Florida Security Licensing Courses
Get licensed. Get trained. Get to work. Blue Star offers state-approved Class D and Class G security licensing courses designed to prepare you for the real world — not just the test.
Class D — Unarmed Security Officer License (40 Hours)
This state-approved 40-hour course prepares you to work as an unarmed security officer in Florida. You'll learn everything required by the state — and then some. Our training goes beyond the minimum because your job demands more than minimum preparation.
Topics covered include but are not limited to:
• Florida Statutes Chapter 493 — Private Security Regulations
• Licensing requirements, application process, and renewal procedures
• Legal authority and limitations of security officers
• Use of force — legal guidelines and limitations
• Ethics, professionalism, and code of conduct
• Observation techniques and situational awareness
• Report writing and incident documentation
• Patrol procedures and premises security
• Communication and de-escalation techniques
• Emergency preparedness and response procedures
• Terrorism awareness and indicators
• Physical security measures and vulnerability assessment
Upon completion, you'll be prepared to apply for your Florida Class D license through the Division of Licensing.
Class G — Armed Security Officer License (28 Hours)
This 28-hour course is designed for individuals who already hold a valid Florida Class D license and want to carry a firearm on duty. Our firearms training is taught by a Firearms Instructor with over 30 years of real-world experience — not just classroom theory.
• Florida firearms laws for security officers
• Legal use of force and deadly force
• Firearm safety rules and range protocols
• Handgun fundamentals — grip, stance, sight alignment, and trigger control
• Loading, unloading, and malfunction clearing
• Ammunition types and selection
Topics covered include but are not limited to:
• Holster draw and re-holster techniques
• Marksmanship and live-fire qualification
• Situational awareness and threat assessment
• Decision-making under stress
• Firearm storage, maintenance, and cleaning
• Use of force reporting and documentation
Upon completion and successful qualification on the range, you'll be prepared to apply for your Florida Class G license through the Division of Licensing.