Action Defense is proud to offer the OPOTA Private Security Certification Courses. Our Instructors are certified in both Private Security and Law Enforcement Firearms Training. In addition to the basic requirements, Action Defense offers Less Than Lethal classes to Private Security companies and individuals to help in the preparation of the many conditions facing Private Security today.
2-Day Course | $230 for Class | Rentals and Supplies are additional.
The primary mission of Action Defense's Private Security Firearms program is to meet the needs of Ohio's Security forces by training proficient and prepared security guards who are ready to serve and adapt to the needs of their communities and employers.
This class fulfills all requirements to obtain your OPOTC Private Security Firearms Certificate.
4 Hour Course | $105 for Class | Rentals and Supplies are additional.
The State of Ohio requires that each armed security officer complete an annual re-qualification to demonstrate their proficiency with a firearms. Students must also pass a written test. This course must be completed by the expiration date of the certificate.
This class fulfills all requirements to obtain your Ohio Private Security re-qualification Certificate.
8-Week Course | $1850 for Class | $95 Test fee is additional
Taking Enrollment for Spring Session 2025!
The 124-Hour Private Security Academy offers specialized training that will provide graduates with enhanced skills and greater career opportunities. We aim to develop knowledgeable, ethical, and professional security officers who are ready to serve the needs of their employer and the community.
The Private Security Academy offers specialized training that will provide graduates with enhanced skills and greater career opportunities. We aim to develop knowledgeable, ethical, and professional security officers who are ready to serve the needs of their employer and the community.
This program is designed to prepare the student to demonstrate some of the following learning outcomes:
Examples of jobs you will become qualified for after certification are Security Officer, Campus Security Officer, Custom Protection Officer, Hotel Security Officer, Loss Prevention Officer, Safety and Security Officer, Hospital or Medical Campus Security Agent, Auxiliary Police, Security Agent for municipal or state agencies.
According to the bureau of labor statistics: 2023 National Average Pay: $40,440 per year | $19.44/Hour
Students must be 18 years or older. Students must not have a felony conviction on their background.
$1850 for Class | $95 Test Fee is additional. Payment Plans Available. Inquiries can me made to our office at 440-218-2029
For detailed information on the 124-Hour Private Security Academy, view and download our free course catalog here:
Action Defense's objective is to train proficient, prepared, and safe security guards. Your safety is just as important as that of the community you serve.
Whether you need to keep up on your firearms proficiency or become certified in other areas, we've got you covered!
Certifications in Less-Than-Lethal techniques are more in demand than ever before for Private Security as more and more employers seek qualified personnel who have these additional skill sets.
Our instructors ensure the student meets a competency-based standard of knowledge and performance. Each program is designed to prepare the student to demonstrate basic techniques as well as application procedures. In addition to learning the specifics of the weapon, students are always taught safety and proper use of force, capabilities of the weapon and its effects on the recipient, legal aspects, equipment maintenance, reporting and operational guidelines.
Below are is our current offering of in-demand electives and Firearm skills builders:
5 Hour Course | $125.00
Next Class: Nov.30, 2024
4 Hour Course | $125.00
Next Class: Jan.13. 2025
8 Hour Course | $175.00
Next Class: Mar. 10-11, 2025
8 Hour Course | $175.00
Next Class: Feb. 10-11, 2025
6 Hours | $160.00
Next Class: Nov. 30, 2024
Get your group certified in First Aid and CPR. Private classes available.
2 Hour Course | $50.00
Prepare for your Requalification with this Shooting refresher and skills builder.
3 Hour Course | $100.00
Practice and perfect your OPOTA Shooting SPO's in this course of shooting
NOTE: You must click a blue "ENROLL NOW" button on our website to begin your enrollment. (Clicking the calendar display will not bring you to our enrollment).
Schedule is subject to Change.
This policy applies to OPOTA 4-Hour and 20-Hour Classes
Action Defense is an approved Training Provider with the Office of Workforce Development. Funding may be available for eligible adults for our 124 Hour Private Security Academy, OPOTA Basic Firearms certification and the 4-Hour Private Security Firearms requalification. Visit your Ohio Means Jobs center for more info!
Here you will find forms for your OPOTA Firearms Courses.
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