Security Officer Training

VA

UNARMED/ARMED SECURITY OFFICER ENTRY LEVEL COURSES

01E – Unarmed Security Officer Course: 18 hours – $125

An unarmed security officer/courier means any person who performs the functions of observation, detection, reporting, or notification of appropriate authorities or designated agents regarding persons or property on the premises that individual is contracted to protect, and who does not carry or have access to a firearm in the performance of their duties.

05E Armed Security officer Arrest Authority: 8 hours – $100

individuals who safeguard and protect person and property or deter theft, loss, or concealment of any tangible or intangible personal property on the premises he or she is contracted to protect, and who carries or has access to a firearm in the performance of his or her duties. The officer also has the powers of arrest per the state of Virginia within their area of responsibility.

05E & 75E – Armed Security Officer Course: 32 hours – $250

01E PREREQUISITE – An armed security officer means a natural person employed to safeguard and protect persons and property or deter theft, loss, or concealment of any tangible or intangible personal property on the premises he is contracted to protect, and who carries or has access to a firearm in the performance of his duties.

75E – Armed Security Officer Course: 24 hours – $175

01E PREREQUISITE – An armed security officer means a natural person employed to safeguard and protect persons and property or deter theft, loss, or concealment of any tangible or intangible personal property on the premises he is contracted to protect, and who carries or has access to a firearm in the performance of his duties.

01E, 05E & 75E – Armed Security Officer Course: 50 hours – $350 plus range fee

An armed security officer means a natural person employed to safeguard and protect persons and property or deter theft, loss, or concealment of any tangible or intangible personal property on the premises he is contracted to protect, and who carries or has access to a firearm in the performance of his duties.

08E – Shotgun: 3 Hours – $100 plus ammo

Shotgun classroom training. Individual must first successfully complete entry-level or security officer handgun training.

09E – Advance Handgun: 14 Hours – $250

Advanced handgun training – required for the entry-level personal protection specialist who wishes to have firearms endorsement and optional for other armed registrants. The entry level handgun training is a prerequisite for taking the advanced handgun training.

32E – Personal Protection Specialist: 60 Hours – $650

A personal protection specialist means any individual who engages in the duties of providing close protection from bodily harm to any person.

02E – Private Investigator Course: 60 hours – $500

A private investigator means any individual who engages in the business of, or accepts employment to make  investigations to obtain information on crimes or civil wrongs; the location, disposition, or recovery of stolen property; the cause of accidents, fires, damages, or injuries to persons or to property; or evidence to be used before any court, board, officer, or investigative committee.

06E – Special Conservator of the Peace: 24 Hours – $350

“Armed special conservator of the peace” means a special conservator of the peace registrant who carries or has immediate access to a firearm in the performance of his duties. Any individuals who have been appointed by a Circuit Court to perform only those powers, functions, duties and responsibilities authorized within such geographic limitations as the court may deem appropriate.

 

FIREARMS RE-QUALIFICATION

• 08R – Shotgun Re-Qualification: $75
• 09R- Advanced Handgun Re-qualification: $250
• 07R – Handgun Re-Qualification: $150 plus range fee
• 32i – Personal Protection Specialist Renewal: $125

IN- SERVICE SPECIAL COURSES

01I- Security Officer In-service: 4 hours $75

32i – Personal Protection Specialist Renewal: 8 hours $100

A personal protection specialist means any individual who engages in the duties of providing close protection from bodily harm to any person.

02I – Private Investigator In-Service Training: 8 hours – $250

A private investigator means any individual who engages in the business of, or accepts employment to make  investigations to obtain information on crimes or civil wrongs; the location, disposition, or recovery of stolen property; the cause of accidents, fires, damages, or injuries to persons or to property; or evidence to be used before any court, board, officer, or investigative committee.

 

MARYLAND

Maryland  Armed Security Course: 40 hours – $250 plus ammo cost

Course covers the roles of private security, Maryland gun law, use of force, weapon handling and range qualification.

Maryland Armed Requalification: 8 hours – $175 plus ammo cost

 

WASHINGTON, D.C.

The Sirius firearms instructor will use his/her expertise in evaluating each security officer’s progress in comprehending and applying the material and concepts discussed in class. Depending on the expertise of the attending security officers, some fluctuation in the actual time covered for each subject is to be expected, but under no circumstances will the instructor provide less than 40 hours of training. It is very important to note, in instances where security officers are not adequately mastering the subject matter or are presenting a disruption to the class by repeated lateness, absences, or disrespectful behavior, such as talking or sleeping while the instructor is teaching that such behavior is an indication that the security officer is not suitable for holding a position as an armed security officer.

DC Metropolitan Police Department (SOMB): 40 hours – $325 plus ammo fee

• Firearms maintenance, Safety, and Handling
• Washington, D.C. gun law
• Basic Marksmanship
• Firearms Safety Rules/Common Sense
• Use of Force
• Fundamentals of Shooting
• Course of Fire
• Dry Fire Exercise
• Live Range Fire

 

SPECIALTY COURSES

• ​Less Lethal: OCAT/Expandable Baton: Teaches the skills necessary to combine the practicality and effectiveness of−OC aerosol and a straight baton−two of the most useful less lethal technologies available on the market today. You will learn to overcome resistance and establish control over a subject using a variety of techniques while utilizing OC and/or a baton.  ($99)
• First Aid/CPR/AED: Teaches students to recognize and care for a variety of first aid emergencies and how to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies to help victims of any age. Students who successfully complete this course will receive a certificate for Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED valid for two (2) years. ($100)
• CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers: Offers professional-level certification in basic life support skills including CPR and AED. BLS is typically required for healthcare providers and public safety professionals including Physicians, Nurses, Dental and Pharmacy Professionals, Physical Therapists, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Police Officers, Firefighters, and Athletic and Fitness Trainers. ($100)
• Tactical Handcuffing:  The Tactical Handcuffing Course provides customized training for Police, Corrections, Military and Private Security by utilizing simple, effective techniques that allow officers to quickly control and handcuff an individual. This course presents similar handcuffing skills that can be performed whether a subject assumes a kneeling, standing or prone positions. ($75)
• ​Less Lethal: OC Spray: This course is designed for civilians and public safety officers who deal with conflict or potential violence. This includes corporate security, federal, state and local law enforcement organizations, contract security companies, academic or healthcare law-enforcement and security, corrections, military police, probation and parole, bail enforcement, and executive protection. ($75)
• Less Lethal: Expandable Baton: This highly dynamic course is like no other because it provides you with useful defensive skills in all 3 zones of defense, especially for close quarter battles. It relies heavily on practical hands-on applications and is intended for those who want instruction in the proper uses of straight batons (expandable or rigid) used for self-defense and subject-control for escort and handcuffing. ($75)