Alliance Training and Testing is Tennessee’s premier home for armed security guard officer training and certification, and unarmed security guard officer training and certification. With years of experience and thousands of successful graduates now pursuing professional opportunities in armed and unarmed security, we have the tools and resources you need to get the training you want for the career you have dreamed about. Our school is based in Nashville, Tennessee, and offers both in-class and online training and certification, as well as unique partnerships with security industry leaders that enable us to offer advanced and unparalleled training opportunities. Online courses from Alliance Training and Testing are the convenient way to gain certification for unarmed security guard officer jobs in Tennessee. We use proven methods to teach you valuable skills that will protect yourself, your clients, and the public from real threats to property and personal safety.
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Yes, you can apply for the license; however, you must be employed by a licensed Security Company or Proprietary Security Organization to work as an Armed or Unarmed Guard
Yes, doormen and bouncers duties involve control, regulation, or direction of the flow or movements of the public on private property as specified in Tennessee Code Annotated § 62-35-102
No, professional licensed security officers are in high demand in Tennessee and licensed security officers enjoy increased opportunities for immediate full-time and part-time employment
No. Bounty hunters are hired by the bond agent as specified in Tennessee Code Annotated § 40-11-3
A bounty hunter cannot:
Have a criminal record
Must notify the local police of the defendant's location
Present to the police:
Copy of the warrant and bond
Evidence of bond agent hiring the bounty hunter
Yes, if you do not attend the class on the training date selected your exclusive and sole remedy is to re-schedule for an alternate training date within 60 days of the original training date selected
No, all sales of products and services are final
We make no guarantees of successful completion or licensure Alliance Training & Testing reserves the right to refuse to train or certify any student for any reason whatsoever
Yes, both courses have been thoroughly reviewed and fully approved by Private Protective Services and meet all requirements specified in Tennessee Code Annotated § 62-35-118
No, we have a very high success rate Students are required to achieve 70% on the final exam We follow all the best practices of instructional system design, ensuring our students succeed The course includes chapter reviews and progress quizzes that effectively prepare students for the final exam
No, we have a very high success rate Students are required to achieve 70% on the final exam
Every student will have three (3) opportunities to re-take the final exam
Yes, the course is mobile responsive and accessible on any smartphone with an internet connection
All students have access to complete the course for up to 30 days Every student will complete the entire course by investing only 10 minutes a day for 30 days
Yes, the course has been thoroughly reviewed and fully approved by Private Protective Services and meets all requirements under Tennessee Code Annotated § 62-35-118
Yes, the course has been thoroughly reviewed and fully approved by Private Protective Services and meets all requirements under Tennessee Code Annotated § 62-35-122
The armed security guard license course is NOT a beginner class We recommend that all students learn how to operate a pistol safely, be proficient with the weapon, and be confident with manipulation skills before registering for the class
Every student will have (3) opportunities to pass the final exam
Students may attend the next scheduled armed security guard class (marksmanship training) free of charge to have time to practice and improve their skills
Yes, the handgun permit training DOES NOT meet the sixteen (16) Hours of Qualifying Training for the armed security guard license
You must have completed the unarmed security guard license class within twelve (12) months of the selected training day and in that case, you will be eligible for the unarmed to armed upgrade class
Yes, but doing so will cost $20 more than the traditional armed security guard license class
Yes, individuals who are Part-Time, Retired, Reserve Officers, or no longer employed as active police officers will have to complete the training course
Training requirements are waived if you supply one of the following:
P.O.S.T Certificate
Latest In-service (within last year)
Letter from the Department of Human Resources or Personnel stating you are a Full-Time Sworn Peace Officer
The letter must include the make, model, and caliber of the weapon.
You will still need to complete fingerprinting and pay the application fee
Students can complete the entire course in 4.5 to 5 hours by design
The unarmed security license class is a one-day class 5 to 5.5 hours in length including orientation, breaks and exam time
The armed security license class is a two-day class (16) hours in length (8 hours of training each day)
The unarmed to armed security license class is a two-day class (12) hours in length (4 hours Day 1 / 8 hours Day 2)
The armed security license renewal class is a one-day class (4) hours in length
No. We use PayPal to collect payments, but students may use Visa, MasterCard, and American Express cards to make payments.
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Online Unarmed Class $60
Fingerprints $35.15
License Fee $70
Total = $165.15
Unarmed Class $65
Fingerprints $35.15
License Fee $70
Total = $170.15
Unarmed to Armed Class $120
Fingerprints $35.15
License Fee $105
Total = $260.15
Armed Class $160
Fingerprints $35.15
License Fee $105
Total = $300.15
Online Unarmed Class $60
Unarmed to Armed Class $120
Fingerprints $35.15
License Fee $105
Total = $320.15
Armed Renewal Class $70
License Renewal Fee $60
Total = $130
Weapon | Magazine | Holster | Duty Belt or Sturdy Belt | Ear & Eye Protection | 50 Rounds of Ammo (Factory Ammo Only / No Reloads
Yes, we have several pistols to choose from, and there is no charge to use one if you register for the class
You will need to purchase 50 rounds of ammunition; reloads are not allowed
Reloaded or "recycled" ammunition is ammo that has been previously fired and then reloaded to use again
380, 9MM, 32 calibers, 38 calibers, 40 calibers, 45 calibers, & 357 Sig
Yes, Private Protective Services approved a standard 12 Gauge shotgun
No, rifles are not approved
Yes, the cost is $30 per additional pistol You will need 25 rounds of ammunition and a spare magazine for each additional pistol
Alliance Training & Testing provides a free eBook with step-by-step instructions to complete the security guard licensing process These steps and the free eBook are available on our website License Process page
Yes
Allow a minimum of four (4) to six (6) weeks for license application processing Time varies due to background checks and exams Wait three (3) weeks before calling to verify your application status
Pending issuance, denial, or renewal of a registration card, the applicant may work ONLY as an UNARMED SECURITY GUARD, if the applicant:
Submits a completed application form, proof of fingerprinting submission, a head-and-shoulder photograph taken within the last six (6) months, and pays the application fee
The applicant keeps a copy of the completed application form on the applicant's person while on duty
The applicant may only work using the completed application form for seventy-five (75) business days from the date of submission
You may check on the status of your license at verify.tn.gov
Submit a letter/e-mail explaining what needs to be changed, along with supporting documentation:
1 - Marriage License or Divorce Decree (the page showing where the maiden name was restored)
OR
2 - Court Order
OR
3 - Social Security card
If you want a new card, you must complete the request online on the CORE website. You will need to select the duplicate license request application and upload the required documents and a statement
There is a $25 fee for the duplicate license
Every two (2) years
It is recommended security officers complete renewal requirements thirty (30) days before the expiration date
A ninety (90) day late renewal period is afforded for license renewal
Unarmed and armed security officers may renew during this time but are not authorized to work with an expired license
No, as long the license is renewed before expiration
License Renewal Fee $50