An individual certified by the commissioner as qualified to administer and certify as to successful completion of the minimum training requirements prescribed for a security officer/guard. A certified trainer may appoint an instructor to assist with the implementation of the training program by notifying the commissioner of the appointee. Only a certified trainer is eligible to certify successful completion of required training of a security guard/officer before the guard can be registered. Registration is required of armed or unarmed security guards/officers in Tennessee.

Requirements

• Be at least twenty-one(21) years of age.
• Be personally qualified to conduct the required training of security officers/guards.
• Have at least one year of supervisory experience satisfactory to the commissioner with:
  • Contract security company
  • Proprietary security organization
    (OR)
  • Any public law enforcement agency in the United States (including military)
    

Renewals

• Certifications must now be renewed every two (2) years (new).

Continuing Education

• Twelve (12) hours of continuing professional education is now required as a prerequisite for renewal of    Trainer Certifications.  Tenn. Code Ann. 62-35-140

Fees and Related Costs

• Click Here for to see a table of fees.

Click Here to download the Application. [pdf]