Our classes are scheduled based on the needs of our students. Each month, we conduct a poll to determine which classes are most in demand within our community. Once we receive enough interest in a specific class, we begin scheduling, starting with the most requested options. Please use the link below to let us know which class you’re interested in attending by entering in your contact info and DCJS Course Code.

Your feedback helps us plan our upcoming training schedule.


DCJS Courses

  • Security Officer Core Subject (01E) 18-Hr: $150

    The 01E Security Officer Course provides the foundational training required for unarmed security officers, armed security officers/couriers, security canine handlers, and alarm respondents. The curriculum covers the essential areas required by the Commonwealth of Virginia. Sign Up

  • Security Officer In-Service (01I) 4-Hr: $50

    Job-Related Training (4 hours)

    This course fulfills the in-service training requirements for security officers to maintain their certification and ensures continued competence in job-related responsibilities. Sign Up

  • Unarmed Security Officer/Courier (SO) 40-Hr: $450

    The Unarmed Security Officer/Courier position requires registration through the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS). Individuals in this role are responsible for maintaining safety and order in assigned areas without the use of firearms. Sign Up

  • Armed Security Officer Arrest Authority (05E) 8-Hr: $125

    This course provides instruction on the legal authority and limitations related to arrest for armed security officers. Sign Up

  • Security Officer Handgun (75E) 24-Hr: $350

    This course provides the mandatory handgun training for security officers seeking firearms endorsement in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The classroom and range instruction. Sign Up

  • Package Deal- (75E) & (05E) 24-Hr: $450

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  • Handgun Prerequisites (07E) 18-Hr: $325

    This entry-level handgun course provides foundational firearms training required for registration in Virginia. Classroom and range instruction. Sign Up

  • Firearm Re-Qualification (07R) 4-Hr: $150

    This course provides retraining for individuals previously certified in handgun training. Sign Up

  • Entry-Level Shotgun Training (08E) 3-Hr: $100

    This entry-level shotgun training course is designed for individuals who have successfully completed entry-level or security officer handgun training. Sign Up

  • Shotgun Re-Qualification (08R) 3-Hr: $100

    This course provides retraining for individuals previously certified in shotgun training. Sign Up

  • Advance Handgun (09E) 14-Hr: $350

    This advanced handgun training course is required for entry-level personal protection specialists seeking firearms endorsement and is optional for other armed registrants. Completion of entry-level handgun training is a prerequisite. Sign Up

  • Advance Handgun Re-Qualification (09R) 4-Hr: $200

    This course provides retraining for individuals previously certified in advanced handgun training. Sign Up

  • Entry-Level Patrol Rifle Training (10E) 16-Hr: $350

    This course provides retraining for individuals previously certified in advanced handgun training. Sign Up

  • Patrol Rifle Re-Qualification (10R) 4-Hr: $200

    This course provides retraining for individuals previously certified in patrol rifle training. Sign Up

  • Private Investigator Entry -Level (02E) 60-Hr: $850

    This course provides the mandatory entry-level training for individuals seeking registration as a Private Investigator in Virginia. The curriculum includes classroom instruction and practical exercises. Sign Up

  • Private Investigator In-Service (02I) 8-Hr: $250

    This course provides job-related in-service training required for the renewal of Private Investigator registration in Virginia. Sign UP

  • Executive Protection Specialist (32E) 72-Hr: $1,850

    This course provides the required entry-level training for individuals seeking registration as a Personal Protection Specialist in Virginia. The curriculum includes classroom instruction, practical exercises, and a written examination. Sign Up

  • Executive Protection Specialist In-Service (32I) 8-Hr: $200

    This course provides job-related in-service training required for the renewal of Personal Protection Specialist registration in Virginia. Sign Up

  • Instructor Development Course (13E) 60-Hr: $600

    This course provides the required entry-level training for individuals seeking certification as Virginia DCJS General Instructors. Sign Up

  • Instructor Development In-Service (13I) 4-Hr: $125

    The DCJS Instructor Development In-Service (13I) is a required 4-hour training course for individuals renewing their Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services General Instructor registration. Sign Up

  • Firearm Instructor Course (14E) 60-Hr: $650

    The Firearms Instructor Entry-Level course is designed for individuals seeking to become certified to instruct firearms training courses in Virginia. This is not a firearms training course; it is a course on how to instruct firearms training. Sign Up

  • Firearm Instructor In-Service (14I) 4-Hr: $125

    This course provides the required in-service training for renewal of Firearms Instructor certification in Virginia. Sign Up

  • Basic Armed Class (DCSPO) 60-Hr: $450

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