Ontario Security Testing
Please be aware that the information provided below is based on data from the organization's website as of August 2023. For the current information, please visit http://www.ontariosecuritytesting.ca
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Online Availability of Security Exam The Security Guard and Private Investigator tests are now accessible online in a written, multiple-choice format, consisting of 60 questions. Each test appointment lasts for 2 hours, with 75 minutes allocated for completing the test.
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Fees: The License Test Fee is $35.00, and an additional 13% HST brings the total to $39.55.
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Test Results: Provided within 5 business days after completing the exam.
All test bookings must be made in advance, either through the website or by contacting the call center.
Eligibility Criteria
To ensure you comply with the testing requirements, please consider the following guidelines:
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Successfully complete the mandatory training with an MCSCS-approved training entity, and obtain an Ontario testing completion number (TCN) from your training provider.
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If you aim to acquire both a security guard and private investigator license, you must schedule and prepay for each test separately. You cannot complete multiple tests in one session. Typically, candidates pursuing a dual license complete the security guard and private investigator tests on different days.
Cancellation Policy
Examinations cannot be canceled or rescheduled. Once you book an examination appointment, it is final, and the associated fees are non-refundable under any circumstances.
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In certain situations, Serco Canada Inc. may have to cancel a test session due to inclement weather, a natural disaster, or a localized emergency. Rest assured, all scheduled candidates will receive immediate alerts regarding any session cancellations.
For information about the regulation introducing the testing requirement, please contact the Private Security and Investigative Services Branch of the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services at 416 212-1650, toll-free 1-866-767-7454, or visit their website at www.ontario.ca/private-security.
Contact Info
To speak with a customer service representative, call 1-866-248-2555 between 8:30 am and 5:00 pm.
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Serco DES Inc. (SGT)
5000 Yonge Street, Ste 1402
Toronto, ON M2N 7E9 Canada
With a valid Ontario Private Security License, you open doors to a range of exciting job opportunities in the security industry.
Here are some of the positions you can qualify for:
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Airport Security
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Mall Security
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Close Protection
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Night Club or Bar "bouncer"
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Loss Prevention Security
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Residential Concierge
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Special Event Security
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Mobile Patrol
Obtaining your security licence not only enhances your career prospects but also allows you to explore diverse roles in various sectors. Expand your horizons and take advantage of the wide array of job possibilities that await you with a valid Ontario security licence.