Skills, Education and Experience

strong observation and communication skills
ability to make quick decisions during emergency situations and work in stressful situations
comfortable working alone
ability to stick to procedures, routines and regulations
ability to act in a disciplined, honest and ethical manner
physically fit, good hearing and vision

To work as a Security Guard in BC you require:

Completion of grade 12 (preferred by employers but not mandatory)
Licensing under the Security Services Act
A criminal background check
Completion of the Basic Security Training (BST) course with a grade of 60 percent or higher on the final exam for each course

Additional training requirements vary depending on your employer.

Source: WorkBC

Qualifications

This occupation is regulated in British Columbia.

You must obtain a valid BC Security Worker Licence in order to work as a security guard in BC.

There are a number of requirements before obtaining a security worker licence including:

Complete Basic Security Training (BST)
Comply with the Security Services Act “Code of Conduct”
Consent to a Criminal Record check
Provide fingerprints and photograph
Complete a Mental Health Condition Report if receiving treatment for any mental health condition
Supply proof of Canadian Citizenship or Landed Immigrant status
Be sufficiently fluent in the English language to communicate with the public while carrying out duties
Must be at least 19 years old

For more information on licensing see:

JIBC develops and offers the Basic Security Training course and oversees all approved security schools in British Columbia.