OST is ideal for working security officers who wish
to enhance their professional experience. Building
upon the OBT level of training and the 40 hours of
Basic Protection Officer course work and an additional
5-7 hours of training customized for specialty area.
The instruction develops the existing knowledge base
by providing a standard approach to the numerous tasks
required of the security practitioner. The information
presented is taken from time proven, safe methods
and ensures officers have the professional skills
to carry out the important mission of protecting people,
property, and information. This career track covers
a diversity of topics in a user-friendly format. The
courses are delivered online.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Basic
Protection Officer course and the Officer Basic Training
Program or Basic Protection Officer course and three
months full time protection experience (or equivalent
law enforcement/military experience)
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Homeland Security Specialty
Program
The Homeland Security Specialist track is
designed to meet the training needs of professional
security officers, especially for anyone seeking
to increase their awareness and understanding
of the threat to our homeland.
Physical Security Specialty
Program
The Physical Security Specialist track is
recommended for contract and proprietary protection
officers seeking understanding and awareness
of physical security concepts such as planning
and conducting surveys, security plans, and
access control measures.
Public Events Specialty
Program
The Public Events Specialist track characterizes
the challenges officers must consider in the
areas of security, terrorism and critical
incident management.
Retail Loss Prevention
Specialty Program
The Retail Loss Prevention Specialist track
addresses the challenging protective functions
that expose an officer to physical risks and
legal liability in retail security.
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