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Arizona Armed Guard Card Training

16-hour initial armed training | 8-hour annual armed refresher

Arizona Security Group provides the required 16-hour initial Armed Security Guard training and 8-hour annual Armed Refresher training for Arizona Security professionals.  Our course cover firearms safety, legal responsibilities, use of force, markmanship, range qualification, and the responsibilities associated with working as an Armed Security Guard. 

Train Today. Prepared Tomorrow.

AZ DPS License 1564220

  • 16 Hours
  • $175
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16-Hour Armed Security Guard Card Course

The armed guard card class runs 8 hours a day for two days and will allow students to obtain their Arizona Armed Guard Card. Successful students must demonstrate a knowledge and proficiency of armed security guard issues by passing a written test with a minimum score of 70 percent at the conclusion of the class. Students will also be required to display shooting proficiency by firing a 50-round qualification on our range and achieving a score of at least 70 percent. In total, 50 rounds of ammunition will be used during this course.

Students who have completed the course requirements are eligible for an Arizona Concealed Weapons Permit (CCW). ASG will provide the paperwork and required documents at no charge upon request. The permit fee is currently $60.

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8-Hour Armed Security Guard Card Refresher Course

The armed guard refresher class is an 8-hour course designed for currently licensed armed security guards to satisfy their annual training requirements each calendar year or armed guards who need to renew their license after 4 years. All students must demonstrate a knowledge and proficiency of armed security guard issues by passing a written test with a minimum score of 70 percent. Students will also be required to display shooting proficiency by firing a 50-round qualification and achieving a score of at least 70 percent. In total, a minimum of 50 rounds of ammunition will be used during this course. After the course, for those interested and qualified, we will assist students with their application for an Arizona Concealed Carry Permit (CCW)

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Armed Guard Course Details

Our armed guard courses cover the information you need to obtain or renew your Arizona armed guard card.

16-Hour Guard Card Course

  • For: New and 4-Year Renewal Students
  • New Student Cost – $175.00
  • Does not include AZDPS Fee 

Curriculum

Day 1
  • Basic Marksmanship
  • Weapons Care & Maintenance
  • Mental Conditioning & Tactics
  • Use of Force
  • Arizona Revised Statutes
Day 2
  • Range Qualification
  • Review of Course Material
  • Written Test
  • Paperwork & Prints
  • AZ CCW Paperwork-if requested

8-Hour Refresher Course

  • For: Annual Training (Yearly Qualification) 
  • Class Cost – $100

Curriculum

Day 1: 
  • Range Qualification
  • Review of Mental Conditioning & Tactics
  • Review of Use of Force
  • Review of Arizona Revised Statutes
  • Written Test
  • Review Written Test and Answers
  • Paperwork & Prints
  • AZ CCW Paperwork (upon request)

What to Bring for Armed Guard Training

With the exception of rental firearms, students are expected to bring their own gear to training courses.

For the Classroom

  • Note-Taking Materials (Pen, Paper, Tablet, etc.)
  • Snack and Beverages

For the Range

  • Duty Weapon and Three Magazines
  • 50 Rounds of Ammunition
  • Duty Gear – A holster is required. Vest is optional
  • Eye and Ear Protection
  • Appropriate Range Clothing
  • Please note – No food or drink is allowed on the range

Students that do not have a duty weapon to qualify with may rent one from the range. Arizona Security Group does not provide weapons, magazines or ammunition. 

Please contact the range to inquire about rental fees:  C2 Tactical (480) 588-8802

If you rent a firearm from the range or purchase ammunition from them, you will need to bring a government issued photo ID with you, as required by law for weapons rental and ammunition sales.

Sign Up for Armed Security Guard Courses from ASG

With expert instructors, hands-on training, and flexible scheduling, Arizona Security Group is your trusted partner for receiving your armed guard card. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your career—sign up now and secure your spot in our next armed security officer training class!

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Do You Have Questions About Armed Guard Card Training?

If you are considering taking a course to receive your armed guard card, here are the answers to few common questions.

Those interested in obtaining their armed Security Guard card must have completed the 8 hour unarmed training before taking the 16 hour armed guard course.

Renewing armed guards may complete the 8-hour Armed Refresher course. The refresher also satisfies the annual firearms training requirement for currently licensed Armed Security Guards. 

If you fail to qualify, you may be given a code to re-register for the next class at a reduced rate at the instructor’s discretion. If you fail to qualify a second time, you must re-register again at full cost.

No. Arizona does not recognize out-of-state security guard registrations or firearms training as a substitute for Arizona’s required armed security guard training. 

No. Students should be familiar with and proficient with their firearms before qualification. 

Armed security guards are required to complete an 8 hour refresher course every calendar year. Our 8 hour armed guard course will satisfy this requirement. The annual training does not have a license fee associated with it.

Arizona Security Group offers armed guard card courses taught by experienced instructors. With our hands-on approach and assistance with required paperwork, we’re the right choice to support your security career.

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