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Q: Q: What uniform requirements apply to PPS security officers in North Carolina?

Per NC PPSB regulations, all security officer uniforms must include at least 1.5-inch lettering reading "SECURITY" or "SECURITY OFFICER" on both the chest and the back. Badges or patches resembling law enforcement are prohibited. The word "POLICE" may not appear on any PPS uniform.

Q: Q: What does the PPS hiring process look like?

PPS uses a multi-step evaluation designed to identify candidates with the right temperament, integrity, and professionalism. PPS hires fewer than 10% of applicants . Typical steps: Submit your application at ppsprotects.com/careers Initial phone or in-person screening interview Background check and pre-employment drug test Training enrollment and state registration (PPSB or SLED) Site-specific orientation before first deployment

Q: Q: Do I need to be certified before applying to work at PPS?

No. PPS will guide eligible candidates through the entire certification process from application to guard card. If you are not yet certified, PPS offers in-house PPSB and SLED training and will walk new hires through the state registration process. Your willingness to learn and commit to the PPS Standard matters more than prior certification at the application stage.

Q: Q: Is PPS currently hiring security guards in Charlotte, Greensboro, Wilmington, Rock Hill, and Myrtle Beach?

Yes. PPS is actively recruiting security officers across North Carolina and South Carolina. Open positions include part-time and full-time unarmed and armed security officer roles. Apply at ppsprotects.com/careers or call 704-548-2728 .

Q: Q: How do I set up a corporate group training session?

Call 704-548-2728 or email PPS at ppsinfo@pgrpnc.com to schedule a free corporate training consultation. PPS will work with your team to schedule dates, confirm locations (Charlotte or Wilmington training centers, or your facility), discuss NC and SC curriculum requirements, and provide a written group pricing proposal.

Q: Q: Can PPS certify officers in both NC and SC through one program?

Yes. Because PPS holds both NCPPSB and SLED certifications, officers who need dual-state authorization can complete all required training through a single provider in Charlotte. This is especially valuable for teams operating in the Charlotte/Rock Hill corridor or the Wilmington/Myrtle Beach area — and for companies expanding operations across both states.

Q: Q: Do I need to be a PPS employee to attend PPS training?

No. PPS training is open to individuals and teams from other security companies, corporate security departments, and independent officers. Competitors, corporate security personnel, and independent applicants are all welcome to enroll. Contact PPS at 704-548-2728 for corporate training consultations and multi-course pricing.

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8430 Medical Plaza Dr # 100,
Charlotte, NC 28262

Phone us

Monday – Friday : 8am to 5pm
+1 704 548 2728

Email us

ppsinfo@pgrpnc.com

State-Certified Security Guard Training in Charlotte & Wilmington, NC

Piedmont Protective Services Training

Serving the following counties:

North Carolina: Mecklenburg, Cabarrus, Gaston, Union, Iredell, Lincoln, Rowan, Anson, New Hanover, Brunswick, Pender, Onslow, Columbus, Guilford, Forsyth, Randolph, Alamance, Rockingham, Stokes, Davidson
South Carolina: York, Lancaster, Chester

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Vincent M. Cardieri- Training and Compliance Manager

PPSB Unarmed
SLED Unarmed
SLED Armed

Tommy R. Furr- Lead Instructor

PPSB Unarmed
PPSB Armed
SLED Unarmed
SLED Armed

Michael J. Gallagher- Regional Director of Wilmington

PPSB Unarmed
PPSB Armed

Briana Smith- Field Operations Manager

PPSB Unarmed
SLED Unarmed