Texas Private Security Level III (Commissioned)

Armed Private Security Officer

Duration: 45 hours

$349.99

Fee

Richard Buchfink

Instructor Bio

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Description

45 Hours - 5-day course

This course qualifies the Security Officer to become armed. In this course, you will learn the laws, Rules, and Regulations necessary to do the job legally.

You will be certified on the Baton and a Firearm. The Firearm Qualification minimum caliber is 9 mm or .38 caliber for a Revolver. The Range fee is covered in the cost of the course, but you will need to supply your ammunition. 50 rounds for your handgun and 9 rounds of 00 Buckshot for a 12 gauge Shotgun. (A shotgun will be provided for your use.) A 9 mm handgun can be provided if you do not have your own.

To receive your commission as an armed security officer you must take both the level II and Level II courses.

 

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Topics Covered

  • How to avoid becoming a victim
  • Authority to Arrest
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Crime Scene
  • Field Notes and Report Writing
  • Patrol Services and Cover
  • Things to look for on Patrol
  • Rules on the Use of Force
  • Handcuffing
  • Self Defense

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Expectations and Outcomes

  • Attend the education training
  • Pass the written exam
  • Pass the shooting Qualification

All participants that complete the Texas DPS standards will be awarded a certificate to upload to the state in TOPS for the certification completion.

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Types

Security Training & Certification

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Documentation Requirements

Please ensure you have these documents for class.

  • Current State Drivers Licesne or Idenfication Card
  • Texas PSB Level 2 Certification (Level 3 certificate will be issued after proof of Level 2 certification) You can complete the training while finishing up level 2
  • Last six numbers of the Social Security Number 

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Requirements

  • Current State Drivers Licesne or Idenfication Card
  • Texas PSB Level 2 Certification (Level 3 certificate will be issued after proof of Level 2 certification)
  • Last six numbers of the Social Security Number 
  • Firearm, 9mm or .38 caliber and above
  • Ammunition, 50 rounds
  • 00 Buck, 9 Shot shells (12 Ga) 
  • Reminder to Bring an additional 100 rounds for those who added on the Fight from the Holster training