Security officer resources

Licensing requirements, fee schedules, and forms for Class “D” security officers and Class “G” statewide firearm license holders — all administered by FDACS. Every link below goes straight to the official state source.

Alpha One provides the training required for licensure. The license itself is issued by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Licensing. These links are provided for your convenience — always confirm current requirements on the FDACS site.

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The two licenses

Unarmed

Class “D” Security Officer

Requirements and application steps for the standard unarmed security officer license — the entry point for working security in Florida. Alpha One does not provide Class D training; this links to the state’s official requirements.

FDACS requirements →

Armed

Class “G” Statewide Firearm

Requirements and application steps for officers authorized to carry a firearm on duty, including the annual requalification obligation.

FDACS requirements →

01 · Fee schedules

What it costs the state

Official FDACS fee schedules. These are state licensing fees and are separate from Alpha One training tuition.

PDF New Application FeesFS-493 — fee schedule for first-time applicants → PDF Renewal License FeesFS-493 — fee schedule for existing licensees →

02 · Manage your license

Renew, update, replace

Renew Renewing Your LicenseRenewal process for private security licenses → Update Change Your AddressRequired within 10 days of moving → Replace Replace Your LicenseLost, stolen, or damaged license card → Verify Search for a LicenseePublic license verification lookup →

03 · Reference & forms

Statute, forms, and answers

Class G Approved Firearms ListFirearms authorized for Class G license holders → Forms Forms & PublicationsChapter 493 form request portal → Q&A Questions & Answers: Chapter 493Official state Q&A document (PDF) → Q&A Security Agencies & OfficersQuestions and answers for agencies and officers (PDF) → FAQ Private Security Services FAQInvestigation, recovery, and security services → Offices Regional OfficesFind the Division of Licensing office nearest you →

Still stuck?

We have walked a lot of officers through this

State licensing paperwork is not hard, but it is unforgiving about detail. If you are unsure which form applies, what your renewal window is, or whether your qualification is still current, call before you guess.

Call 305.458.8429 → Licensing path

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