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Armed Security Guard Recertification

ARMED RE-CERTIFICATION     Class cost: $80.00 (4 hours) A re-certification for a Tennessee armed security officer must occur every two years. Every two (2) years armed security guards must complete 4 hours of refresher training and re-qualify in the use of a firearm by achieving a minimum of 70% on any silhouette target course approved by the commissioner prior to the renewal of their guard registration. Subject material covered in re-certification:  Firearms safety guidelines -- Function and operation of a firearm -- Basic marksmanship skills -- Practical Performance      

Armed Security Guard Recertification2025-10-29T19:19:21-04:00

Armed Security Guard Certification (2 part class)

ARMED SECURITY OFFICER / GUARD REQUIREMENTS FOR THE STATE OF TENNESSEE Class cost: $180.00 (16 hours) Training to become a Tennessee-certified armed security officer includes an examination covering specific subject materials. STATE REQUIREMENTS says all candidates must complete: 4-hour basic course that includes one (1) hour each of: Orientation Legal powers and limitations of a security guard/officer Emergency Procedures General Duties 8 hours in the classroom covering: Legal limitations on the use of a firearm Handling of a firearm Safety and maintenance of firearms 4 hours of marksmanship training which includes a shooting test that requires a minimum of 70%  score [...]

Armed Security Guard Certification (2 part class)2025-10-29T19:17:52-04:00

Armed Security Guard Certification (2 part class)

ARMED SECURITY OFFICER / GUARD REQUIREMENTS FOR THE STATE OF TENNESSEE Class cost: $180.00 (16 hours) Training to become a Tennessee-certified armed security officer includes an examination covering specific subject materials. STATE REQUIREMENTS says all candidates must complete: 4-hour basic course that includes one (1) hour each of: Orientation Legal powers and limitations of a security guard/officer Emergency Procedures General Duties 8 hours in the classroom covering: Legal limitations on the use of a firearm Handling of a firearm Safety and maintenance of firearms 4 hours of marksmanship training which includes a shooting test that requires a minimum of 70%  score [...]

Armed Security Guard Certification (2 part class)2025-10-29T19:16:32-04:00

Conducted Energy Weapon (CEW) User Course

Conducted Energy Weapon (CEW) User Course Class cost: 75.00 (4 hours) This course provides the basic operational theory and practical training for users to reasonably safely and effectively operate CEWs. This course covers the major CEWs, and will certify those who successfully complete the course as CEW users CEW Technology Neuro‐muscular Incapacitation Medical and Safety Information Legal Issues Targeting Probe Removal Risks Associated with CEW Use CEW Cam and CEW Cam HD Medical and Safety Information The course also includes several drills and a knowledge assessment is required. Exposure during the Instructor Course is not required, it is voluntary. We do not require officers to be [...]

Conducted Energy Weapon (CEW) User Course2025-10-29T18:57:07-04:00

Tactical Handcuffing and Search

Tactical Handcuffing and Search Class cost: $75.00 (4 hours) Tactical handcuffing and search is a course designed to assist security professionals with information and practical techniques in the proper application of wrist restraints and search procedures without the concern of civil repercussions Use of force and force applications of locks Handcuff Nomenclature Types of Subjects to Handcuff Criteria to Legitimately Search Locks and Takedowns Search Procedures Selection/Maintenance Function/Operation Positioning/Application The course also includes several drills and knowledge assessments for the certification. This is a physical class and students will need to be able to get up and down from a standing [...]

Tactical Handcuffing and Search2026-01-12T15:23:18-05:00

Basic Expandable Baton Course

Basic Expandable Baton Course: Class cost: $75.00 (4 hours) This Expandable Baton Basic Certification Program is a 4-hour course. It is designed around the blocking and striking capabilities of the straight expandable baton Stance Patterns of Movement Baton Grip Baton Methods of carrying Baton Draws Baton Two-Handed Grip Blocks Baton Counter Strikes Baton Retention

Basic Expandable Baton Course2026-01-12T15:21:31-05:00

Aerosol Weapons Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) Certification

Aerosol Weapons Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) Training:    Class cost: $75.00 (4 hours) This security guard training training is designed as an OC (Oleoresin Capsicum) training course to use any brand of aerosol weapons. Our teaching is based on the latest curriculum. Through certified training, students will follow these objectives:  History of OC--Definitions and Components--Production--Effects--Delivery Systems--Deployment Considerations and Use of Force--Contamination and Decontamination--Health Risks--Policy and Procedure Consideration Expires in Two Years

Aerosol Weapons Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) Certification2025-10-29T18:52:19-04:00

Armed Security Guard Certification (2 part class)

ARMED SECURITY OFFICER / GUARD REQUIREMENTS FOR THE STATE OF TENNESSEE Class cost: $180.00 (16 hours) Training to become a Tennessee-certified armed security officer includes an examination covering specific subject materials. STATE REQUIREMENTS says all candidates must complete: 4-hour basic course that includes one (1) hour each of: Orientation Legal powers and limitations of a security guard/officer Emergency Procedures General Duties 8 hours in the classroom covering: Legal limitations on the use of a firearm Handling of a firearm Safety and maintenance of firearms 4 hours of marksmanship training which includes a shooting test that requires a minimum of 70%  score [...]

Armed Security Guard Certification (2 part class)2025-10-29T12:43:39-04:00

Armed Security Guard Certification (2 part class)

ARMED SECURITY OFFICER / GUARD REQUIREMENTS FOR THE STATE OF TENNESSEE Class cost: $180.00 (16 hours) Training to become a Tennessee-certified armed security officer includes an examination covering specific subject materials. STATE REQUIREMENTS says all candidates must complete: 4-hour basic course that includes one (1) hour each of: Orientation Legal powers and limitations of a security guard/officer Emergency Procedures General Duties 8 hours in the classroom covering: Legal limitations on the use of a firearm Handling of a firearm Safety and maintenance of firearms 4 hours of marksmanship training which includes a shooting test that requires a minimum of 70%  score [...]

Armed Security Guard Certification (2 part class)2025-10-29T12:42:30-04:00

Armed Security Guard Recertification

ARMED RE-CERTIFICATION     Class cost: $80.00 (4 hours) A re-certification for a Tennessee armed security officer must occur every two years. Every two (2) years armed security guards must complete 4 hours of refresher training and re-qualify in the use of a firearm by achieving a minimum of 70% on any silhouette target course approved by the commissioner prior to the renewal of their guard registration. Subject material covered in re-certification:  Firearms safety guidelines -- Function and operation of a firearm -- Basic marksmanship skills -- Practical Performance      

Armed Security Guard Recertification2025-10-29T12:41:22-04:00

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