Obtain a
high school diploma or
GED. If you don't have a high school diploma or GED equivalent, you cannot be a bodyguard.
- College is not required to become a bodyguard, though taking a 2 or 4-year degree program helps build your tactical skills.
- Military training is also advantageous when becoming a bodyguard. You must be in great shape to be in the military, and you are also trained on safety protocol.