Level II Classroom — Non-Commissioned Security Officer
This is the student classroom for the Level II course — the foundation license course required of every security officer in Texas. Work through each module below in order, then sit the DPS final examination. Module content is built from the current DPS Level II curriculum and unlocks when enrollment launches; your progress on this device is saved as you go.
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Course Modules
The duties, authority limits, and professional role of a licensed Texas security officer.
Lesson content unlocks at enrollment launchThe Private Security Act (Occupations Code Chapter 1702) and the DPS rules every officer works under.
Lesson content unlocks at enrollment launchThe legal aspects of security work and the basis and limits of an officer’s arrest authority.
Lesson content unlocks at enrollment launchTaking usable field notes and writing clear, complete incident and daily reports.
Lesson content unlocks at enrollment launchProfessional security communications, including radio and dispatch procedure.
Lesson content unlocks at enrollment launchCrime scene procedures — protecting and preserving a scene until law enforcement takes over.
Lesson content unlocks at enrollment launchUsing cover and concealment to stay safe while observing and reporting.
Lesson content unlocks at enrollment launchUse of force and the use-of-force continuum — the legal limits on force by a security officer.
Lesson content unlocks at enrollment launchResponse to emergencies and recognizing and handling safety hazards on site.
Lesson content unlocks at enrollment launchConflict resolution and verbal de-escalation — resolving confrontations without force.
Lesson content unlocks at enrollment launchEthics and professional conduct for licensed security officers.
Lesson content unlocks at enrollment launchThe DPS Level II test required of every student. Score 75% or better to pass — on passing, MLG issues your PSP-36 certificate of completion for your DPS application in TOPS.
Exam unlocks at enrollment launchEligibility — Read Before Enrolling
Under Texas law (HB 1508), a criminal history may make you ineligible for a security officer license, even after completing training. You have the right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the Texas DPS before enrolling. This course provides training and certification only — the license itself is issued solely by the Texas Department of Public Safety.