ASAP Security Academy’s Handcuffing Certification Course provides security professionals with foundational instruction in the safe, responsible, and lawful use of handcuffs. This online course teaches guards how to apply restraints properly, understand when their use is justified, and recognize potential safety and liability concerns during restraint procedures.
Course Objectives
Understand when handcuffs may be used in a private security setting.
Learn safe application and removal procedures.
Review officer safety, subject control, and liability awareness.
Complete an online assessment to verify comprehension.
Course Format
100% online and self-paced
Includes slide presentations and video instruction
10-question final exam included
Certificate of completion issued upon passing the exam
Curriculum Outline
Slides — Handcuffs
Presentation introducing the purpose of handcuffs, their role in private security, and basic handling principles.
Handcuffs 1
Video segment (10:00) demonstrating fundamental techniques and considerations for restraint use.
Handcuffs 2
Video lesson providing additional examples and safety procedures.
Test — Handcuffs
Multiple-choice assessment (10 questions) covering key topics from the course.
Completion Requirements
To receive the Handcuffing Certificate of Completion, students must complete all modules and pass the final exam.
Note
This course provides general certification training. Students must follow their employer’s policies and all applicable state or local laws governing restraint use.