Overview

Firearms and Defensive Tactics for the Security Industry

This program has been specifically designed to meet the licensing requirements for a Security (Guard) Weapons Licence in Queensland.

The course provides participants with the skills and knowledge to:

safely and effectively determine a response to risk situations
manage incidents using firearms, ballistic vests, batons and handcuffs.

Participants will also receive training in:

weapon retention
weapon disarming
weapon maintenance
the legalities pertaining to the use of force

Our instructors are industry professionals with several years’ experience in the safe handling of firearms in Security, Military, and Recreational Shooting environments.

If you are already a licensed armed security officer and need to complete your re-validation course, you will need to complete Annual Firearms Re-certification.

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Course Outcomes

On successful completion of this course you will be awarded a Statement of Attainment. This will allow for the application to Weapons Licensing Queensland for a Security (Guard) Firearms Licence with firearm categories C, E and H.

This will be a requirement for the following job roles:

Armed Guard
Armed Cash in Transit
Plain Clothes Cash-in-Transit

Entry Requirements

In order to undertake this course, you must:

currently hold or be applying for a Class 1 Security Providers Licence with the endorsement for Security Officer (Cash-In-Transit) or equivalent certifications. Not sure if this is you? Contact us.
Be 18 years of age or older and have had no criminal convictions in previous 10 years to be eligible for a Security Providers Licence. Note: driving offences (e.g. speeding, drink driving, etc.) are not normally disqualifying offences.
Be an Australian Citizen or hold an appropriate Visa to work in the Security Industry in Queensland. Please note, we are unable to train international students or those on a student visa.

There are no prerequisite units required for entry into this course.

However, you will require basic English language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills. If you have not previously completed any vocational training you may be required to undertake an Online LLN ASSESSMENT prior to commencing enrolment in this course.

You must be able to read and understand organisational policies and procedures, write reports and communicate with others in plain English.

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Units of Competency

This qualification is customisable to suit the needs of individual participants and includes a total of three elective units. The units in this course have been chosen to ensure you meet the licensing requirements to apply for a Weapons Licence in QLD.

Elective units

CPPSEC3002A Manage conflict through negotiation
CPPSEC3003A Determine response to security risk situation
CPPSEC3007A Maintain security of environment
CPPSEC3008A Control security risk situations using firearms
CPPSEC3014A Control persons using baton
CPPSEC3015A Restrain persons using handcuffs
10618NAT Course in Firearms Safety (Category H)

Delivery Options

This course is delivered over 1 week (6 days) in-class supported by a self-paced assessment workbook.

You will attend 1 day at a live firing range where you will receive individual coaching before your safe handling skills and marksmanship are assessed.

The program is conducted primarily as a practical scenario based course with both written and practical assessments. Emphasis is placed on the safe handling of firearms and selecting an appropriate response to risk situations.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Asset College does not offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) on courses with industry licensing outcomes. This includes the Firearms and Defensive tactics course regardless of previous firearms handling experience.

Online

Asset College does not offer online training for this course.

Pathways

To increase your employability in the security sector you may wish to further your training with one of the following qualifications:

Course Fees

Course fees may vary depending on location of the course.

Fee-for-service
$1250

Payments Plans may be available

Firearms Licensing

Applications made for Security Guard Firearms Licences are handled by the Weapons Licencing Branch of the Queensland Police. This service incurs a fee to process, approve and issue licences which is not included in the cost of the course.

The licensing application process will be discussed on the course. For more information please head to Weapons Licensing QLD.

Course Dates and Locations

Book now by selecting one of the following locations to view upcoming course dates and prices.

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Testimonial

“I was so impressed with the Certificate II class I went on to do my Cert III and my Firearms & Defensive Tactics course as well. During the course Asset College assist you in the application process for getting your security licence and and I can’t wait to start work in the industry.

Thanks to James, Craig, Glenn, Peta, Brooke and the rest of the Asset College team for a fantastic experience and to the new friends I met on the way!”

Keith Holman

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Matthew Wall is an awesome instructor. So much knowledge and patience. Such a great security course. I learned so much!

Angie Lynn Leigh

2018-10-05T07:01:31+0000

I recently had an RPL completed with Asset College Australia. Henry Winzar was very helpful outlining what evidence and experience was required to complete the Cert 4 in Project Management. I will recommend to Asset College to friends and colleagues with confidence. Thanks!!

Anthony Wagner

2018-09-19T22:02:50+0000

Asset College is fantastic and their Recruitment Events really pay off. I highly recommend them to everyone. Thanks Asset!

Terri Anne Gossage

2018-09-04T03:26:32+0000

Just completed my cert 3 in Security Operations at meadowbrook campus. Matthew, Lynn and Graham were my trainers and i cannot speak HIGHLY enough of how awesome they are. I'm so glad i chose asset for my training and i will definitely be back for more qualifications through them. Keep the awesome work up guys!!

