Security Guard Training: Pat Downs and Bag Search

Are you interested in becoming a body guard or bouncer? Pat downs are a necessary skill to ensure proper access control. Learn how to find weapons in addition to other prohibited items concealed within a person's clothing and bags. This course provides you with easy to understand videos and instructions on how to complete a non-invasive pat-down.
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  • 1 hour course

    Skill-based, hands-on learning

    • 6 Modules

      Includes a knowledge check
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    CPR and First Aid training is so important because it teaches you how to protect yourself before you rush into a potentially dangerous situation.
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    Jann Kang

    I want to become a security guard and for that Emergency First Aid and CPR Level C is essential. I searched google and the first thing that came up was Flex Point Academy.  Our instructor was very good. He listened to all of our questions.
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    Ahmed Sheikh

    I came here to complete my first aid and CPR and security guard training because I would like to be a security guard. It was actually very easy, the administration was very nice and talked me through everything. They helped me in difficult situations and helped me to understand what I need to do.
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    Mamoud Fahmy

    I'd like to be a security guard. The course was very smooth, the information wasn't that complicated. The instructor was very friendly, helpful and communicated well.
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    Mohammed Asif

    I'm an international student in Canada. I got my first aid and CPR certificate through FPA. It was really nice, the instructor was good and very professional. It's good training too because you can use at home if there is an emergency to help protect your neighborhood.
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    Chris Penn

    I took this course to learn CPR and first aid. If any critical situations come about we can assist and help out. The process has been excellent. The team guided us with tips and the course was laid out perfectly and answered all questions.
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    Quadri Bello

    I got the security and CPR courses here because it is required to become a security guard in Ontario. I felt the price was quite reasonable because I got the bundle discount. The staff guided me through the process and that guidance made it so much easier for me. The instructor took their time to make sure I understood all the concepts too.
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    Students who take our courses are consistently impressed with the quality of the course material, ease of accessibility, wealth of knowledge from our instructors and customer service that they receive.

    Janpreet Kaur
    I want to become a security guard and for that Emergency First Aid and CPR Level C is essential. I searched google and the first thing that came up was Flex Point Academy. Our instructor was very good. He listened to all of our questions.
    Chris Penn
    I took this course to learn CPR and first aid. If any critical situations come about we can assist and help out. The process has been excellent. The team guided us with tips and the course was laid out perfectly and answered all questions.
    Mahmoud Fahmy
    I'd like to be a security guard. The course was very smooth, the information wasn't that complicated. The instructor was very friendly, helpful and communicated well.

    Mohd Asif
    I'm an international student in Canada. I got my first aid and CPR certificate through FPA. It was really nice, the instructor was good and very professional. It's good training too because you can use at home if there is an emergency to help protect your neighborhood.
    Ahmed Sheikh
    I came here to complete my first aid and CPR and security guard training because I would like to be a security guard. It was actually very easy, the administration was very nice and talked me through everything. They helped me in difficult situations and helped me to understand what I need to do.
    Soumen Mazumder
    I want to be a social worker. I took Emergency first aid and CPR not just to get a job, but I'm a sports guy and I go to the gym, I like to play soccer. If I see someone injured I can assist them. The staff are way nice and guided me through everything. 
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    Our instructors are experts from all walks of life including the security, fire safety, traffic control, first aid and CPR industries.

    Jason Brathwaite
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    Noah Matt
    Training Coordinator

    Mohammed Hassan
    First Aid and CPR Instructor

    Kennedy Kao

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    Harshdeep Kaur
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    Sebastian Jakiela
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