MPCTC Approved Training
Train With Maximum Protective Services
State-approved security guard training in Maryland. Get licensed, stay current, and qualify for armed duty — all through MPSLP's certified training programs.
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Our Training Programs
Maryland Handgun Permit
Get your Maryland Handgun Qualification License (HQL). Classroom and live-fire range training taught by a USCCA-certified instructor.
Maryland Security Guard Card
MPCTC-approved Initial 16-Hour and In-Service 8-Hour renewal training to get or maintain your Maryland security guard license.
Private Detective License
Prepare for Maryland's Private Detective licensing requirements. Covers surveillance, evidence collection, legal authority, and the MSP application process.
Our Programs
Training Courses
Maryland Security Guard Card
Get your Maryland Security Guard Certification with MPSLP's state-approved Initial 16-Hour and In-Service 8-Hour courses. Already have a guard card but never completed Initial training? You must complete the Initial 16-Hour course before you can renew — regardless of how long you've held your card.
Handgun Permit / HQL Training
MPSLP offers state-required firearms safety training for both the Maryland Handgun Qualification License (HQL) and the Maryland Wear & Carry Permit — taught by a certified USCCA instructor.
Private Detective Certificate Training
MPSLP prepares you to meet the Maryland State Police requirements for your Private Detective Certificate — covering the licensing process, legal framework, surveillance, and professional standards.
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Upcoming Classes — All Programs
Before You Register
Enrollment Requirements
Before registering for any MPSLP training course, make sure you meet the following eligibility requirements set by the Maryland State Police Licensing Division & Maryland Police Training and Standards Commission (MPCTC).
Age Requirement
Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of enrollment.
Valid Government-Issued ID
A current driver's license, state ID, or passport is required for registration and attendance.
No Disqualifying Criminal History
Applicants must not have any felony convictions or disqualifying misdemeanors under Maryland law.
Physical Fitness
Must be physically capable of completing the training curriculum, including any practical exercises.
Firearms Prerequisites (Armed Course Only)
Must hold a valid Maryland security guard license before enrolling in the firearms qualification course.
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