Organized Education and Certificate Process

This training is brought to you and supported by these organizations, who focus on church safety and security as part of their community influence.

  • Code 4 Public Safety Education Association, Inc.

  • The Church Security Association

  • The Church Security Academy

  • The Church Security Answer Man Podcast

Course Content and Outline

Unarmed Church Security Volunteer Basic Certificate Course

  • 1

    Getting Started

    • A Message from the Instructor and Troubleshooting This Training

    • How to use this course

    • Required Disclaimer and Copyright Notice

    • HANDOUT (Print this - Optional) Hit the download button and then print
  • 2

    Introductions and Overview

    • Instructor Introduction and Overview

    • Preplanning Makes Us More Successful

    • Service Interruption Example and Getting Prepared Discussion

    • One Man or Woman Team? Create a Team Work Approach
  • 3

    Church Security Today

    • Statistics and Where to Focus Your Efforts

    • Practical Discussion: Service Interruption a Vocal Person On Stage
  • 4

    Nature and Role of Church Security Volunteers

    • Church Security Awareness Introduction

    • Finding Balance: Prioritizing the Ministry and Respecting Church Leadership

    • Public Safety Agencies and Security - Working Together

    • Scope of Church Security Authority
  • 5

    Use of Force and The Responsibilities

    • Use of Force Introduction

    • Use of Force Part TWO

    • Use of Force Part THREE

    • Use of Force Part FOUR Conclusion

    • Arresting and Detaining People

    • Escorting People Out of Your Church

    • Use of Force Scenario ONE Car Break ins

    • Use of Force Scenario TWO Suspicious Man Behind Church

    • Use of Force Scenario THREE Man Steals Purse

    • Use of Force Scenario FOUR Most Likely Situations at Your Church

    • Quick Quiz

    • Congratulations

  • 6

    Church Security Member Conduct

    • Church Security Member Conduct

    • Church Rules and Integrity

    • Attitude and Performance
  • 7

    Patrolling, Observations and Evaluations

    • Observation Skills and Patrolling Introduction

    • Critical Observation and Memory Skills

    • Facility Patrol Purposes and Guidelines

    • Evaluating Your Observations, the Situation and Surroundings - ODD, SUSPICIOUS, DANGEROUS

    • Evaluating a Suspicious Person and Assertive Friendliness
  • 8

    Note Taking and Report Writing

    • Note Taking and Report Writing Introduction

    • Public Documents Notes and Notebook Rules

    • Report Writing Basics

    • Report Form for You To Use
  • 9

    Professionalism and Communication Introduction

    • Understanding Cultural Differences and People with Disabilities

    • Understanding People with Mental Health Issues

    • Understanding People with Mental Health Issues CONTINUED

    • Dealing with Difficult People

    • Quick Quiz

    • Great job!
  • 10

    Principles of Access and Information Control

    • Access and Facility Control

    • Parking and Traffic Control

    • The Security of Information Within Your Ministry or Church
  • 11

    Emergency Response Planning and Procedures

    • Emergency Response Planning & Procedures
  • 12

    Role of Church Security in Critical Incidents

    • Disorderly Conduct Service Interruptions

    • Responding to Emergencies

    • Earthquakes Extreme Weather Evacuations

    • Role of Church Security in Critical Incidents

    • Domestic Issues Threats and Bomb Threats

    • Watching Out for the Children's Ministry
  • 13

    Church Accidents and Safety Responsibilities

    • Accidents and Safety Responsibilities
  • 14

    Church Violence and Crisis Management

    • Warning Signs of Escalating Behavior

    • Violent Intruder and Active Shooter Preparation
  • 15

    Calling for Help - Get Comfortable with Calling 911

    • Calling for Help - Calling 911
  • 16

    Church Crisis Management

    • Communicating Security Issues and Observations with Other Leaders in the Church

    • Practical Exercise: Escorting Someone Out

    • Crisis Management - Preplanning (Using the last page of your handout)
  • 17

    Final Chapter

    • Congratulations! More resources for you

    • Instructor Closing - Invite to Review - Invite to Further Training

    • Final Quiz

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Attendee Reviews

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Great

rick Smith

This was great, easy to follow

This was great, easy to follow

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Security Voluneer

Russell Watters

Very well presented and informative.

Very well presented and informative.

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Church Usher safety and security training

Ralph Manento

the text in this part of the course was very informative . The instructor gave me time to think through the materials that he was talking about.

the text in this part of the course was very informative . The instructor gave me time to think through the materials that he was talking about.