Tegan Stonham

2018-07-21T09:46:34+0000

Currently attending a Cert III in Security Operations at North Lakes. Staff are brilliant and very helpful. My Trainer/Facilitator is very professional and extremely knowledgeable in many if not all facets of the Security Industry. I also have a great group of class mates, working together and being a team is very important to me. See you all tomorrow �

Jason Elliott

2018-05-20T00:42:47+0000

Have just completed and received my Certificates for Security Operations cert 3, First aid/CPR, Cash in Transit and Security firearms/defensive tactics. Trainers were great and very informative and also seemed very knowledgeable of not only the topics covered but the industry the training was relevant to. Would certainly consider further training and refreshers with Assest anytime. Thanks again to James, Ian, Lyn and Kevin. (Hope I got your names right) greatly appreciated. Also a shout out to Tenille at reception who was great to deal with and very helpful, Cheers.

Ray Tonkin

2018-03-29T10:05:10+0000

Great organisation. I look forward to completing courses with them this year.

Jai Jamieson

2018-03-27T23:54:41+0000

I recently completed my Cert II in Security Operations and Aviation Security training under Craig Tyson’s teachings. Absolutely great course and loved every minute of it. Two short weeks later upon finishing my qualifications I was interviewed for a Aviation Transport and Screening Officer position. I have now been accepted into ISS at Brisbane Airport and I have Craig and the whole Asset team to thank!

Lauren Maree Frances Paton

2018-02-23T03:51:08+0000

Professional, Great Facilities and Staff that ensures you are in good hands to achieve the required outcomes

Ian Hodgson

2018-01-19T08:05:41+0000

I just finished my Security course at Logan a few weeks ago and these guys were brilliant. Especially our onsite trainer at Logan (I wont say his name to help him out - lol but he knows who he is). I have never seen a trainer actually keep things real so well. Most trainers I find are just pompous twits, but he was fantastic and would do all my courses in future with him. Great job as a company also guys. Thanks

Jaymie Johnson

2017-11-06T02:47:35+0000

Completed my Cert III in Security Operations today at the Meadowbrook location, I found my Trainer Matthew Wall extremely knowledgeable and someone who took great pleasure in sharing that knowledge. As someone who has partaken in a few courses (IT Certifications and one failed Tafe Cert III years ago) I found this course to be the best one I have done. If I was to come across someone wanting to know if there was a place that was good to get their training through I would certainly encourage them to follow up with Asset Training, and most certainly recommend Matthew as a trainer.

Neil Mcguire

2017-10-13T13:28:48+0000

Doing my certificate 3 in Security. 3 days in and already got a job lined up for when I get certificate.

Duane Daniel Bartlett

2017-09-20T22:25:08+0000

Todd E Philippe

2017-05-26T22:13:13+0000

I have just recently completed the CERT II, CERT III in Security Operations and the Aviation, Maritime & Security Screening Course. I could not fault the Asset Training Australia team. Their instructors and support staff are all of a very high standard, everyone was helpful and very supportive. I would have no hesitation in recommending Asset Training to anyone considering a career in the Security Industry.

Charles Perry

2017-05-19T07:51:11+0000

Enjoyed the course I just completed with them Cert lll.Would highly recommend Asset to anyone interested in obtaining their Security License.

Sandy Tait

2017-05-01T03:58:55+0000

I would like to thank all the team at asset for your help in securing a position with wilson security. From the first day of of doing my cert2 and 3 in security with kevin and fiearms with James and then going for pre screen interview with mike and attending the wilson event.u guys go and above and beyond what most trainning organisations do and i would highly recommend this company to others

Martin Reuben

2017-04-18T02:57:57+0000

Big "SHOUT OUT" to ALL the staff at Asset for their Professional approach to Training & equipping me & many others, especially in our class to achieve our Job Search Goals. I was prepared well by the Team at Asset as I have been given a job offer with ISS as an Aviation Protection Officer / Screening. The training was Fun & Professional hence I recommend it to a friend who has since enrolled himself into the next course.� Joe

Joe Mathews

2017-04-07T07:19:11+0000

Thouroughly enjoyed course. Cert11 Cert 111..Havent studied so had for so long..Thanks Dave and Renee Asset Training Hemit Park Townsville..Love yor work..Well Done.

Shirley Stevens

2017-04-07T06:40:26+0000

Did security operations cert 2 & 3 The trainer was excellent.

Callum Deland

2017-04-07T03:24:16+0000

After previously completing First Aid & CPR with Asset and experiencing their interactive approach, industry knowledge and professionalism - something I had not experienced at other RTOs, I did not hesitate to continue my professional development with ATA and am excited to have just completed a dual Certificate IV in Training and Assessment together with Small Business Management. I'm looking forward to the next part of my journey :D

Natarsha Tyson

2017-04-05T02:59:58+0000

Jamal Carab

2017-04-03T11:28:13+0000

I recently completed a CertIV in training and assessment and business management and couldn't recommend ATA enough. Trainers all very helpful with any question. It was a new challenge for me as I hadn't undertaken a course above Cert III before and am happy with how I went and greatful for the support I received from ATA. Thanks and I looking for my next area of interest you offer.

