Renew Armed Security Officer Guard Card License Training Nashville Tennessee
Alliance Training and Testing
$70
$70
Yes, if your license has expired within the last ninety (90) days, you can renew it.
Armed security officers may renew during this time but are not authorized to work with an expired license.
● Marksmanship Training (4 hours): You must complete a silhouette target course approved by the commissioner and achieve a minimum score of 70%
● Additional Training: If you carry any less-than-lethal devices, such as a baton, electronic control device, or chemical spray, you must complete training specific to each device
Your employer is responsible for keeping records of this training.
All training courses must be taken by a certified trainer approved by the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance.
Yes. The course has been thoroughly reviewed and fully approved by Private Protective Services and meets all requirements under Tenn. Code Ann. § 62-35-118. This states that all candidates must complete at least four (4) hours of marksmanship training administered by a certified trainer, and achieve a minimum of seventy percent (70%) on any silhouette target course approved by the commissioner.
This course takes 4 hours, and it takes place in one day.
The course costs $70.
Armed Renewal Class $70
License Renewal Fee $60
Total = $130.00
You’ll need:
● Pistol
● Magazine
● Holster
● Duty Belt or Sturdy Belt
● Ear & Eye Protection
● 50 Rounds Ammo
Please note that you must use factory-manufactured ammunition.
Reloaded or "recycled" ammunition is not allowed.
Yes. We have several types of pistols to choose from, and you can use the weapon for free if you register for the class.
You must, however, purchase 50 rounds of ammunition; reloads are not allowed.
The authorized calibers are:
● 380
● 9MM
● 32 caliber
● 38 caliber
● 40 caliber
● 45 caliber
● 357 Sig.
Yes, you can qualify with a standard 12-gauge shotgun.
No, rifles are not approved.
Yes. You will need to pay a fee of $30 per additional pistol.
You will also need 25 rounds of ammunition and a spare magazine for each additional pistol.
Yes. Handgun permit training does not meet the 16 hours of qualifying training required for the armed guard license.
No, carrying a firearm while working as a security guard before receiving your armed security guard registration card is illegal.
Working While Your Application Is Pending
You can work as an unarmed security guard while waiting for your license if you:
• Submit a completed application form
• Submit proof of fingerprinting
• Submit a recent head-and-shoulder photograph
• Pay the application fee
• Keep a copy of the completed application on you at all times you are on duty
You can only work in this capacity for 75 business days from submitting your application.
You cannot work as an armed security guard until you receive your registration card.
The course will consist of firing 50 rounds at different distances and times:
● You will fire 30 rounds at a distance of 2-3 yards
● You will fire 15 rounds at a distance of 5-7 yards
● The remaining five rounds will be fired at a distance determined by the instructor, but it will be at least 10 yards
At least five rounds of the 50-round qualifying course should be fired using the duty ammunition the security guard intends to carry.
The course will consist of firing ten rounds at different distances:
● You will fire three rounds of buckshot at 5-7 yards while standing
● You will fire five rounds (3 slugs and 2 buckshot) at a distance of 12-15 yards, firing 3 shots standing and two shots kneeling
● You will fire two slugs at a distance of 20+ yards, firing one shot standing and one shot kneeling
The armed security guard license course is NOT a beginner class.
We recommend that all students learn to operate a pistol safely, proficiently, and confidently before registering for the class.
Each student has three opportunities to pass the final exam.
Students can attend the next scheduled armed security guard class (marksmanship training) free of charge to have time to practice and improve their skills.
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