Online Class “D” + Class “G” Security Officer Bundle Package
Live online classroom training with required in-person gun range qualification for students who want to complete both their Florida Class “D” and Class “G” security training through one bundle package.
Guards Institute provides professional security training programs for individuals seeking to become licensed unarmed and armed security officers in the State of Florida. This online bundle package is designed for students who want to complete both the required Class “D” unarmed security training and the Class “G” statewide firearms training through one professional training pathway.
Live Online Classroom Training + In-Person Gun Range Qualification
This bundle includes the required third-day in-person gun range qualification for the Class “G” portion while allowing students to complete the classroom portions online.
Who This Bundle Is For
- Individuals seeking to become licensed security officers in Florida
- Students who want to complete both Class “D” and Class “G” training
- Applicants entering the security field for the first time
- Individuals who want the flexibility of online classroom training while still completing the required in-person firearms range portion
What This Bundle Includes
Why Choose Guards Institute
Complete both your unarmed and armed security training through one school.
Complete the classroom portions of your training through live online instruction.
Our courses are designed around the Florida Class “D” and Class “G” training requirements.
Build knowledge in security operations, legal awareness, emergency procedures, patrol, reporting, access control, firearms safety, and marksmanship fundamentals.
Students receive guidance on the next steps after course completion.
Program Overview
This bundle package is designed for students pursuing both the Florida Class “D” Security Officer License and the Florida Class “G” Statewide Firearms License.
The Class “D” license is required to work as an unarmed security officer in Florida. The Class “G” license allows qualified individuals to work in an armed capacity where permitted by Florida law.
Students must complete the Class “D” course first before applying for the Class “G” license.
Become a Licensed Security Officer in Florida
- Complete the required 40-hour Florida Class “D” training course.
- Complete the required 28-hour Florida Class “G” firearms training course.
- Meet the age requirement of at least 18 years old.
- Undergo a background check and provide fingerprints and any required supporting documentation.
- Ensure you have legal authorization to work in the United States.
- Complete all applicable state licensing requirements through the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.
What You Will Learn
The Class “D” portion of this bundle teaches the foundations of private security, including physical security, access control, terrorism awareness, emergency procedures, patrol, communication, observation, traffic control, incident response, and report writing.
The Class “G” portion provides firearms-related instruction, including firearms safety, marksmanship fundamentals, firearms mechanics, handling procedures, loading and unloading, clearing malfunctions, liability awareness, and practical firearm proficiency development.
How This Bundle Works
Students must successfully complete all required online classroom and in-person range components in order to satisfy the full bundle requirements.
What’s Included
Please review the registration page for online course dates, live classroom schedules, and the required in-person gun range qualification date. Administrative services, ammunition, and range-related fees may be separate unless specifically stated in your registration package.
After Course Completion
Upon completing the Class “D” course, students will receive a Certificate of Completion. Upon completing the Class “G” course and required range qualification, students will receive a Certificate of Proficiency.
Applications are processed through the Division of Licensing of the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.
A hard copy of the Class “D” license costs $45, and a background check costs $52.75. Once approved, students may receive a temporary Class “D” license that allows them to work as licensed security officers in Florida while the hard copy is processed.
Applications are typically reviewed within 60–90 days. Students should also be aware that an annual 4-hour requalification is required each year to keep the Class “G” license active.
Licensing Office Information
Please check the Florida Division of Licensing for the regional office nearest to you.
Curriculum
- 2 Sections
- 29 Lessons
- 68 Hours
- Class D Security Training19
- 1.1Legal Aspects of Private Security
- 1.2Role of the Private Security Officer
- 1.3Security Officer Conduct and Professionalism
- 1.4Principles of Communication
- 1.5Observation and Incident Reporting
- 1.6Principles of Access Control
- 1.7Patrol Procedures
- 1.8Principles of Safeguarding Information
- 1.9Physical Security
- 1.10Interviewing Techniques
- 1.11Emergency Preparedness
- 1.12Safety Awareness
- 1.13Medical Emergencies
- 1.14Terrorism
- 1.15Event Security and Special Assignments
- 1.16Communications Systems
- 1.17Special Issues
- 1.18Introduction to Weapons
- 1.19Final Examination0 Questions
- Class G Security Training12
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