Guard Card Training

Palm Springs, California

Sundahl & Associates provides guard card training in the Palm Springs area.  In order to work as a security officer/security guard, the applicant must obtain the guard card.

Five Easy Steps to Getting your Guard Card for $172.00

1. Mail us a money order of $50.00 or render payment through PayPal, one week prior to the start of the course.

Once we receive your payment, you will be contacted within 48 hours through the e-mail on file with PayPal and informed that you are registered for the course. If you do not receive a response, please e-mail the instructor, Shaun Sundahl at ssundahl@crimebullet.com or call/text him on his cell (909) 525-8925.

2. Attend our guard card course.

3. Get fingerprinted at the Cathedral City Police Department. Pay the fingerprint operator $71.00.

4. Click here to complete the guard card application online (quickest way to get the guard card). You will pay the state a $51.00 license fee.

5. Wait 4-6 weeks for your name to post on the BSIS website. Print your name. This is your temporary copy of your guard card.  Now you can work as an unarmed security guard. Wait 1-2 weeks and BSIS will mail you the hard copy.  The hard copy replaces the temporary copy.

How much will everything cost?

There are no hidden fees. Everything will cost $172.00. The term “everything,” means the guard card license fee, fingerprinting fees, license fees, and classroom fees are included with the $172.00 cost.

I don’t have a credit card or don’t feel comfortable paying online, what can I do?

The system we use to collect credit card payments is through PayPal.  PayPal guarantees your payment to us will be safe. If you’re still not convinced, that’s okay. Please send a $50.00 money order or cashier’s check to:

Sundahl & Associates

4195 Chino Hills Pkwy #76

Chino Hills, CA 91709

We must receive payment at least 7 calendar days prior to the start of the course. We are not responsible for any lost payment. Please use a US Postal Service tracking number or registered mail. Also include your contact information (address, e-mail, phone number, etc.)

Can I pay the day of the course?

We’re sorry, but the answer is “no.” We have to prearrange the seminar room according to the number of attendees who have rendered payment. A rendered payment assures us there is a strong likelihood the student will not miss the course.

Is seating limited?

Yes! We only have 10 seats available per class. Rendering a timely payment reserves your seat.

Where is the guard card course held?

In most cases, the guard card course is held at:

The Court Yard

Conference Room

777 East Tahquitz Canyon

Palm Springs, California 92262

Please do not contact staff at the Court Yard.

Can you get a guard card if you have a criminal record?

It depends.  The state will use its discretion with issuing you a guard card.  The state does not release the criteria for those who have a criminal record.

In most cases the state will deny your application for the guard card:

1. If you are on probation or parole, or

2. Have been convicted of a felony in the past 7 years or,

3. Have certain misdemeanors within the past 3-5 years,

*Note that misdemeanors are on a case-by-case basis, but it appears felonies will not be considered. If the state denies your application, we do not refund any fees.

What do I need to bring the day of the class?

1. Identification.

2. Pen or Pencil.

3. Paper for note taking.

Do you provide job placement?

No. Our company is strictly job training.

Do you have any classes sooner than the one scheduled?

No, however for a class fee of $150.00, the instructor can schedule a one-on-one course with you as his schedule will allow. Typically, he is very flexible (24/7). The total fee would cost you $272.00. This arrangement is for those who cannot attend the scheduled date or those who need the guard card course ASAP.

Do you provide any discounts?

We offer a 50% discount to those currently enrolled at Kaplan College. That means a Kaplan student would only pay a total of $147.00 in fees! Unfortunately, we do not have arrangements with any other college. Ask your college career services representative today to make arrangements with Sundahl & Associates for a large discount!

Kaplan College Discount (50% off!)
Proof of Enrollment Required.

Military/Law Enforcement Discount (20% off!)
DD-214, current military ID, or proof of former occupation is required at the door.

We are grateful for those who served our country! In appreciation for their service, the instructor is offering a 10% personal discount. That means those who served will only pay a total of $162.00 in fees! 

You may contact the instructor, Shaun Sundahl, 24/7 via text message or phone call at (909) 525-8925, if you have any further questions.

Sundahl & Associates, reserves the right to cancel the course anytime due to low enrollment. Attendees will be contact within 2 days if this occurs.

We thank you for allowing us to present our guard card, powers of arrest training and classes in the areas of Palm Springs, Indio, Deseert Hot Springs, Cathederal City, and Coachella Valley.

When is the guard card course?

April 4, 2012 (Wednesday), beginning at 1:00 PM.  Those who are late (1:00 PM), will not be admitted and forfeit their $50.00 class fee.

Contact information

Sundahl & Associates, Training Facility, TFF # 1298

4195 Chino Hills Pkwy #76

Chino Hills, CA 91709

(626) 789-9072

About the Course

Power to Arrest and Weapons of Mass Destruction 

Course Overview: The Power to Arrest and Weapons of Mass Destruction Course consists of a total of 8 hours of training in both of the following subjects:

Power to Arrest

Objective: To familiarize and instruct the individual on the training topics delineated at Business and Professions Code section 7583.7, including, without limitation, legal aspects, techniques, liability, and company requirements relating to the arrest of an individual. The training will utilize the Department of Consumer Affairs' Power to Arrest Training Manual and may include lecture, discussion, exercises and role-playing.

1.Overview of Power to Arrest Manual and subject matter.

2. Definition of arrest and discussion on the implications to the subject, the guard and the company.

3. Lecture/discussion on escalation and de-escalation techniques in the use of force.

4. Lecture/discussion in the use of restraint techniques and their implications.

5. Discussion of trespass laws and implications of enforcement.

6. Completion of the Power to Arrest Training Manual Test with 100% score in accordance with the Manual's Administering Instructions.

Weapons of Mass Destruction & Terrorism Awareness

Objective: To familiarize and instruct the individual on the subject matter and observation skills required to identify and report precursor activities to a terrorist event, react appropriately, report the occurrence of a terrorist event, and remain safe while helping control the scene after a terrorist event. The training will utilize the Department of Consumer Affairs' Weapons of Mass Destruction & Terrorism Awareness for Security Professionals course consisting of a Digital Video Disk (DVD), Student Workbook and Facilitator Manual.

1. Introduction and overview of the training.

2. The Role of a Security Officer.

3. The Nature of Terrorism.

4. Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD).

5. Coordinating and Sharing of Critical Information.