How to Become an Unarmed Security Officer in Texas: Step-by-Step Guide
Unarmed Security Officer Training - United States Security Academy (USSA)
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Non-Commissioned (Unarmed) Security Officer
How to Become a Non-Commissioned Security Officer in Texas: Step-by-Step Guide
If you want to start a career in Texas private security, the Non-Commissioned Security Officer license, known as the Level II registration, is where most officers begin. It authorizes you to work as an unarmed security officer and is the foundation for every other license level.
Texas security licensing is regulated by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Private Security Program. Here is how to get licensed and how to renew.
Note: Requirements change. Confirm current rules with Texas DPS Private Security before applying. Certain peace officers may be exempt from some training requirements.
What does a Non-Commissioned Security Officer do?
Non-commissioned officers observe, deter, and report. Typical posts include retail, offices, apartment communities, construction sites, hospitals, and events.
Training required
The Level II training course and test is about 6 hours. It covers an officer’s roles and responsibilities, legal aspects of security work, communications, and emergency response.
Step-by-step: getting licensed
Confirm you’re eligible. Review DPS’s current age, criminal history, and eligibility requirements before paying for training.
Complete the Level II course and pass the test. Take it from a DPS-licensed school or an approved licensed guard company and keep your certificate of completion.
Get hired by a licensed Texas guard company. Texas requires you to be a W-2 employee of a licensed company before you can work. Your employer sponsors your registration.
Submit your application through the DPS TOPS portal https://tops.portal.texas.gov/psp-self-service/login/auth. Your employer and DPS process it online.
Complete electronic fingerprinting. DPS runs a fingerprint-based FBI background check on all new and renewal applicants.
Wait for approval and your pocket card. Do not perform any security work, paid or unpaid, until DPS approves you and you have your pocket card.
Step-by-step: renewing your license
Track your two-year expiration date and begin renewal early.
Continuing education: Non-commissioned security officers are exempt from continuing education.
Submit your renewal application through DPS and complete the background-check steps.
Carry your current pocket card whenever you’re on duty.
Get your training at the United States Security Academy (USSA)
All of this training and renewal support is available through Deltacon Security’s sister company, United States Security Academy (USSA). USSA and Deltacon Security are both subsidiaries of Deltacon Global Inc.
Veterans train free. Verified veterans receive unarmed security training 100% FREE, plus discounts on other training. Claim the veterans program here.
Texas DPS-licensed instructors in every area of Texas private security:
Level III Firearm Instructor
Level IV Personal Protection Instructor
Continuing Education (CE) Instructor
Alarm Level I Instructor
Contact USSA directly:
Email: info@ussa-academy.com
Phone: 832-260-6092
Courses: Browse USSA courses
Why Deltacon Security leads Texas Private Security
Our training school gives us an advantage most security companies don’t have: a direct pipeline, and in-house Instructors licensed by the Texas Department of Public Safety.
Because our sister company trains to Texas DPS standards and beyond, Deltacon Security puts highly trained, high-caliber professionals on every post. We lead the way.
Ready to Start Your Security Career with Deltacon Security?
Once you have completed the applicable training and obtained your required Texas DPS individual license, consider taking the next step by exploring employment opportunities with Deltacon Security - https://www.deltacon1.com/apply
We are committed to recruiting and developing qualified security professionals who understand that integrity, discipline, professionalism, and accountability are essential to effective security operations.
Whether you are a first-time applicant, an experienced security officer, an aspiring armed security professional, or a military veteran transitioning into civilian employment, we encourage you to explore the opportunities available through Deltacon Global Inc. and its affiliated organizations.
Visit our website to learn more about our security services, training resources, and career opportunities.
Deltacon Security – We Lead the Way!
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Regulatory Disclaimer: The training programs described in this article are intended to support applicants pursuing Texas private security licenses. Successful completion of training does not guarantee license approval. The Texas Department of Public Safety independently determines eligibility and issues individual licenses. Applicants must satisfy all applicable statutory, regulatory, background screening, training, examination, firearm proficiency, and company affiliation requirements. Training availability, veteran eligibility, and tuition discounts are subject to applicable program terms and verification.
This article is general information, not legal advice. Verify current requirements with Texas DPS.
