Texas Level III Commissioned Security Officer Training Program
Comprehensive Training for Armed Security Certification:
The Texas Level III Commissioned Security Officer Training Program provides complete preparation for individuals seeking to qualify for armed security positions. This 45-hour certification course is the required qualification level for security professionals who wish to carry a handgun while on duty. The comprehensive curriculum combines classroom instruction, practical defensive tactics training, and hands-on firearms qualification to ensure graduates are thoroughly prepared for the responsibilities of armed security work. Our program structure and content deliver a balanced approach to security training through classroom instruction, covering legal aspects, use of force continuum, situational awareness, threat assessment, documentation requirements, and professional conduct.
Defensive Tactics Training: Practical techniques for non-lethal response, restraint methods, and self-defense tactics. Students will also receive extensive training on handcuffing and baton strikes.
Scenario-Based Training: Utilizing state-of-the-art smokeless range systems to practice decision-making in realistic simulations. This additional training tests the student’s knowledge from the classroom presentation.
Handgun Qualification: Live-fire training and qualification testing to verify proficient and safe firearms handling Upon successful completion of the classroom portion and written examination, students proceed to the handgun qualification phase.
Additionally, all graduates will be referred to for the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI) psychological evaluation, which is a requirement for commissioned security officers. The cost of this evaluation is the responsibility of the student.
Cost: $300.00 per person
Course Duration: 45 hours total (classroom and range qualification)
Equipment Requirements: – Personal handgun – 50 rounds of ammunition, eye and ear protection. Students are responsible for all range fees. Handguns may also be rented from the range at the student’s cost.
Rescheduling Policy: Students may reschedule twice at no additional cost with 24-hour advance notice. Failure to provide timely notification will result in forfeiture of rescheduling privileges. After two rescheduling attempts, no refund will be provided.
Refund Policy: – No-shows forfeit the full amount paid – Students who fail either the classroom or range portions after two attempts will not receive refunds – Additional training attempts require payment of the full course fee. This training program meets all Texas state requirements for Level III security officer certification and provides the foundation for a successful career in professional armed security services.