Get Certified As An Armed Security Officer

Become an armed security officer with comprehensive training from seasoned weapons experts.

Price

$250.00

Location

10922 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60643

In-Class Time

20 hours

Get certified to carry revolvers and semi-automatic pistols

Learn proper gunhandling and safety

Meet employer requirements and make more money

Advance Your Career With Armed Security Guard Training

On average, armed security guards in Illinois earn 15% more than unarmed security guards. Get certified to carry and advance your career opportunities with a certification course for security guards that teaches proper safety and handling for semi-automatic pistols and revolvers.

What You’ll Learn

  • All armed security guard training requirements
  • How to aim, fire, and reload small arms
  • Identifying threats in the line of duty, vital for armed security training
  • Firearm safety guidelines and conflict resolution techniques
  • Proper weapons maintenance (disassembly, cleaning, and reassembly)
  • How to handle pistols and revolvers safely and responsibly for armed security guard duties

Upcoming Evening Classes

Upcoming Weekday Classes

28 Hour Armed Weekday: 12/4/2024 – 12/6/2024

10922 S Western Ave Chicago, IL, United States

28 Hour Armed Class Weekday: MUST HAVE BASIC 20 UNARMED CERT TO TAKE THIS COURSE. MUST BE 21 YEAR OF AGE OR OLDER. NOTE: STUDENTS ATTENDING THIS COURSE WILL RECEIVE TRAINING AND DUAL CERTIFICATIONS WITH FOR REVOLVER AND SEMI-AUTOMATIC HANDGUNS. FEES: Weekday Revolver & Semi-automatic Class: $250 (includes range fees, ammunition, and firearm rental)   CLASS DATES & TIMES Weekday Class Wednesday: 1pm-5pm (please arrive @ 12:45 w/ photo ID & a copy of your 20 Hour Unarmed State Certificate.) Thursday & Friday: 9am-5pm Range for this class will be held on the Friday evening of your class week.

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28 Hour Armed Weekday: 12/11/2024 – 12/13/2024

10922 S Western Ave Chicago, IL, United States

28 Hour Armed Class Weekday: MUST HAVE BASIC 20 UNARMED CERT TO TAKE THIS COURSE. MUST BE 21 YEAR OF AGE OR OLDER. NOTE: STUDENTS ATTENDING THIS COURSE WILL RECEIVE TRAINING AND DUAL CERTIFICATIONS WITH FOR REVOLVER AND SEMI-AUTOMATIC HANDGUNS. FEES: Weekday Revolver & Semi-automatic Class: $250 (includes range fees, ammunition, and firearm rental)   CLASS DATES & TIMES Weekday Class Wednesday: 1pm-5pm (please arrive @ 12:45 w/ photo ID & a copy of your 20 Hour Unarmed State Certificate.) Thursday & Friday: 9am-5pm Range for this class will be held on the Friday evening of your class week.

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28 Hour Armed Weekday: 12/18/2025 – 12/20/2024

10922 S Western Ave Chicago, IL, United States

28 Hour Armed Class Weekday: MUST HAVE BASIC 20 UNARMED CERT TO TAKE THIS COURSE. MUST BE 21 YEAR OF AGE OR OLDER. NOTE: STUDENTS ATTENDING THIS COURSE WILL RECEIVE TRAINING AND DUAL CERTIFICATIONS WITH FOR REVOLVER AND SEMI-AUTOMATIC HANDGUNS. FEES: Weekday Revolver & Semi-automatic Class: $250 (includes range fees, ammunition, and firearm rental)   CLASS DATES & TIMES Weekday Class Wednesday: 1pm-5pm (please arrive @ 12:45 w/ photo ID & a copy of your 20 Hour Unarmed State Certificate.) Thursday & Friday: 9am-5pm Range for this class will be held on the Friday evening of your class week.

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28 Hour Armed Weekday: 1/2/2025 – 1/3/2024

10922 S Western Ave Chicago, IL, United States

28 Hour Armed Class Weekday: MUST HAVE BASIC 20 UNARMED CERT TO TAKE THIS COURSE. MUST BE 21 YEAR OF AGE OR OLDER. NOTE: STUDENTS ATTENDING THIS COURSE WILL RECEIVE TRAINING AND DUAL CERTIFICATIONS WITH FOR REVOLVER AND SEMI-AUTOMATIC HANDGUNS. FEES: Weekday Revolver & Semi-automatic Class: $250 (includes range fees, ammunition, and firearm rental)   CLASS DATES & TIMES Weekday Class Wednesday: 1pm-5pm (please arrive @ 12:45 w/ photo ID & a copy of your 20 Hour Unarmed State Certificate.) Thursday & Friday: 9am-5pm Range for this class will be held on the Friday evening of your class week.

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28 Hour Armed Weekday: 1/8/25-1/10/25

10922 S Western Ave Chicago, IL, United States

28 Hour Armed Class Weekday: MUST HAVE BASIC 20 UNARMED CERT TO TAKE THIS COURSE. MUST BE 21 YEAR OF AGE OR OLDER. NOTE: STUDENTS ATTENDING THIS COURSE WILL RECEIVE TRAINING AND DUAL CERTIFICATIONS WITH FOR REVOLVER AND SEMI-AUTOMATIC HANDGUNS. FEES: Weekday Revolver & Semi-automatic Class: $250 (includes range fees, ammunition, and firearm rental)   CLASS DATES & TIMES Weekday Class Wednesday: 1pm-5pm (please arrive @ 12:45 w/ photo ID & a copy of your 20 Hour Unarmed State Certificate.) Thursday & Friday: 9am-5pm Range for this class will be held on the Friday evening of your class week.

