Security and Protective Services
Training Programs > Homeland Security

Security and Protective Services

Potential earnings range:
$27,664-$52,853*
Per year after graduation

Are you interested in the security field and have good communication skills? Are you honest and have a strong ability to serve clients’ needs? 

Then you may be a good fit for Job Corps’ Security and Protective Services training program. 

On the job, you will ...

  • Protect and enforce rules on the property 

  • Deter criminal activity 

  • Monitor alarms or surveillance cameras 

  • Conduct security checks at assigned patrol area 

Some of the career options you will have ...

Security and Protective Services graduates often go on to work for private security companies that contract with businesses requiring secure facilities. Security personnel provide surveillance around the clock by working in eight-hour shifts or longer with rotating schedules. This job often requires working nights and weekends, with part-time and full-time opportunities. 

Students should also consider pursuing Advanced Security and Protective Services at Job Corps as part of their career pathway. 

The credentials you will earn ... 

As a Job Corps student, you will have the opportunity to earn credentials in your training area that may lead to greater employment opportunities, higher wages and promotions.  

Students should also earn a state-issued learner’s permit and driver’s license upon completion of the program. 

What you’ll need to start training ...

  • Be at least 18 years old 

  • Have a clean criminal record 

  • Have a high school diploma or equivalent (can be earned at all Job Corps centers) 

  • Completion of all introductory and career preparation courses 

  • Passing scores on all written and performance tests 

  • Meet academic (math and reading) requirements 

  • Compliance with state requirements that may involve a criminal background check, and completion of a training program meeting federal content requirements 

* Salary information comes from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics Program and is provided for planning purposes only. Actual salary will depend on student skill level, credentials earned, experience level and location.

Need help meeting one or more of these requirements?

Don’t worry! At Gadsden Job Corps Center, our staff will help you along your journey to make sure you have all the tools and resources you need to check those boxes and start your training.

 

(Training School License Number for Texas Job Corps Centers: F01063)

Meet your instructors

Meet your instructors

Trevia English
Trevia English is the Security II instructor at Gadsden Job Corps Center. She brings more than 10 years of experience in security services and an educational background in criminal justice and political science to her current role. Trevia instructs students in multiple disciplines, from basic policing terms to private escort training, event protection and more. She enjoys guiding students to earn employment in both the public and private sectors, including homeland security, loss prevention, corrections and policing.
Akiel Ray
Akiel Ray is the Security I instructor at Gadsden Job Corps Center. Akiel Ray specializes in connecting students with job and military recruiters to help them pursue their dreams. She earned a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice and a minor in behavioral health. Akiel has experience working in corrections, rehabilitation and loss prevention facilities.