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Security Guard Training Montreal

  • Training recognized by the Bureau de la sécurité privée
  • Over 33 years of experience and 30,000+ agents trained
  • Meets CNESST requirements for a security guard permit
  • Post-training job opportunities and CV support
  • Flexible payment plans
  • Lowest Price in the City – Guaranteed

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Become a BSP-accredited security agent

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Comprehensive Training Programs

IGS Academy offers training programs that cover key topics like security protocols, emergency response, and law enforcement cooperation, all aligned with industry standards.

Affordable Pricing and Financing Option

IGS Academy offers competitive pricing and financing options to make the training accessible.

Availability

Choose between our day, evening and weekend courses. Online courses coming soon.

Commissioner of Oaths

Available on site to authenticate and officially sign all necessary documents, including SSO forms, ensuring compliance with CNESST requirements.

Employment opportunities

Quick start to employment and help with building a solid CV.

Real Success Stories

Listen to what our recent security guard graduates from Montreal have to say

New IGS Academy Courses in Montreal and Laval

Flexible schedule | Spring discounts | Certified instructors | Job-ready training

With over 33 years of experience, IGS Academy offers an intensive security guard training program recognized by the Ministry of Public Security and meets CNESST requirements for obtaining a security guard permit in Quebec. The 16-hour CPR course is included.

Customer Service Training for Guards & Professionals

Our 4-hour Customer Service Training equips you with the skills to deliver exceptional customer experiences. Learn effective communication, problem-solving, and handling challenges confidently to ensure satisfaction and loyalty. Available at our Montreal locations for your convenience.

This program helps security professionals build physical and mental resilience through essential skills in tactics, conditioning, fitness, and defense.

CPR Certification

CPR training is not offered as a standalone course. It is taught alongside other courses within the Academy’s program offerings.

*IGS Academy reserves the right to cancel or postpone any class. In such cases, all registered students will be contacted by our customer service team with further details

Why Choose IGS Academy for Your Security Guard Training and Career Advancement?

  • Credibility and experience (in business since 1990) over 30,000 students successfully trained.

  • Intensive program: complete training including tactics + first aid

  • On-site tactical training INCLUDED

  • Internship / apprenticeship and letter of reference INCLUDED

  • Personalized workshops, tutoring INCLUDED

  • Orientation for INCLUDED students

  • CV: correction and addition of course information INCLUDED

  • On-site commissioner of oaths: prepares and signs SSO forms

  • Employment opportunities after course completion

  • Reference program

  • Flexible payment plan

I took the IGS Academy course and it totally transformed my career. The courses were intensive and extremely rewarding, and the support provided by the teaching team was exceptional.

Thanks to the Academy, not only did I acquire essential safety skills, but I also benefited from a practical training course that boosted my confidence and skills.

Today, I work as a security guard at IGS, and I’m proud of it. Thank you for this wonderful opportunity!

Maxime Lefebvre

Senior Security Agent, IGS Security

Top Security Guard Training Programs in Montreal

Legal Framework and Professional Standards

Learn more about legislation and standards of behavior, and the roles and responsibilities of security guards, including the requirements to maintain one’s agent licence.

Safety Equipment and Operations

Training on security equipment, access control, security systems, and traffic management, essential for anyone looking to apply for a security guard permit.

Patrols and Emergency Response

Modules on surveillance rounds and alarm response, including major incident management.

Communication and Public Relations

Training in effective communication strategies and public relations management.

Crisis and Conflict Management

Courses on accident management, conflict resolution, crowd control and workplace conflict.

Health, Safety and Regulatory Compliance

Occupational health and safety training, compliant with regulations such as WHMIS 2015/SGH.

Security Guard Training in Montreal, Quebec

IGS Academy offers professional security guard training in Montreal, combining essential private security knowledge with CPR certification. Our program equips you with the skills and credentials required to become a licensed security agent in Quebec.

Top Security Training Center in Montreal

Train with a recognized leader in the security field. Our courses meet industry and BSP standards, and you can register online through our platform at any time.

Your Path to a Security Career

Join IGS Academy, the top-rated security guard school in Montreal. We provide government-approved licenses, bilingual courses, and comprehensive training to help you succeed in the security industry.

Security Guard Certification at IGS Academy

Available in Montreal

Guard training accepted by the BSP

Guarding training courses accepted by the BSP

To obtain a private security guarding license, you must successfully complete a 70-hour training program. This program must be taken at a recognized school service center or school board, which will issue an attestation of successful completion. The Bureau de la sécurité privée(BSP) also recognizes other specific training courses, in accordance with article 112.1 of the Loi sur la sécurité privée (LSP). These alternative training courses are accepted provided they meet all the criteria established for their official recognition by the Minister of Public Safety.

Frequently Asked Questions

With the day cohort you can complete training in about 2 weeks; evening and weekend options take 3 – 4 weeks.

No. CPR is taught within the Academy’s programs, not as a stand‑alone.

Day, evening, and weekend schedules are offered. You may visit here to see available classes.

Applicants must be 18+ and have no criminal record.

Register online via the Registration page or the Class Schedules page.

Graduates work in corporate, retail, hotel, airport, and event security, among others.
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