Armed G Course
Florida pays more for professionals who can legally carry on duty. Our Class G Armed Security License Course transforms licensed unarmed guards into sought-after, higher-paid officers ready for any assignment.
Armed Security Course
Upgrade your security license to provide greater security presence and protection!
$279
- 🔫 CLASS “G” COURSE
ARMED SECURITY COURSE
Level Up Your Security Career — Carry, Protect & Earn More
Florida pays more for professionals who can legally carry on duty. Our Class G Armed Security License Course transforms licensed unarmed guards into sought-after, higher-paid officers ready for any assignment.
What You’ll Learn
- Firearms Fundamentals & Safety — safe carry, cleaning, and maintenance
- Deadly Force & Legal Responsibilities — when and how you can act within Florida law
- Marksmanship & Defensive Shooting — accurate, confident firearm use under stress
- Situational Awareness & Threat Response — spot danger early and respond effectively
- Weapon Retention & Holster Techniques — keep your firearm secure on duty
- Firearm Instruction and Training
ARMED SECURITY CLASS-G COURSE
Congratulations on you wanting to take your career to the next level! Being an armed guard is a lot of responsibility and it is very important to have quality training! Knowing how to handle your firearm, in the rights of the law, and even more importantly how to protect the innocent unarmed civilians is a must in this licensed capacity.It is our passion to educate individuals to effectively protect souls, property, and assets. Our armed course is all about firearm laws, safety, handling, operations, mechanical training, and marksmanship. This education will consist of classroom, tactical drills, and range training.In order to obtain a Class “G” Statewide Firearm License, each applicant must successfully complete the 28-hour initial qualification course. This course provides students with the basic knowledge and proficiency skills needed to safely handle and shoot a handgun (revolver or semiautomatic pistol).
- Why This
Course Beats the Rest
- 🏆 Elite Instructors — Learn from veteran firearms trainers & agency owners with decades of field experience.
- 🔫 Hands-On Firearms Training — dry-fire drills, real-life scenarios, two live range days — you’ll feel confident and safe.
- ⚖️ Florida Use-of-Force & Law Coverage — protect yourself and your employer with clear legal knowledge.
- 🚀 Career Boost & Higher Pay — armed posts command top wages and premium assignments.
- 🛡️ Safety Beyond the Range — extra tactical certifications available after graduation (Weapon Retention and Defense plus Stop the Bleed Emergency First Aid).
- 🏅 Award-Winning Training Center — voted Best Security Company on the Treasure Coast.
Florida Class G Armed Security Course FAQs
All Florida Security Services holds Armed G Certification classes during the third week of every month, Monday through Thursday, from 9 AM to 5 PM. Seats fill quickly, so reserve your spot early by calling the office or registering online.
Before enrolling in Class G training, you must first hold a valid Class D license. The Class D license provides the foundational training required for security officers, while the Class G license authorizes qualified security personnel to carry a firearm while on duty.
Yes, Florida law and FDACS regulations require all students to finish the Class D unarmed security training before enrolling in Class G armed training. This sequence ensures officers build foundational skills before progressing to firearms certification and armed duty.
The Class G course runs for a total of 28 hours, held Monday through Thursday from 9 AM to 5 PM during the third week of each month. Plan to attend every session, since missing time may affect certification.
First, obtain your unarmed D license through classes held the first week of every month, Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 6 PM. Then enroll in G license classes, offered in the third week, Monday through Thursday.
Your security license is renewed with FDACS.gov. All Class-G license holders are required to complete a 4-hour Annual G-Requalification every year before their month/day of expiration.
You can see upcoming dates and register for our annual G-Requalification course here:
The minimum age to obtain an armed security guard license, also known as a Class G license, is 21 years old in Florida. This age requirement applies regardless of any prior unarmed security experience.
The armed Class G course is offered in person at our Port St. Lucie facility and runs for a total of 28 hours. Be sure to bring proper range gear and required documentation on class days.
Register for the Class G course by visiting join.securityinflorida.com/armed-security-course and submitting a $99 deposit, or call our office at 772-595-5335. Staff can confirm available dates and answer any questions before you commit.
No, armed Class G courses are only available in person due to the required firearms and range training. Students must attend our Port St. Lucie facility to complete the hands-on portions of this course.
The Class G course costs $279, which covers the required 28 hours of firearms training and instruction. Additional expenses like range fees and ammunition costs are billed separately and are not included in this price.