How should I show my security licence on a resume?

List your licence as the local authority requires, in a Licences and Certifications section near the top, with the licence type, issuing authority, number if appropriate and expiry date. It is often the first thing a security employer checks.

Example (fictional): "Security guard licence, [issuing authority], valid to [month year]"

Tips:

• Licensing rules differ by country and region, so describe your licence exactly as issued and check with the official authority where you plan to work.
• If you hold licences in more than one place, list each.
• Do not list an expired licence as current. If you are applying for one, write "in process" only if that is true.

Mention the licence in your summary too if the job advert asks for it.