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75E Security Officer Handgun 

DCJS VA Approved and Accredited Training School. .All courses offered.
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The DCJS 75E Security Officer Handgun course is required for those who intend on performing the duties of an Armed Security Officer in Virginia. The student will be required to attend the entire course, complete a written exam, and qualify with each caliber of handgun he/she intents on carrying or having immediate access to while on duty. 

“Firearms training endorsement is required for all private security services business personnel who carry or have immediate access to a firearm while on duty. Each person who carries or has immediate access to firearms on duty shall qualify with each type of action and caliber of firearm to which he has access.” (Source: DCJS Administrative Code 6 VAC 20-171-365)

“An “Armed security officer” means a natural person employed to (i) safeguard and protect persons and property or (ii) deter theft, loss, or concealment of any tangible or intangible personal property on the premises he is contracted to protect, and who carries or has access to a firearm in the performance of his duties.”  (Source: DCJS Administrative Code 6 VAC 20-171-10)

Course Time: 24 Hours

Practical handgun handling
Fundamentals of marksmanship
Dim light/low light/reduced light practice and familiarization
Use of force
Liability
Judgmental shooting
Lead exposure

*** Written examination required