&G Solutions
Why train with C&G Solutions?
Our instructors bring law-enforcement authority and real-world perspective into a course that respects your time and your responsibility.
Retired NYPD instructors
Learn from Retired NYPD Firearms & Tactics Instructors with experience that cannot be faked or fast-tracked.
Real-world relevance
Translate the material into sound judgment, professional presence, and better decisions on the job.
Small classes
More room for questions, discussion, and instruction that feels personal instead of mass-produced.
Sharp year after year
Use the annual requirement as a reset: current, compliant, and ready for the next shift.
Course at a glance
8-hour annual in-service training in Oceanside, NY
A focused format, a professional setting, and a clear path to completing your annual requirement.
Duration8 hoursAnnual in-service course format
PrerequisitesActive security guard registrationFor currently registered guards
Default locationMariners Cove3615 Oceanside Road, Oceanside, NY
Common questions
NYS annual in-service training FAQs
Who needs this course?
Security guards holding a NYS registration generally need the 8-hour annual in-service course. Some former police and peace officers may qualify for exemptions; check your status with NYS.
How often is training required?
NYS requires the 8-hour annual in-service course each calendar year you hold a security guard registration. A two-year registration period generally requires two course completions.
When is my first annual course due?
NYS DCJS says the first annual in-service course is due within 12 calendar months of completing the 16-hour on-the-job training course, then annually thereafter.
Is the armed annual firearms course included?
No. Armed guards have a separate 8-hour annual firearms training requirement in addition to annual in-service training.
For exemptions and renewal rules, review the NYS Department of State training requirements and the DCJS training FAQ.
Course inquiries
Ready for your annual security guard training?
Contact C&G Solutions for current class dates, availability, and enrollment details.
