How to Become a Commissioned Security Officer in Texas

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PSB Level 3 and 4 Requalification for Commissioned Security Officers (6hrs)

Texas Department of Public Safety's Private Security Bureau (PSB) requires 6 hours of Continuing Education training and firearms re-qualificationo every two (2) years to renew the Commissioned Security Officer License. This course provides the Level III re-qualification training and certification as required by the State of Texas and the PSB to renew your expired or expiring Commission. It includes both classroom and firearms range qualification.

Note : Licensed Mangers may take the course to fulfill 6 hours of continuing education (CE) credits toward Maintaining their Manager's License.

Required Equipment:

You are required to qualify with a Handgun and Shotgun during the class. The Handgun must be at least a .38 Caliber Revolver or at least a 9 MM Semiautomatic. Bring your Handgun, 50 rounds of ammunition and hearing protection for use during range qualification. If you do not have a Handgun, we will furnish the Handgun ( *Note – if you use our handgun you must use our ammunition for an additional charge) at time of class. The Shotgun must be a 12 Gauge. Bring your Shotgun and 10 Shotgun Shells (12 gauge – 00 Buck). If you do not have a Shotgun, we will furnish the Shotgun (Shotgun ammunition is an additional charge).

We will need all individuals that participate in this class to complete a safety waiver. This can be done in store, however, for speedy check in you may fill this waiver out at this website in advance www.smartwaiver.com/v/dfwgun

Prerequisites:

Level III Commissioned, either expired or expiring.

Cost : $75.00 (6 hours)

PSB Level II - Security Officer Course

This program will teach individuals with little or no previous experience the basic principals of the security industry using the State of Texas required materials. This course provides the Level II training and certification as required by the State of Texas. Once complete, you will be provided with the basic certification (to be submitted and approved by the State) to be able to work legally as an unarmed security officer in the State of Texas.

*Note : To become an armed security officer, you are then required to take the Level III course. You may continue with Level III on the same day as you complete Level II by also registering for the same day Level III program. This will allow you to continue the completion of both programs.

Required Equipment:

Notebook and pen

Prerequisites

None. This class can be taken in conjunction with the scheduled Level III program, but you must register for Level III separately.

Note : Please be advised under Texas Occupations Code Chapter 1702 and Texas Administrative Code Title 37, Part 1, Rule 35.4, a criminal conviction may disqualify you from a registration, commission or license in private security. You may wish to review the list of disqualifying offenses and the related periods of ineligibility, available via the Department of Public Safety's website at http://www.dps.texas.gov/rsd/psb/. You also have a right to request from the Department of Public Safety a criminal history evaluation letter under Texas Occupations Code Section 53.102.

Cost : $40.00 (6 hours)

PSB Level III Commissioned Security Officer Course (5 days)

This training program, designed to minimize the liability of both the officer and the company, is a 5 consecutive day – 45 hour course. This course provides the Level III training and certification as required by the State of Texas and the PSB, including both classroom and firearms range qualification. This is the Texas certification required to qualify as an Armed Security Officer. The officer is trained in basic security topics related to his or her daily assignments and responsibilities.

Subjects covered:

Private Security Act
Commission Rules
Texas Penal Code

Ethics
Conflict Resolution
Public Perception

Firearms, Shotgun & Handgun
Arrest Authority
Use of Force & Deadly Force

Required Equipment:

Prerequisites:

Level II

Note : Please be advised under Texas Occupations Code Chapter 1702 and Texas Administrative Code Title 37, Part 1, Rule 35.4, a criminal conviction may disqualify you from a registration, commission or license in private security. You may wish to review the list of disqualifying offenses and the related periods of ineligibility, available via the Department of Public Safety's website at http://www.dps.texas.gov/rsd/psb/. You also have a right to request from the Department of Public Safety a criminal history evaluation letter under Texas Occupations Code Section 53.102.

Cost : $185.00 (45 hours)

PSB Level IV - Personal Protection Officer (2 Days)

This is the 15 hour (two consecutive days) Texas Department of Public Safety – Private Security Board's (PSB) Level IV Personal Protection Officer (PPO) course. It fulfills the State of Texas training requirements of the PSB for a Personal Protection Officer license. Items covered include how to protect the principle when alone or as a team. Threat avoidance techniques are shown, and how to plan and scout escape routes. Some defensive tactics are taught as well as transportation tips, and the importance of proper planning.

Note : We do not administer the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI) Test which is required before submitting a PPO registration to PSB.

Subjects Covered:

Options in Personal Protection
Comprehensive Protection Planning
Coordination with local Authorities
Building a Client Profile
Rings of Protection

The Force Continuum
Unarmed Defensive Tactics
Oleoresin Capsicum Training
Private Security Act & Commission Rules
Texas Penal Code

Conflict Resolution & Avoidance
Public Perception
Arrest Authority
Use of Force & Deadly Force

Required Equipment:

None. All equipment is provided. There is no gun range work required in this class.

Prerequisites:

The PSB Commission Rule 430.1 states that an applicant for a Personal Protection authorization must have already been issued a Commission.

Cost : $200.00 (15 hours)

Shooting Only Requalification for Level III Security

This is a SHOOT ONLY requalification for TX PSB Level III Security. This is NOT the six hour Continuing education class required by the TX PSB to renew an expired or expiring state issued commission card. It serves as an addendum certificate to satisfy the 90 day expiration of certificates issued without a registration by a licensed security company. May also be used to satisfy company protocols of their officers firearm standards.

Course of fire will be by a certified PSB Level III instructor and a hard copy certificate will be provided upon passing requalification.

Equipment Required:

Pistol of 9mm or above with 1 magazine, 50 rounds of handgun ammunition ( a handgun may be provided at no charge but officer is responsible for purchasing ammunition from DFW Gun Range. Personal ammunition purchased somewhere else may not be used in DFW Gun Ranges range guns)

12 gauge Shotgun (Optional)with 6 rounds of 9 pellet 00 buck ammunition ( a shotgun may be provided at no charge but officer is responsible for purchasing ammunition from DFW Gun Range. Personal ammunition purchased somewhere else may not be used in DFW Gun Ranges range guns)

Eye and Ear protection and a target will be provided at no additional cost.

Cost : $35.00 (1 hour)

Customer Testimonial

"Went here to get a concealed weapons license. This has to be the best gun range in Dallas. The instructor(s) was really helpful and made sure everyone understood everything about the gun laws a nd handling guns, ect. Everyone passed the 10 hour class with higher then a 90. They offer self defense, Brazi lian Jitsu, have a lot of different guns, knowledgeable staff. If this is your first time with guns this is a great place to be." - Brandy Z, Houston, TX

How to Become a Commissioned Security Officer in Texas

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How to Become a Commissioned Security Officer in Texas

Security Officer - Licensing

Training Programs

Who We Are

PSB Level 3 and 4 Requalification for Commissioned Security Officers (6hrs)

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PSB Level II - Security Officer Course

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PSB Level III Commissioned Security Officer Course (5 days)

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PSB Level IV - Personal Protection Officer (2 Days)

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Shooting Only Requalification for Level III Security

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