Oregon Security Officer TraininG

GuardForce Academy takes pride in providing top notch security training that meets the Oregon DPSST requirements to be certified as a Security Officer in Oregon. Additionally, GuardForce Academy is proud to offer beginner and advanced level handgun/rifle classes for those wishing to advance their individiual skills with firearms.

Security officer in uniform with holstered firearm observing individual at reception, relevant to GuardForce Academy's security training courses.

we offer exceptional programs and discounts for Security entities who choose us as one of their preferred instructors

Unarmed Security Officer Courses

Remote Training

All you need is a phone, tablet or computer

Offering the 14 hr Unarmed Basic Security Officer Training as well as the biennial 4 hr refresher course. This course qualifies toward certification by Oregon’s DPSST for initial applicants and those wishing to obtain recertification as Unarmed Security Officers. The instructor is a DPSST certified instructor. These courses are conducted remotely via Google Meets. Each student must be 18+ years of age to attend this class.

There is no prerequisite for this course

Armed Security Officer Courses

required to be in Person

Offering an in person 24 hr Armed Security upgrade and the annual 4 hr armed refresher course that satisfies the DPSST requirements for certification/recertification as an Armed Security Officer. These courses will be a blend of classroom and range time. Each student must be 21+ years of age in order to attend this class. Each individual will need to have a weapon (no P320’s), holster (no paddle holsters), dual magazine pouch, 3 magazines, minimum of 150 rounds of ammunition and body armor is recommended but not required. Gear is available for rental ($100 and includes all needed ammunition). RANGE FEES ARE INCLUDED IN THE PRICE OF THE CLASS.