From fire systems to networks to lead-based paint abatement — even operations and financial management — security professionals have a wide range of training options from which to choose.
With technology evolving rapidly, it’s critical for security professionals to keep their skills and knowledge base up-to-date. Fortunately, a wide range of training options are available to them — often at little or no cost.
Sometimes security industry training needs are driven by state licensing requirements. Some states require a certain number of classroom hours or certain certifications for technicians to be licensed to perform certain types of work. The Electronic Security Association’s National Training School, for example, has a long history of providing classroom training about alarm system installation, maintenance and troubleshooting that is recognized by many state associations. On the fire system side, some states require technicians who are working on fire systems to be certified by the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies — and organizations such as Las Vegas-based National Training Center offer classes aimed at preparing technicians to take and pass the NICET test.