Is this program right for you?
This program is designed for strong communicators who stay calm under pressure and can think clearly in challenging situations.
Prepare for a rewarding security career
Gain the specialized knowledge and confidence needed to work as a Gaming Security Officer in BC’s regulated gaming industry.
Develop key skills for the job
You’ll learn how to maintain safety, protect assets, and handle incidents professionally—helping ensure gaming facilities operate safely and with integrity.
This program is available to:
• Individuals planning to work as Gaming Security Officers in BC casinos or gaming facilities
• People with strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Those who can stay composed in stressful situations
• Fitness-oriented individuals interested in a professional security role
This program was developed in partnership with the British Columbia Lottery Corporation (BCLC). Completion of this training is required to work as a Gaming Security Officer in BC.
Program strengths
The Gaming Security Officer Training program combines practical learning with industry standards to prepare you for the unique environment of BC’s gaming sector.
Key strengths include:
• Developed in collaboration with the BC Lottery Corporation (BCLC)
• Focused on safety, professionalism, and customer service
• Covers real-world scenarios found in gaming facilities
• Taught by experienced instructors with security and law enforcement backgrounds
• Provides the foundational knowledge required by the gaming industry in BC
Gaming Security Officers play a key role in maintaining gaming integrity and ensuring the comfort and safety of guests and staff.
Through this program, you’ll gain skills in:
• Maintaining gaming integrity
• Ensuring customer and staff safety
• Protecting facility assets
• Managing access and investigating incidents
You’ll also learn about:
Gaming and Security Officer duties
• Governing and regulatory agencies
• Security functions and responsibilities
Professionalism and ethics
• Professional standards and conduct
• Ethical behaviour in the workplace
Customer service
• Core customer service principles and communication skills
Laws and regulations
• Provisions of the Gaming Control Act
• Authorities and powers under the law
Gaming facility protection
• Identifying irregular activities and suspicious behaviour
• Protecting facilities and preventing loan sharking
Basic investigative skills
• Interviewing, report writing, and evidence handling
• Testifying in court and using investigative systems
Customer and staff protection
• Use of force principles and tactical communication
• Personal safety and care of suspects
Gaming Security Officer Training (SCRT-1604) is a self-paced online course. You have up to 16 weeks to complete the course and pass the final exam.
If you complete the online training and the final exam with a minimum of 70%, you will receive a Gaming Security Officer (GSO) certificate and a Basic Security Training (BST) certificate. Certificates will be issued electronically.
Completion of the online training course, plus the final exam, must be completed before course expiry. No extensions will be given.
As a security professional, dual certification with your GSO and BST gives you more employment options. You may seek employment in a casino or gaming centre, or within general security.
Replacement Certificates
Replacement certificates are available for a fee of $38.59. Complete the Certificate Replacement Form and email or mail it to us.
You must provide a photocopy of valid government-issued identification with the Certificate Replacement Form.
We will email you the replacement certificate.
Tuition
Tuition: $435.15
Fees
Learner Services Fee: $18.48
Refund Policy
Gaming Security Officer Training (SCRT-1604) is a continuous entry online course and not eligible for refunds.
Specifics about refunds for Â黨¾«Æ·students are provided in our Refunds Procedure, which is part of our Tuition Policy.
Register now to complete the Gaming Security Training Course.
Q: If I have my BST certificate does this exempt me from having to take the GSO training?
A: No. BCLC requires all security personnel in a casino/gaming centre to be certified as Gaming Security Officers. This course is strictly geared towards persons working in this environment.
Q: Is this course offered face-to-face in a classroom?
A: No. This course is only offered online via the Justice Institute of British Columbia.
Q: What age do I have to be to take the course?
A: You must be 19 years of age to work in a casino. You may take the course before this, but you cannot work until you are the legal age.
Q: Are there any background security checks required before starting the course?
A: No. Security checks are required to take the course. However, the gaming facility may require background checks for employment.
Q: How often is this course offered?
A: This course is offered on a continuous intake. You may start any time, but you have 16 weeks to complete the course and final exam after enrollment. The course is self-paced. This means there is no instructor and you work through it at your own pace.