State license required
How to become a security guard in Vermont
Last reviewed August 28, 2026 · Regulator: Vermont Office of Professional Regulation (Secretary of State)
Vermont has two tiers: Registered Security Employees work for a licensed agency after completing an approved training program, while fully Licensed Security Guards need 40 hours of approved training, a state exam, and two years of experience to practice independently.
At a glance
Steps to get started
- Get hired by a licensed Vermont security agency and complete its Director-approved training program (Registered Security Employee).
- Pass the Vermont Crime Information Center and FBI fingerprint background checks.
- To practice independently later, complete 40 hours of approved training, pass the state exam, and document 2+ years of experience (Licensed Security Guard).
- Renew by May 31 of odd-numbered years with current CPR certification.
Registered Security Employee: Requires completing a Director-approved agency training program; renewals fall on May 31 of odd-numbered years and require current CPR certification.
Licensed Security Guard: Requires 40 hours of approved training, the state jurisprudence exam, and 2+ years of security or law-enforcement experience.
Working armed in Vermont
Armed designations (registered or licensed) require firearms training with a Vermont-licensed instructor, a completed instructor verification form, and firearms recertification at renewal.
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