Security Guard Exam Prep / Maine
Security Guard — ME
How to Get Your Security Guard License in Maine
To become a licensed security guard in Maine, you need Not mandated statewide hours of state-approved training, pass the None statewide (training at employer discretion) exam, and complete a background check through No individual license — contract security companies licensed by the Maine State Police. Here's everything you need to know.
License Details
- Licensing Body
- No individual license — contract security companies licensed by the Maine State Police
- Exam Provider
- None statewide (training at employer discretion)
- Training Hours
- Not mandated statewide hours
- Passing Score
- N/A
- Exam Fee
- N/A (individual)
- Background Check
- Required (fingerprint via employer)
Note: Always verify current requirements with No individual license — contract security companies licensed by the Maine State Police.
Maine Security Guard Notes
Maine does not license or mandate training for individual security guards. The Maine State Police license contract security companies, which must register each employee (photo plus fingerprint background check). Training is left to the discretion of the employer; there is no statewide exam.
How to Get Your Security Guard License in Maine
- 1
Complete required training
Maine requires Not mandated statewide hours of state-approved security guard training covering legal powers, emergency procedures, report writing, and patrol techniques.
- 2
Pass the written exam
None statewide (training at employer discretion) administers the security guard exam with a N/A passing score. Exam fee is N/A (individual).
- 3
Complete a background check
Required (fingerprint via employer) is required. Felony convictions typically disqualify applicants. Processing time varies by state.
- 4
Submit your license application
Apply to No individual license — contract security companies licensed by the Maine State Police with your training certificate, exam results, and background check clearance.
- 5
Maintain your license
Security guard licenses typically renew every 1–2 years. Many states require continuing education for renewal. Armed guard endorsements require separate firearms training and qualification.
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