The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) licenses and regulates the private security industry in accordance with Chapter 493, Florida Statutes (F.S.).

Security services include:

  • Providing bodyguard protection,
  • Guarding property,
  • Transporting prisoners,
  • Providing armored car services,
  • Assisting in prevention of theft, and
  • Assisting in prevention of the misappropriation or concealment of articles of value or assisting in the return of such articles.

For more information on licensure in Florida for private security and state licensure click the button below.

Training Programs in Florida

Here are some training center and universities assisting Florida residents with Body Guard training and licensure:

LaSorsa & Assoc EP Training — E.P. / Bodyguard Training

Hoxhunt — Security Awareness Training

ESS Academy

Invictus

Sig Sauer Academy

US Executive Protection