Description
Class Format
- In Person: The class is held in person at one of our training sites.
- You must register for and attend the first day of the class to get access to the other days.
PLEASE NOTE: We no longer provide paper PS-6 forms. If you would like a paper copy of your PS-6 issued upon completion of the course, you can print one out from the DPSST website and bring it to class. Forms can be found on the DPSST website here.
Description
This course includes all the basic elements required to become certified in the state of Oregon as an Armed Security Professional. The class is taught by an Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) certified Private Security Firearms Instructor and consists of book learning, exercises, and a range component. This course is intended for those looking to become an armed private security provider as well as those who are new hires and need to receive their basic armed certification. Certification is good for 2 years upon application acceptance, however an annual refresher and qualification is required every year. Please bring valid form of government issued photo ID to class.
This course covers a wide range of topics related to the armed security provider. We have added additional content we feel is critical for anyone wanting to work as armed security officer, including material from STOP THE BLEED, our Oregon Concealed Handgun, and Use of Force training courses. Upon successfully completing the course students have the opportunity to receive additional course completion certificates for both STOP THE BLEED and Oregon Concealed Handgun at no additional cost. Just indicate whether or not you would like to receive these additional certifications when checking out.
Convicted felons, those with a documented history of serious mental illness (individuals can be assessed by instructor for waiver to participate), or that have been convicted of domestic violence are not eligible for participation. Initial certification requires background check and fingerprinting conducted by Oregon State Police.
Course Topics:
- Use of force
- Law and legal consideration
- Firearm and carry laws
- Duties of the armed security provider
- Firearm safety
- Firearm fundamentals
- Basic shooting principles
- Concealed handgun laws and rules
- Tactical considerations
- Tactical Movement
- Basic tactical first aid
- STOP THE BLEED
- Low light and flashlight use/considerations
- Weapon retention
- Malfunction clearing and maintenance
An application packet must be submitted to DPSST after conclusion of the course, the packet must include:
- PS-1 (Application for Licensure or Certification of Private Security Services Provider);
- A completed fingerprint card. A blank pre-printed FBI fingerprint card is included in the class packet. Proof of completing Fieldprint or Livescan electronic fingerprints is also acceptable.
- The original Form PS-6 (Affidavit of Instructor and Private Security Provider Testing Results) documenting completion of the training.
- Nonrefundable license fee (Includes background check fee). THIS FEE IS SEPARATE FROM THE CLASS FEE AND MUST BE PAID TO DPSST DIRECTLY.
- NOTE: You must also complete DPSST Unarmed Certification and submit the applications for Armed and Unarmed at the same time.
IF CURRENTLY DPSST CERTIFIED AND ADDING ARMED CERTIFICATION:
An application packet must be submitted to DPSST after conclusion of the course, the packet must include:
- PS-1 (Application for Licensure or Certification of Private Security Services Provider);
- Form PS-23
- The original Form PS-6 (Affidavit of Instructor and Private Security Provider Testing Results) completed as prescribed by OAR 259-060-0060; documenting completion of the training required.
- Nonrefundable certification or licensure fees. THIS FEE IS SEPARATE FROM THE CLASS FEE AND MUST BE PAID TO DPSST DIRECTLY.
Eligibility:
Armed Private security providers must be:
- At least 21 years of age; and
- Must have earned one of the following:
- A high school diploma; a General Education Development (GED) certificate; or a four-year, post-secondary degree issued by an accredited degree-granting college or university.
- Be of good moral fitness as determined by a criminal background check, department investigation or other reliable sources. A lack of good moral fitness includes, but is not limited to, mandatory and discretionary disqualifying misconduct as described in OAR 259-060-0300. Security professionals must demonstrate the Core Values of: Honesty, Good Character, Public Trust, Fair Treatment of Others, Respect for the laws of this state and nation.