Core Content

The 40-hour Class D pre-licensing course is divided into 10 modules covering every topic required by Florida Statute §493.6132. Here is a preview of what you will study in the full program.

The 10 Class D Training Modules

  1. Introduction to Security & Legal Authority — role of security, Code of Conduct, citizen vs. law enforcement authority
  2. Florida Security Laws & Regulations — Florida Statute §493, licensing requirements, prohibited acts
  3. Ethics & Professional Conduct — uniform standards, professionalism, public relations
  4. Patrol Procedures & Observation — patrol types, observation techniques, post assignment
  5. Report Writing & Incident Documentation — incident reports, daily activity reports, chain of custody
  6. Emergency Response & Safety — fire response, medical emergencies, bomb threats, active shooter
  7. Communication & Customer Service — radio procedures, professional communication, de-escalation basics
  8. Access Control & Crime Prevention — entry/exit control, crime prevention theory, perimeter security
  9. Conflict Resolution & Officer Safety — use of force continuum, self-defense awareness, threat recognition
  10. Final Review & Examination — full review of all topics + 170-question state exam bank (randomized)

How Training is Delivered at Nelson Security Academy

  • Live Zoom classes with a licensed Florida instructor
  • Recorded lessons available 24/7 after each live session
  • PDF study guides and handouts for each module
  • Module quizzes after each topic
  • Randomized final exam drawn from 170 Florida Class D exam questions
  • Certificate of Completion issued upon passing (minimum 70%)

Learning Outcome

After this lesson, you will know exactly what topics the full 40-hour program covers and what the learning experience at Nelson Security Academy looks like from enrollment to certificate.

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