BSP Training in Montreal

Get your security guard permit in Quebec

To work as a security guard in Quebec, the law requires a permit issued by the Bureau de la sécurité privée (BSP). To obtain it, you must complete a recognized training program made up of 54 hours of security guard training plus a separate 16-hour first aid and CPR course. IGS Academy, recognized by the Ministry of Public Security, offers this training in Montreal — and we assist our students with their BSP permit application.

BSP Training Price

No additional taxes · Installment payments available

$475

no taxes — all inclusive, including First Aid Certification approved by CNESST

$200
Deposit upon registration
$275
Balance at the end of the training

Already hold a valid, compliant and equivalent first aid certification? A discount of $128 (no tax) applies upon presentation of your certification, and you do not need to retake the 16-hour first aid and CPR course.

The training required by the BSP: 54 hours + 16 hours

Security module — 54 hours

Theory course mandatory under the Private Security Act: the environment, the laws, the functions, prevention and emergency procedures.

First aid module — 16 hours

Workplace first aid course mandatory according to the BSP: first aid, CPR level A+ (infant level C optional), AED and anaphylactic care. Approved by CNESST.

Classes available during the day (2 weeks), in the evening (3 weeks) and on weekends (4 weeks) — in English and French. Online guard training, in French, will be available soon.

How to get your BSP permit in 4 steps

1

Register for the training

Reserve your spot online with a $200 deposit, or register in person at 5165 Chemin Queen Mary, Suite 512 (Snowdon Metro).

2

Complete the two modules

Take the security module (54 hrs) and the first aid and CPR module (16 hrs) on the schedule that suits you: day, evening or weekend. If you already hold a valid, compliant and equivalent first aid certification, you do not need to retake the 16-hour module.

3

Receive your certifications

At the end of the training you receive your attestation of completion along with your CNESST-approved First Aid certification.

4

Apply to the BSP

Submit your security guard permit application to the Bureau de la sécurité privée. We assist our students with this process. See the BSP’s official list of required training.

Why take your BSP training at IGS Academy

A recognized training

Recognized by the Quebec Ministry of Public Security and the BSP, compliant with CNESST requirements.

An affordable cost

$475 with no taxes, all inclusive. $200 deposit and the balance payable at the end of the training.

Flexible schedules

Day, evening and weekend classes, in English and French, in the heart of Montreal.

BSP application support

We assist our students with their BSP permit application, as well as with resume support and job opportunities.

Frequently asked questions about BSP training

What is the BSP?
The Bureau de la sécurité privée (BSP) is the organization that issues security guard permits in Quebec. To obtain your permit, you must complete a recognized training program: 54 hours of security guard training plus a separate 16-hour first aid and CPR course.
How much does the BSP training cost?
$475 with no taxes, all inclusive: a $200 deposit upon registration and a $275 balance payable at the end of the training. The price includes First Aid Certification approved by CNESST. A discount of $128 (no tax) applies if you already hold a valid, compliant and equivalent first aid certification.
How long is the BSP training?
Two separate parts: 54 hours of security guard training and a separate 16-hour first aid and CPR course. If you already hold a valid, compliant and equivalent first aid certification, you do not need to retake the 16-hour course. Three formats are available: 2 weeks during the day (8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday), 3 weeks in the evening (5 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Monday to Thursday) or 4 weeks on weekends (9 a.m. to 7 p.m.).
Is the BSP training available online?
Classes are held in person in Montreal, at 5165 Chemin Queen Mary, Suite 512 (Snowdon Metro). Online guard training, in French, will be available soon.
Is the training recognized by the BSP?
Yes. Our training is recognized by the Quebec Ministry of Public Security and meets BSP requirements, including the 16-hour CNESST first aid certification.
Do you help with the BSP permit application?
Yes. Graduates can apply for their security guard permit with the BSP after their training, and we assist our students with this process.

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Have a question about the BSP training? Fill out the form and our team will get back to you quickly. For immediate assistance, call us at 514 966-5449.

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