Advanced Security and Protective Services

Potential Earnings Range:

  • $27,664-$52,853*

Per year after graduation

Offered at

X

Job Corps Centers

Are you interested in the security field and have good communication skills? Are you honest and have a strong ability to serve clients’ needs? Then you may be a good fit for Job Corps’ Security and Protective Services training program.

On the job, you will:

  • Protect and enforce rules on the property
  • Deter criminal activity
  • Monitor alarms or surveillance cameras
  • Conduct security checks at assigned patrol area

The credentials you'll earn:

As a Job Corps student, you will have the opportunity to earn credentials in your training area that may lead to greater employment opportunities, higher wages and promotions. Students should also earn a state-issued learner’s permit and driver’s license upon completion of the program.

Some of the career options you'll have:

  • Advanced Security and Protective Services graduates often go on to work for private security companies that contract with businesses requiring secure facilities. Security personnel provide surveillance around the clock by working in eight-hour shifts or longer with rotating schedules. This job often requires working nights and weekends, with part-time and full-time opportunities.

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or the equivalent (can be earned at all Job Corps centers)
  • Complete a Job Corps basic training program
  • Meet academic (math and reading) requirements
  • At least 18 years old
  • Compliance with state requirements that may involve a criminal background check, and completion of a training program meeting federal content requirements

  • Positive attendance and progress record
  • Written recommendation from Job Corps center personnel
  • Health clearance at current center
  • Strong work ethic and determination to succeed

* Salary information comes from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics Program and is provided for planning purposes only. Actual salary will depend on student skill level, credentials earned, experience level and location.

Need help meeting one or more of these requirements?
Don’t worry! Speak with your current career training instructor at your campus. They will help you along your journey to make sure you have all the tools and resources you need to check those boxes and start your training.

Program Details

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Job Corps Training Locations

Carl D. Perkins Job Corps Center

Program Details

Website: https://carldperkins.jobcorps.gov/
Location:

Prestonsburg, KY

Availability:

30 slots

Application Information

Contact:

Beverly Compton

Email: compton.beverly@jobcorps.org
Phone number: 606-433-5331
Application link: https://jcadvancedtraining.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/ADVANCED-TRAINING-APPLICATION.pdf

Real Stories

Don’t just take our word for it. Check out these stories from real Job Corps students who have trained in this advanced training program.

James

Shriver Job Corps Center

Once James graduated from his basic training program at Job Corps, he decided to further his education and head to the Shriver Job Corps Center, where he earned his certification in Advanced Security and Protective Services. After graduating from the Advanced Training program in 2009, James rejoined the Shriver Job Corps Center as a staff member, becoming a safety and security advisor on campus. After seven years there, he moved to the New Hampshire center in 2016, where he started as a Center Standards and Incentives officer and later a Security Officer. James was then promoted to Center Shift Manager, developing positive relationships with students and staff. James’ biggest piece of advice to current and prospective students is to “accept that it is going to be a tough transition and there will be hardships along the way, but always remember your commitment will all be worth it in the end.”