Initial Security
Individual classes Ā· Physical classes
Less than Lethal (1 Time as long as you have the Certificate)
āThis course trains security guards in the safe, legal use of lessāthanālethal tools such as batons, OC spray, and electronic control devices. Students learn proper deployment, useāofāforce limits, decisionāmaking, and liability awareness. Tennessee requires deviceāspecific certification before a guard may carry or use any lessālethal weapon on duty.ā
Initial BLS(Basic Life Support Hospital) 2 Years
Lorem Ipsum is simply dummy text of the printing and typesetting industry. Lorem Ipsum has been the industry's standard dummy text ever since the 1500s,
Initial Active shooter (1 Year)
Lorem Ipsum is simply dummy text of the printing and typesetting industry. Lorem Ipsum has been the industry's standard dummy text ever since the 1500s,
Initial Dallas Law (2 Years)
Lorem Ipsum is simply dummy text of the printing and typesetting industry. Lorem Ipsum has been the industry's standard dummy text ever since the 1500s,
Initial unarmed security (2 Years)
An initial unarmed guard in Tennessee must be at least 18, a U.S. citizen or resident alien, and demonstrate good moral character. The role requires a state-certified 4-hour training course covering legal powers, patrol duties, and emergency procedures. Applicants must pass a fingerprint-based TBI/FBI background check. Once the $70 fee and application are submitted via the CORE portal, guards can often work for up to 75 days while their permanent registration is processing.
Enhanced armed guard (1 Year)
This elite registration enhancement allows highly experienced Tennessee security professionals to carry and deploy rifles and shotguns while on duty. Restricted to veterans and former law enforcement, this 16-hour course covers advanced tactics, scenario-based deployment, and secure long-gun storage. This certification is required to legally provide high-level security services involving long firearms in the state of Tennessee.
Initial armed security (2 Years)
This course provides the required training to become a Tennessee armed security officer. Students learn legal responsibilities, useāofāforce limits, firearm safety, marksmanship, and proper carry procedures. Training includes classroom instruction and liveāfire qualification to prepare guards for safe, professional armed duty.
Unarmed Guard Training
4-hour comprehensive training program for unarmed security officers.
Armed Security Certification
Complete armed security guard certification program. Available at Location A and Location B.
Enhanced Handgun Carry Permit
Tennesseeās Enhanced Handgun Carry Permit course now requires a minimum of 4 hours of classroom instruction plus a liveāfire range component. Most instructors deliver the class in about 6 hours total. Training covers firearm safety, legal responsibilities, carry laws, and a required shooting qualification
Ready to start INITIAL SECURITY ?
Enroll in our initial security classes and take the first step towards your security career.