Security Guard Exam Prep / Mississippi
Security Guard — MS
How to Get Your Security Guard License in Mississippi
To become a licensed security guard in Mississippi, you need Not mandated statewide hours of state-approved training, pass the None statewide exam, and complete a background check through No statewide license (some cities permit locally). Here's everything you need to know.
License Details
- Licensing Body
- No statewide license (some cities permit locally)
- Exam Provider
- None statewide
- Training Hours
- Not mandated statewide hours
- Passing Score
- N/A
- Exam Fee
- N/A statewide
- Background Check
- Employer/local (varies)
Note: Always verify current requirements with No statewide license (some cities permit locally).
Mississippi Security Guard Notes
Mississippi has NO statewide licensing requirement for security guards. Some cities impose their own permitting for work within their limits, and employers set their own training. Armed guards remain subject to general firearms law. Verify any local requirements where you will work.
How to Get Your Security Guard License in Mississippi
- 1
Complete required training
Mississippi 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 administers the security guard exam with a N/A passing score. Exam fee is N/A statewide.
- 3
Complete a background check
Employer/local (varies) is required. Felony convictions typically disqualify applicants. Processing time varies by state.
- 4
Submit your license application
Apply to No statewide license (some cities permit locally) 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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