Become A Certified State Security Officer In Illinois

Illinois law requires armed security officers to regularly renew their licenses. Keep your skills sharp and yourself safe with a re-certification class designed to improve weapon handling and safety.

Price

$95.00 per weapon

Location

10922 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60643

In-Class Time

30 minutes

Improve gun handling and safety

Strengthen your resume as a security guard

Stay compliant with licensing requirements

Don’t Let Expiring Certifications Hold You Back

If there’s been a gap in your employment as a professional security guard, or your security guard registration is nearing its expiration date, you may be required to take an armed security re-certification course in Illinois. Renew your certifications before they expire with a course that keeps you compliant and up-to-date with the latest safety protocols.

Security Training Center has provided security guard license renewal courses for thousands of state security officers since 1985. Our armed security re-certification classes are designed to ensure that you’re ready to handle your weapon on the job.

What You’ll Review

  • Modern security and safety protocols
  • Advanced weapons handling techniques
  • Proper firearm maintenance
  • Updated laws and regulations for security professionals

Upcoming Evening Classes

  • Re-Qualifications: 12/5/2025

    ARMED SECURITY RE-CERTIFICATION COURSES IN IL If there has been a lapse in your employment as a professional security guard, or if it has simply been a while since you’ve taken a class to further your security training, you may be required to take an armed security re-certification courses in Illinois. The experienced team at Security Training Center™ has been offering weapons training and other professional security courses since 1985. Armed security re-certification courses from Security Training Center™ are available by appointment only. These classes are designed to improve students’ weapon-handling skills and offer a refresher on basic safety protocols. To pass the re-certification course, participants must score at least 70 out of 100. Security Training Center™ provides weekly re-qualification courses. Please add a ticket for each firearm you will need to shoot with. If you prefer to pay in cash, please email us at info@securitytrainingcenter.com to request an appointment, otherwise please register online so we can save you a spot! Fridays ONLY: Please arrive at 3:30pm on Friday to Sporting Arms & Supply: 14216 S Western Ave., Posen, IL 60469. (must pre-register no later than Thursday afternoon by 3:00pm). Be proficient with your weapon, it could save your life […]

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  • Re-Qualifications: 12/12/2025

    ARMED SECURITY RE-CERTIFICATION COURSES IN IL If there has been a lapse in your employment as a professional security guard, or if it has simply been a while since you’ve taken a class to further your security training, you may be required to take an armed security re-certification courses in Illinois. The experienced team at Security Training Center™ has been offering weapons training and other professional security courses since 1985. Armed security re-certification courses from Security Training Center™ are available by appointment only. These classes are designed to improve students’ weapon-handling skills and offer a refresher on basic safety protocols. To pass the re-certification course, participants must score at least 70 out of 100. Security Training Center™ provides weekly re-qualification courses. Please add a ticket for each firearm you will need to shoot with. If you prefer to pay in cash, please email us at info@securitytrainingcenter.com to request an appointment, otherwise please register online so we can save you a spot! Fridays ONLY: Please arrive at 3:30pm on Friday to Sporting Arms & Supply: 14216 S Western Ave., Posen, IL 60469. (must pre-register no later than Thursday afternoon by 3:00pm). Be proficient with your weapon, it could save your life […]

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  • Re-Qualifications: 12/19/2025

    ARMED SECURITY RE-CERTIFICATION COURSES IN IL If there has been a lapse in your employment as a professional security guard, or if it has simply been a while since you’ve taken a class to further your security training, you may be required to take an armed security re-certification courses in Illinois. The experienced team at Security Training Center™ has been offering weapons training and other professional security courses since 1985. Armed security re-certification courses from Security Training Center™ are available by appointment only. These classes are designed to improve students’ weapon-handling skills and offer a refresher on basic safety protocols. To pass the re-certification course, participants must score at least 70 out of 100. Security Training Center™ provides weekly re-qualification courses. Please add a ticket for each firearm you will need to shoot with. If you prefer to pay in cash, please email us at info@securitytrainingcenter.com to request an appointment, otherwise please register online so we can save you a spot! Fridays ONLY: Please arrive at 3:30pm on Friday to Sporting Arms & Supply: 14216 S Western Ave., Posen, IL 60469. (must pre-register no later than Thursday afternoon by 3:00pm). Be proficient with your weapon, it could save your life […]