Scott Campbell

2017-03-26T09:14:02+0000

Recently completed Cert 2 &3 in Security teachers were awesome class was fun would highly recommend

Ellen Mcleod

2017-03-21T04:41:09+0000

Awesome flexibility and knowledge the the trainer (Chris) also made the course very enjoyable. Would recommend and will recommended to anyone interested in security. 11/10

Jarren Cross

2017-03-19T05:06:06+0000

I completed cert 2 & 3 security operations Jan Feb this year I have recommended others to train with asset & i will be going back for more training. Go for it people.

Michael Benson

2017-03-01T03:15:23+0000

I have just decided to make a career changes and booked in and did the Cert 2 and Cert 3 in security. We had James the first week and then Kevin, both of these trainers were excellent and knew what they were talking about plus any help required if we needed it along with humour. I will be going to do my aviation screening course on 30th Jan and have already applied to ISS and MSS but they need my license no so as soon as that is acquired and before will be looking for jobs. I thoroughly recommend females to book in and try this course out as we are needed in the security areas too.

Denise McDougall Long

2017-01-21T06:24:04+0000

Blaze Komicioski Najdovski

2016-08-24T00:56:12+0000

Tim Cooke

2016-08-15T01:03:27+0000

Rama Krishna Reddy Valluri

2016-06-10T07:38:04+0000

I am not in the habit of writing reviews normally however I have been dealing with Brooke Shellback regarding RPL and other training matters and have to say I have never dealt with anyone so helpful and quick to action requests for information. Brooke provided the "go to" person that you seek in an organisation to actually get things done and professionalism is a refreshing find. Asset Training Australia presumably know how well served they are by Brooke but if not I hope this helps. Regards Graham Matthews

Graham Matthews

2016-06-03T03:19:08+0000

Vesna Kitanovska

2016-03-19T05:59:03+0000

Best place to go to re-new your security Licence go to the North Lakes office & ask for James .

Jason O'keeffe

2016-02-11T06:42:37+0000

Chris Johnson

2015-11-14T07:15:15+0000

Great quality training from highly experienced trainers

Anthony Carlon

2015-11-05T09:20:12+0000

I recently completed my Certificate II in security operations and Batons & Handcuffs licence at North Lakes led by James Hickey. He was a knowledgeable and all-round fantastic teacher. I was very impressed by the ease of signing up and completing my courses, and I would like to thank you all for guiding me on my career path.

Stephanie Lynette Horsley

2015-10-25T11:29:46+0000

Just completed a cert 2& 3 in Security Operations, It was fantastic! James was our trainer for the course and he was very helpful, fairly well knowledgeable with what he was teaching and made sense of confusion by using real world scenarios. Couldnt ask for better! Keep it up guys :)

Danny J. Silby

2015-09-27T04:01:41+0000

Kyle Terra Nova

2015-09-09T05:46:40+0000

Ben Kelly

2015-07-06T06:11:25+0000

Kayla England

2015-07-05T13:20:00+0000

SaiFo Almsalawi

2015-07-01T16:00:15+0000

Wesley Fee Pennings

2015-05-28T01:38:22+0000

Had a brilliant time doing my cert 2 and 3 in security. Craig is an exceptional teacher and i will have to come back for more courses.

Dwayne Million

2015-04-24T01:51:05+0000

I have just finished the 2 courses (Cert 2 & Cert 3 in Security Operations) and that was delivered across 2 weeks and the staff, trainer and training was fantastic. I would highly recommend Asset Training Australia and the Townsville instructor Dave Powell for any security industry training in the future. Dave was very good at making the instructions interesting and it was very well delivered. I felt that I actually learnt and retained the information and also understood all that was being discussed, Dave has a lot of security industry knowledge and it shows. I will be doing more courses here with Asset Training Australia – Townsville in the future, a very big thanks to Dave for an exciting course and to Renee for all of the help that was given to me as well, thanks heaps.

BenJamin Howie

2015-04-14T01:43:20+0000

Very enjoyable and informative course, ian, kim and paul all had a very sound knowledge of the industry which made learning from them easy. They were always open to answer any questions and help out wherever needed. Thanks guys!

Brenton Turnbull

2015-02-27T02:38:21+0000

When I missed my Weapons renewal (financial reasons) other organizations were trying to make me do the entire weapons course again as the certificates had run their time, But Mark gave me RPL for no cost and got my weapons license back again....thanks Mark, your company is awesome, your trainers are awesome and your tea and biscuits are awesome.......

Mal McAuliffe

2015-02-18T06:20:11+0000

Caden Wardle

2015-02-14T14:10:01+0000

Firstly, I wish to commend Trainers James & Craig on their communication, knowledge, and professionalism throughout the entirety on Firearms & Defensive Tactics. In my opinion their outstanding work ethic is an invaluable asset toward students and Asset Training Australia. I have nothing but admiration and praise for both James and Craig, and I would not hesitate to recommend my family, friends or colleagues to attend their classroom.