The initial firearms course required to become an armed security officer in Virginia.
What it covers:
Firearm safety rules & safe handling
Legal use of force (Virginia law)
Weapon mechanics (semi-auto handgun)
Proper grip, stance, trigger control
Live-fire range qualification (course of fire required by DCJS)
Who needs it:
Anyone applying for an armed security officer registration
Must already have or be completing 01E (unarmed entry-level)
Outcome:
Qualifies you to carry a handgun on duty
Adds firearm endorsement to your DCJS registration
The initial firearms course required to become an armed security officer in Virginia.
What it covers:
Firearm safety rules & safe handling
Legal use of force (Virginia law)
Weapon mechanics (semi-auto handgun)
Proper grip, stance, trigger control
Live-fire range qualification (course of fire required by DCJS)
Who needs it:
Anyone applying for an armed security officer registration
Must already have or be completing 01E (unarmed entry-level)
Outcome:
Qualifies you to carry a handgun on duty
Adds firearm endorsement to your DCJS registration