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28 Hour Armed Weekday: 1/15/25-1/17/25

10922 S Western Ave Chicago, IL, United States

28 Hour Armed Class Weekday: MUST HAVE BASIC 20 UNARMED CERT TO TAKE THIS COURSE. MUST BE 21 YEAR OF AGE OR OLDER. NOTE: STUDENTS ATTENDING THIS COURSE WILL RECEIVE TRAINING AND DUAL CERTIFICATIONS WITH FOR REVOLVER AND SEMI-AUTOMATIC HANDGUNS. FEES: Weekday Revolver & Semi-automatic Class: $250 (includes range fees, ammunition, and firearm rental)   CLASS DATES & TIMES Weekday Class Wednesday: 1pm-5pm (please arrive @ 12:45 w/ photo ID & a copy of your 20 Hour Unarmed State Certificate.) Thursday & Friday: 9am-5pm Range for this class will be held on the Friday evening of your class week.

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28 Hour Armed Weekday: 1/22/25-1/24/25

10922 S Western Ave Chicago, IL, United States

28 Hour Armed Class Weekday: MUST HAVE BASIC 20 UNARMED CERT TO TAKE THIS COURSE. MUST BE 21 YEAR OF AGE OR OLDER. NOTE: STUDENTS ATTENDING THIS COURSE WILL RECEIVE TRAINING AND DUAL CERTIFICATIONS WITH FOR REVOLVER AND SEMI-AUTOMATIC HANDGUNS. FEES: Weekday Revolver & Semi-automatic Class: $250 (includes range fees, ammunition, and firearm rental)   CLASS DATES & TIMES Weekday Class Wednesday: 1pm-5pm (please arrive @ 12:45 w/ photo ID & a copy of your 20 Hour Unarmed State Certificate.) Thursday & Friday: 9am-5pm Range for this class will be held on the Friday evening of your class week.

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28 Hour Armed Weekday: 1/29/25-1/31/25

10922 S Western Ave Chicago, IL, United States

28 Hour Armed Class Weekday: MUST HAVE BASIC 20 UNARMED CERT TO TAKE THIS COURSE. MUST BE 21 YEAR OF AGE OR OLDER. NOTE: STUDENTS ATTENDING THIS COURSE WILL RECEIVE TRAINING AND DUAL CERTIFICATIONS WITH FOR REVOLVER AND SEMI-AUTOMATIC HANDGUNS. FEES: Weekday Revolver & Semi-automatic Class: $250 (includes range fees, ammunition, and firearm rental)   CLASS DATES & TIMES Weekday Class Wednesday: 1pm-5pm (please arrive @ 12:45 w/ photo ID & a copy of your 20 Hour Unarmed State Certificate.) Thursday & Friday: 9am-5pm Range for this class will be held on the Friday evening of your class week.

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28 Hour Armed Weekday: 2/5/25-2/7/25

10922 S Western Ave Chicago, IL, United States

28 Hour Armed Class Weekday: MUST HAVE BASIC 20 UNARMED CERT TO TAKE THIS COURSE. MUST BE 21 YEAR OF AGE OR OLDER. NOTE: STUDENTS ATTENDING THIS COURSE WILL RECEIVE TRAINING AND DUAL CERTIFICATIONS WITH FOR REVOLVER AND SEMI-AUTOMATIC HANDGUNS. FEES: Weekday Revolver & Semi-automatic Class: $250 (includes range fees, ammunition, and firearm rental)   CLASS DATES & TIMES Weekday Class Wednesday: 1pm-5pm (please arrive @ 12:45 w/ photo ID & a copy of your 20 Hour Unarmed State Certificate.) Thursday & Friday: 9am-5pm Range for this class will be held on the Friday evening of your class week.

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28 Hour Armed Weekday: 2/12/25-2/14/25

10922 S Western Ave Chicago, IL, United States

28 Hour Armed Class Weekday: MUST HAVE BASIC 20 UNARMED CERT TO TAKE THIS COURSE. MUST BE 21 YEAR OF AGE OR OLDER. NOTE: STUDENTS ATTENDING THIS COURSE WILL RECEIVE TRAINING AND DUAL CERTIFICATIONS WITH FOR REVOLVER AND SEMI-AUTOMATIC HANDGUNS. FEES: Weekday Revolver & Semi-automatic Class: $250 (includes range fees, ammunition, and firearm rental)   CLASS DATES & TIMES Weekday Class Wednesday: 1pm-5pm (please arrive @ 12:45 w/ photo ID & a copy of your 20 Hour Unarmed State Certificate.) Thursday & Friday: 9am-5pm Range for this class will be held on the Friday evening of your class week.

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What’s Provided

Course certification and diploma upon completion

Job leads upon completion of class

All study materials

Ammunition for firearms training

Gun rental

Waived range fees

Targets

What To Bring

Proof of Completion for 20-Hour Unarmed State Security Training*

A valid photo ID**

Pen & paper for notes

*You must complete the 20-hour basic unarmed security certification before enrolling in the 20-hour armed security certification.

**Participants must be 21 years of age or older

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