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Unarmed Private Security Officer Course
 “Outstanding course”
 “Impressive instructors”
 “Thorough materials”
 
Armed Private Security Officer Course
 “Could not have found a better instructor”
 “Instructor covers all firearm safety to the “T”…”
 “I like that the program is offered at night and on the weekends so that I could attend”
 
Armed Private Security Officer Requalification
 “Great instructors”
 “Covers materials and safety well”
 “Helps with any firearm issues you may be having”

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Private Security Officer-UnarmedUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
11/2/2009
Private Security Officer- ArmedUse SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
11/7/2009

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 Frequently Asked Questions
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Does the academy have a job placement service? Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
No. However, the academy routinely invites representatives from agencies statewide to recruit from each class.  
I’ve taken classes at TCC before. Do I still need to fill out the TCC application for this program?Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
Yes.  Information must be updated when you apply for admission into any new program at TCC to verify that the information you provided before is still current.
How long does it take to complete the Unarmed Private Security Officer course?Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
The 40-hour course takes two weeks to complete. Participants attend Monday through Friday evenings during that time.
Do I have to take the unarmed course before I can take the armed course?Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
Yes. The unarmed course is a prerequisite for the armed course.
How long does it take to complete the Armed Private Security Officer course?Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
The 28-hour course requires two Saturday sessions and three evening sessions.
How often are courses offered?Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
Currently we offer courses at night, every other month.
If I am taking the armed course do I have to bring a gun?Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
No. We supply all equipment for this course, such as a gun, ammunition and targets.
Do you supply a gun for the 4-hour Private Security Officer Firearm Requalification course?Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
Yes, for an additional fee we can supply .38 revolvers and ammunition. If you are required to qualify with anything other than a .38 revolver, you must bring your own weapon and ammo.
How often do you have the 4-hour requalification course?Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
We offer it once a month, but if there is high demand we may offer it more often.
Can I make a good living as a Private Security Officer?Use SHIFT+ENTER to open the menu (new window).
According to the Agency for Workforce Innovation, the average entry-level salary for a private security officer is $8.35 per hour (or about $17,000 per year). The average salary for an experienced private security officer in Florida is $10.94 per hour (or about $23,000 per year).

 

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