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This enhanced curriculum expands upon the standard 8 Hour Annual In-Service course. Our custom DCJS-approved 13 Hour Annual In-Service is designed to provide security professionals with the additional training, practical skills, and real-world firearms experience needed to better protect themselves and others in today’s unpredictable environment.

To attend this course, students must possess:

• A valid NYS Security Guard Registration Card
• A valid pistol license pursuant to NY Penal Law Section 400.00

The course includes:

• 4 hours of instruction in NYS Penal Law Article 35 (Use of Force / Deadly Physical Force)
• 9 hours of live-fire range training, firearms instruction, and qualification

To successfully complete the program, students must pass a written examination on Article 35 and successfully qualify with a handgun.

Train beyond the minimum. Prepare for reality.

Required Documentation

Students must bring the following to participate in this course:

• Social Security card AND driver’s license AND

One of the following:

• Valid NYS pistol permit
• LEOSA credentials

Required Equipment

Students must report with duty‑appropriate gear, including:

• Pen and notepad
• Baseball style hat
• Proper and comfortable footwear
• Proper and comfortable clothing
• Deep dark / blacked out sunglasses
• Duty type firearm
• Duty‑style hip holster (outside of the waistband)
• Duty belt with belt keepers
• Duty‑type flashlight with holder
• A total of 3 magazines minimum. 
• Duty style magazine holders that attach to your duty belt
• Eye protection and ear protection (product recommendation)
• Recommend 150 rounds of ammunition (minimum 100 required)
• Water & snacks (especially if you have sugar issues)

Special Considerations

• "Duty type firearm" is defined as a semi-automatic pistols, 9mm or larger caliber with a magazine capacity of at least seven rounds, or double action revolvers, .38 special or larger caliber with a capacity of at least five rounds.
• You must complete this course with the firearm you intend to carry for work. Confirm any employer‑specific requirements before attending.
• You may qualify with multiple firearms; additional qualification fees apply per firearm.
• Duty‑type firearms only. No snub‑nose revolvers, subcompacts, dart guns, blow guns, airsoft, paint guns, simunitions, laser or “Dirty Harry”‑style guns.
• No thigh rigs. Low‑ride holsters are acceptable.
• If you own a ballistic vest, bring it on range days.
• Attendance is required for all training days. No exceptions.
• Unsafe firearm handling or failure to follow instructions will result in immediate dismissal from the course.
• Shotgun or rifle intro included. 
• You may take the rifle & shotgun certification (additional fee).