The Texas Commission on Private Security rules provide for the requirement for all alarm installers (including technicians) and alarm sales persons to take a state approved Level 1 Alarm course. This course consists of 20 hours of training and testing.

Employers may hire an alarm installer and alarm salesperson according to the rules; however, these employees are required by law to obtain and pass the course within one year of their employment. No extensions are available under the statute. Do not confuse the Level 1 test that is on the state website with this course. Employers will be required to produce a certificate from an approved school to renew the employee's registration.