Private Security and Loss Prevention Certificate

Career Certificate
Cost
$2,937*

Protect people and property

Help organizations provide a safe space for customers and employees. Shield property from theft, vandalism and criminal activity. Perform security checks and monitor situations to protect people and property.

Study Private Security and Loss Prevention and learn:

  • How to write detailed reports
  • Techniques for interviewing people
  • Basic methods of investigation
  • Interpersonal communication skills

You’ll gain knowledge to begin a career in private security and loss prevention. If already working in this field, you’ll develop expertise to help you advance in your job.

What can you do with a certificate in Private Security and Loss Prevention?

With this certificate, you can get an entry level job in private security and loss prevention. Then move into a supervisory role managing a team as you gain experience. Or develop your expertise in a specific area, like gaming surveillance for casinos.

Right away you can start work as a

  • Security officer
  • Loss prevention officer
  • Asset protection associate

Highlights

  • Career Certificate

    Earn a career certificate in 1 year or less to refine your skills into an in-demand career.
  • Program Length: 4 Months

    Full-time students finish in 4 months.
  • Financial Aid/Scholarships Available

    Based on need and/or achievement. Explore ways to pay for college.

Career Outlook

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Your CCN guides you through the admission process, helps you choose your academic program, enroll in classes and connect you with resources.

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Recommended Pathway

This pathway serves as a guide for students to complete the degree or certificate assuming full-time enrollment (registered in 12 or more credit hours per semester) with Semester 1 typically representing a Fall term. Students are strongly encouraged to meet with their College and Career Navigator (CCN) to identify coursework that will meet degree requirements based on individual academic goals. For a more inclusive list of course options, see the college catalog.

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  • Credit for prior learning available
  • Dual credit options available
  • Global citizenship
  • Online/Virtual options available
  • Course Code Course Title Credits Course Highlights
    CRJ 121 3
    CRJ 122 3
    CRJ 125 3
    CRJ 130 3
    CRJ 219 3
    • Course Code CRJ 121
      Course Title
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code CRJ 122
      Course Title
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code CRJ 125
      Course Title
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code CRJ 130
      Course Title
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights
    • Course Code CRJ 219
      Course Title
      Credits 3
      Course Highlights

Total Credit Hours

15

*Cost is estimated based on recommended pathway credit hours. This includes in-district tuition and other fees, such as books and materials before financial aid is applied, as well as grants, loans or scholarships. There are many opportunities for financial assistance at CLC. Learn more about Cost of Attendance.




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