The 8-Hour Annual In-Service Training Course is required each year for registered security guards in New York State to maintain an active license and remain compliant with state regulations. This course is designed to refresh and strengthen the core skills every professional security guard must demonstrate on the job, including emergency response procedures, legal updates, communication techniques, report writing, ethics, and professionalism. At the Institute of Security Sciences & Technology (ISST), this course is delivered 100% online through a structured, instructor-led format that ensures engagement, accountability, and compliance. Students participate in live virtual sessions, complete attendance verification, and meet all required instructional hours. The training reinforces best practices in situational awareness, use of force guidelines, conflict resolution, terrorism awareness, workplace violence prevention, and current industry standards. Our instructors bring real-world experience to every session, connecting classroom instruction to practical field application. Upon successful completion, students receive the documentation necessary to renew their registration and remain in good standing. This course is ideal for working professionals who need a convenient, compliant, and high-quality annual refresher without sacrificing depth or professionalism.