How This Course Works

Congratulations on beginning your training with PSI Academy. This course has been designed to provide a structured, self-paced learning experience that prepares you for both Ontario's Security Guard Licensing Examination and your future career in private security.

Each lesson builds upon the previous one, helping you develop knowledge, judgment, and professional confidence throughout your training.

In This Lesson

  • Understand how the course is organized
  • Learn how to progress through each module
  • Review the requirements for successful completion
  • Understand how to earn your Training Completion Number (TCN)
  • Prepare for the licensing examination

Your Learning Journey

Complete Each Lesson

Work through every lesson in order. Each lesson introduces concepts that will be expanded upon later in the course.

Review Knowledge Checks

Throughout the course you'll encounter short activities and review questions designed to reinforce important concepts before moving on.

Complete Module Quizzes

Each module concludes with a quiz to help measure your understanding before advancing.

Receive Your Training Completion Number

After successfully completing the required training, you'll receive your Training Completion Number (TCN), allowing you to register for Ontario's Security Guard licensing examination.

Book Your Licensing Examination

Once you have your TCN, you'll be eligible to schedule your provincial licensing examination through the authorized testing provider.

Take Your Time

This course is self-paced. There is no benefit to rushing through the material. Professional security guards make informed decisions based on knowledge, observation, and sound judgment. Focus on understanding each topic rather than simply completing lessons.

Study Tips for Success

Take Notes

Write down important legislation, definitions, and procedures.

Review Often

Spend a few minutes reviewing previous lessons before beginning a new module.

Think Like a Professional

Ask yourself how each lesson applies to real situations you'll encounter while working.

Don't Memorize — Understand

Understanding principles will help you both on the examination and in the field.

Key Takeaways

  • This course is designed to be completed sequentially.
  • Knowledge checks and quizzes reinforce learning.
  • Successful completion earns your Training Completion Number (TCN).
  • The TCN allows you to register for Ontario's Security Guard licensing examination.
  • Your goal is to build professional knowledge, not simply pass a test.

Before You Continue

Before moving to the next lesson, take a moment to make sure you can confidently answer the following questions without referring back to the lesson.

  • How is the course organized?
  • What is a Training Completion Number?
  • Why should lessons be completed in order?
  • Why is professional understanding more important than simply memorizing answers?