Mississippi

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Required for: Sales & Techs

Total Fees: Application - $150 / Live Scan - $50 / Training - $400

Training Required: Yes

Processing Time: 4 - 6 weeks

Duration: 1 year

Step 1 – Training Requirements

Sales – Understanding Electronic Security Systems

Tech – Certified Alarm Technician Level 1

You can sign up for the correct course by clicking one of the links above.

*Before signing up for the course, be sure to let us know if you are a w-2 employee or 1099

**If you need assistance with course fees, be sure to reach out to Compliance.

Once registered any course materials, if required, will be mailed to you. Be sure to pay close attention through the course as you will be required to pass a proctored exam at the end of the course.

When you received your certification, be sure to email a copy to Compliance. A copy will also need to be included with your application when sent to the state.

Step 2 – Application Process

Employees need to complete the MS Electronic Protection Systems application. Then they need to schedule an appointment to turn in the application with the state.

Appointments can be made on Tuesdays or Thursdays by calling (601)359-1066. Do not be late to this appointment or you will have to reschedule.

Step 3 – Additional Requirements

• Fingerprint Request Form – to be turned in at appointment

• Live scan – done at appointment

• Photo – can be emailed or turned in at appointment

Step 4 - Fee & Submit

The application fee is $150 and the live scan fee is $50 and they can be paid together at the time of the appointment. Cash, credit, debit, or checks are accepted.

*If you need fee assistance, be sure to reach out to Compliance.

Once you have completed all requirements and paid the required fees, it will take the state approximately 4 - 6 weeks to process and issue your registration.

When you receive your registration in the mail, be sure to send a copy to Compliance. 

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Required for: Sales & Techs

Total Fees: Application - $50 / Training - $340

Training Required: Yes

Processing Time:  2 – 4 weeks

Duration: 1 year

Step 1 – Continuing Education

• Sales & Techs - 1.2 CEU’s / 12-Hour CEU Bundle

You can sign up for the correct course by clicking one of the links above.

*Before signing up for the course, be sure to let us know if you are a w-2 employee.

**If you need assistance with course fees, be sure to reach out to Compliance.

Once registered, any course materials, if required, will be mailed to you. Be sure to pay close attention through the course as you will be required to pass a proctored exam at the end of the course.

When you receive your certification, be sure to email a copy to Compliance. A copy will need to be included with your application when sent to the state.

Step 2 – Application Process

There are two ways to renew for the state of Mississippi, you can do it online (recommended) or by mailing in a renewal packet.

ONLINE:

All salespersons and technicians can renew online by going to the Mississippi Sircon Online Portal.

1.       Click on Renew or Reinstate a License

2.       Click on Renew Insurance Licenses

3.       Choose Individual and then select continue.

4.       Enter your email address

5.       For Renewal State you can choose either All Available States or Mississippi.

6.       Proceed through the renewal process and upload docs when requested.

*If you have trouble uploading docs, you can send them instead to Compliance and we will forward them on to the state.

**You will need to have your license number readily available when renewing online. You cannot renew without it.

BY MAIL:

All salespersons and technicians will need to complete the MS Electronic Protection License Renewal Application needs to be completed.   

*You can complete this application electronically before you print, however please note that this application will not save with any information entered on to it.

Step 3 – Additional Requirements

Each renewal will need to be accompanied by the following items:

• Continuing Education Certificates – 12 hours are required for each renewal applicant.

Step 4 - Fee & Submit

ONLINE:

The renewal fee is $50 and can be paid for at the end of your online renewal process with a credit or debit card.

*If you need to submit a check, you will need to mail in the renewal packet.

BY MAIL:

The renewal fee is $50 and can be paid for with a check or money order payable to Mississippi Insurance Department.

Mail the application, CEU certificates and check to:

Mississippi Insurance Department

PO Box 79

Jackson, MS 39205

*If you need Skyline to cover the cost of the renewal, then we will need to submit this for you. If this is the case, be sure to reach out to Compliance for information on where to send your renewal packet.

Once your renewal is issued, be sure to send a copy of it to Compliance so that we may clear you on our end and update your employee file.

Q: Who is required to obtain a license/registration?

A: Both Salespersons and Technicians are required to obtain the Electronic Protection Systems Employee registration. 

Q: How long does a new application take to process?

A: A new registration can take anywhere from 2 - 4 weeks to process.

Q: Once issued, how long is the license good for?

A: The license will be good for two full years once issued.

Q: How long does a renewal application take to process?

A: A renewal application can take anywhere from 2 - 4 weeks to process. 

Q: How early can I renew?

A: You can renew as early as 6 months before your license expires. Be sure to submit the renewal at least 1 month before to allow time for processing.

Q: Do I need to switch my registration from one company to another?

A: You do need to submit an employment update form to the state when switching companies.