OSOS Security Services Blog

Guides, tips, and resources to help you get and keep your California security guard card.

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New Applicants Updated April 2026 · 8 min read

How to Get Your California Security Guard Card

A complete step-by-step guide for new applicants — BSIS requirements, training courses, Live Scan fingerprinting, and what to expect during the application process.

Read the guide → Covers: 8-Hour Course · 32-Hour Training · Live Scan · BSIS Application
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Renewal Updated April 2026 · 7 min read

How to Renew Your California Security Guard Card

Everything you need to know to renew before your card expires — the 16-hour BSIS refresher requirement, deadlines, how to submit through BreEZe, and what happens if your card lapses.

Read the guide → Covers: 16-Hour Requirement · Refresher Course · BreEZe Renewal · Deadlines

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