About
The Security Guard class offered by Greater Southern Tier (GST) BOCES (Elmira) in Elmira, NY provides training in security industry topics and the essential tools to be successful. Students will learn about legal and safety guidelines, emergency response procedures and develop customer service skills. Upon successful completion, students will become eligible for a New York State Security Guard registration card.
Organization
Greater Southern Tier (GST) BOCES (Elmira)
GST BOCES
GST BOCES is a primary and secondary education organization that provides shared services to New York school districts, employing about 576 staff members. It uniquely facilitates collaboration and cost containment among school districts statewide through shared educational programs and services, helping to relieve financial burdens and promote equity. The organization offers specialized programs, such as the Adult Education Phlebotomy Technician program, which provides hands-on practical skills training, prepares students for national certification, and is delivered in-person with a focus on workforce readiness. The mission emphasizes customer need, commitment to excellence, and ensuring the success of diverse community members through cost-effective, quality programs in a safe and supportive atmosphere.
Highlights:
- Facilitates collaboration and cost containment among school districts statewide
- Provides shared educational programs and services to relieve financial burdens
- Promotes equity among school districts
- Offers specialized Adult Education Phlebotomy Technician program
- Phlebotomy program provides hands-on practical skills training
- Prepares students for national certification
- Delivered in-person with a focus on workforce readiness