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calling 911

patricia Nation

VERY BRIEF AND CONCISE / INFORMATIVE

VERY BRIEF AND CONCISE / INFORMATIVE

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Unarmed Church Security Volunteer Basic

Bruce Erdley

Course was very helpful for persons who are getting involved with church security. The section breaks were very helpful for those persons who can't sit down...

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Course was very helpful for persons who are getting involved with church security. The section breaks were very helpful for those persons who can't sit down for a full time and allows for information to soak in during down time. Subjects covered were pertinent to church situations that are likely to occur. Presenter was professional and easy to relate to.

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Very Helpful

Ricky Lewis

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Learned some things and refreshed other things

Greg Dismuke

Very good introduction: comprehensive on all significant points. Lots of repitition. But isn't that how we learn best!? Now I am researching key areas for ...

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Very good introduction: comprehensive on all significant points. Lots of repitition. But isn't that how we learn best!? Now I am researching key areas for deeper knowledge, planning, and practice, practice, practice. Thank you!

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5 star rating

Good title, matches its content.

Thomas Armstrong

Good mix of useful documents and video. Thank you for noting the course half-way point and for being user-friendly in set-up and week-long navigation. I’m s...

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Good mix of useful documents and video. Thank you for noting the course half-way point and for being user-friendly in set-up and week-long navigation. I’m still on-track!

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Chuck Baker

This is excellent, useful and practical. Joe presents examples, suggests actions, and follow up while addressing safety.

This is excellent, useful and practical. Joe presents examples, suggests actions, and follow up while addressing safety.

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5 star rating

Title very appropriate for the course.

Vaughn Sommers

This is what a volunteer needs no matter what background they are coming from, even law enforcement. Very enlightening content and practical information.

This is what a volunteer needs no matter what background they are coming from, even law enforcement. Very enlightening content and practical information.

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Pricing Plans

Plans to help you get your training and certificate now so that you can get started protecting your church, ministry and people right away.

Training Instructor

Church Security Strategist & Former Law Enforcement Leader

Executive Director and Senior Instructor

Captain Joe Puckett

Joe Puckett is a former law enforcement member and administrator with 21 years of experience.Joe Puckett has also served as an Executive Director and Senior Instructor with a non-profit education organization (Code 4).  During this time Joe has led the training and organization of training events for over 400,000 people across the United States.  These training sessions have served members of law enforcement, criminal justice, public safety, government, corporations, churches and the general public for over 20 years. Mr. Puckett's mission is to share his experiences with you. His ideas are based on practical experience, studies of current trends and forward / future thinking perspectives.  

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Training from our experts to help you earn your certificate and help you focus on the important safety and security issues facing churches / ministries today.

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Training Focused on You and Your Church

Providing a platform of convenience, balance with timely materials

  • Start and stop training as your schedule requires. It's guaranteed!

    Our training is here for you 24/7, start now, stop where you need to and restart where you left off. This course allows you 6 months to complete the entire course. We also have a guarantee...if you don't like our material by the time you complete chapter three, you can ask for a complete refund.

  • Quality material, fact based and focused on actual incidents and data.

    Our team puts a lot of our heart and soul into our training materials to make this course the best it can be for you. We want this to make an impact on you for the right reasons. Our goal is to improve the safety and security program at your church or within your ministry through your newly acquired knowledge.

  • Training focused on getting you started and keeping you safe.

    We want to help you get started as a new member of your church security team, or help you get a certificate, gain knowledge and a plan to get your safety and security program started, if that is your current need. Train on any device including smart phones, tablets, laptops or desktops. As your schedule allows.

Great Training for Any Church Ministry Member or Volunteers

This is great training for anyone in the church environment. Teachers, greeters, ushers, team leaders, worship team members, parking lot team, youth leaders and others. This gets everyone on the same page with keeping the church, the families and attendees safe. This is also beneficial to help support and coordinate with security team members.
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • When I purchase this training is it meant for individuals or can I share it with my team?

    This is designed and priced for an individual to take this training. It includes a handout and certificate of attendance included for one person. It also allows the individual to train at their own pace and as their schedule allows. We do offer group packages that do offer discounts for multiple people to view.

  • Upon purchase, how long do I have to complete the training?

    You have six months to complete this course.

  • Is the cost of this course a per person charge?

    Yes this course cost is per person. We do not intend this course to be shared. We do have shareable packages or group packages. You can find those shareable courses under ALL COURSES above or email us at [email protected] for more info.

  • How long does it take to complete this course?

    It takes approximately 8 hours to complete this course.

  • How do I contact someone with further questions or interest or to ask about the group training?

    You can email us at [email protected]