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Upcoming Weekday Classes

  • Re-Qualifications: 12/5/2025

    ARMED SECURITY RE-CERTIFICATION COURSES IN IL If there has been a lapse in your employment as a professional security guard, or if it has simply been a while since you’ve taken a class to further your security training, you may be required to take an armed security re-certification courses in Illinois. The experienced team at Security Training Center™ has been offering weapons training and other professional security courses since 1985. Armed security re-certification courses from Security Training Center™ are available by appointment only. These classes are designed to improve students’ weapon-handling skills and offer a refresher on basic safety protocols. To pass the re-certification course, participants must score at least 70 out of 100. Security Training Center™ provides weekly re-qualification courses. Please add a ticket for each firearm you will need to shoot with. If you prefer to pay in cash, please email us at info@securitytrainingcenter.com to request an appointment, otherwise please register online so we can save you a spot! Fridays ONLY: Please arrive at 3:30pm on Friday to Sporting Arms & Supply: 14216 S Western Ave., Posen, IL 60469. (must pre-register no later than Thursday afternoon by 3:00pm). Be proficient with your weapon, it could save your life […]

    Get Tickets $95.00 16 tickets left
  • Re-Qualifications: 12/12/2025

    ARMED SECURITY RE-CERTIFICATION COURSES IN IL If there has been a lapse in your employment as a professional security guard, or if it has simply been a while since you’ve taken a class to further your security training, you may be required to take an armed security re-certification courses in Illinois. The experienced team at Security Training Center™ has been offering weapons training and other professional security courses since 1985. Armed security re-certification courses from Security Training Center™ are available by appointment only. These classes are designed to improve students’ weapon-handling skills and offer a refresher on basic safety protocols. To pass the re-certification course, participants must score at least 70 out of 100. Security Training Center™ provides weekly re-qualification courses. Please add a ticket for each firearm you will need to shoot with. If you prefer to pay in cash, please email us at info@securitytrainingcenter.com to request an appointment, otherwise please register online so we can save you a spot! Fridays ONLY: Please arrive at 3:30pm on Friday to Sporting Arms & Supply: 14216 S Western Ave., Posen, IL 60469. (must pre-register no later than Thursday afternoon by 3:00pm). Be proficient with your weapon, it could save your life […]

    Get Tickets $95.00 20 tickets left
  • Re-Qualifications: 12/19/2025

    ARMED SECURITY RE-CERTIFICATION COURSES IN IL If there has been a lapse in your employment as a professional security guard, or if it has simply been a while since you’ve taken a class to further your security training, you may be required to take an armed security re-certification courses in Illinois. The experienced team at Security Training Center™ has been offering weapons training and other professional security courses since 1985. Armed security re-certification courses from Security Training Center™ are available by appointment only. These classes are designed to improve students’ weapon-handling skills and offer a refresher on basic safety protocols. To pass the re-certification course, participants must score at least 70 out of 100. Security Training Center™ provides weekly re-qualification courses. Please add a ticket for each firearm you will need to shoot with. If you prefer to pay in cash, please email us at info@securitytrainingcenter.com to request an appointment, otherwise please register online so we can save you a spot! Fridays ONLY: Please arrive at 3:30pm on Friday to Sporting Arms & Supply: 14216 S Western Ave., Posen, IL 60469. (must pre-register no later than Thursday afternoon by 3:00pm). Be proficient with your weapon, it could save your life […]

    Get Tickets $95.00 40 tickets left

What’s Provided

Course certification and diploma

All study materials

Renewal application form

Ammo

Gun rental

Waived range fees

Targets

What To Bring

A valid photo ID

Proof of armed security officer certification*

Pen & paper for notes

*You must be certified as an armed security guard to enroll in this course

Sign Up For A Security Guard License Renewal Course Now

Armed security re-certification courses from Security Training Center are available by appointment only. These classes are designed to improve students’ weapon-handling skills and offer a refresher on basic safety protocols. To pass the re-certification course, participants must score at least 70 out of 100.

Note: Be sure to submit all required documents, your renewal form, and applicable fees promptly to maintain your status as a registered armed security guard.

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