Florida Security Licensing Courses

Get licensed. Get trained. Get to work. Blue Star Security & Training offers state-approved Class D and Class G security licensing courses designed to prepare you for the real world — not just the test. Both courses are available online via live video instruction with a certified instructor, giving you the flexibility to complete your training from anywhere while still receiving hands-on guidance in real time.

Class D — Unarmed Security Officer License (40 Hours)

This state-approved 40-hour course prepares you to work as a licensed unarmed security officer in Florida. Taught live by a certified instructor with 30+ years of real-world law enforcement and security experience, our training goes far beyond the minimum state requirements — because your job demands more than minimum preparation.

Available online via live instructor-led video sessions — train from home while still receiving real-time instruction, Q&A, and direct access to your instructor throughout the course.

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 state-approved 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 certified Firearms Instructor with over 30 years of real-world military and law enforcement experience — not just classroom theory.

Available online via live instructor-led video sessions for the classroom portion — the range qualification must be completed in person with one of our instructors or with a licensed K instructor to complete your training.

Topics covered include but are not limited to:

  • 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

  • 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.

CLASS G ANNUAL REQUALIFICATION SECTION:

Class G Annual Requalification — Armed Security Officer (4 Hours)

Florida law requires all Class G licensed armed security officers to complete an annual firearms requalification for each firearm type and caliber they carry on duty. This 4-hour session keeps your license current and your skills sharp — taught by a certified Firearms Instructor with over 30 years of real-world military and law enforcement experience.

This course is conducted in person at our Jacksonville facility. Bring your duty firearm(s) and a minimum of 100 rounds per firearm.

Your requalification session includes:

  • Review of Florida use of force laws and updates

  • Firearm safety refresher and range rules

  • Live-fire qualification course of fire (per Florida Division of Licensing standards)

  • Malfunction recognition and clearance

  • Situational awareness and threat assessment review

  • Completion of required state documentation upon passing

Important: Requalification must be completed annually for each firearm type and caliber listed on your Class G license. Failure to requalify results in license suspension. Don't wait until the last minute — book your session early.

ADDITIONAL FIREARM QUALIFICATION SECTION:

Additional Firearm Qualification — Add a New Weapon to Your Class G (4 Hours)

Already hold a Class G license but want to add a new firearm type or caliber? This 4-hour qualification session allows licensed Class G officers to qualify with an additional firearm and have it added to their license through the Florida Division of Licensing.

This course is conducted in person at our Jacksonville facility. Bring the firearm you wish to qualify with and a minimum of 100 rounds.

Your additional firearm qualification session includes:

  • Firearm safety review specific to the new weapon system

  • Hands-on familiarization with your firearm type

  • Grip, stance, sight picture, and trigger control fundamentals

  • Loading, unloading, and malfunction clearance for your specific firearm

  • Live-fire qualification course of fire (per Florida Division of Licensing standards)

  • Completion of required documentation to add the firearm to your Class G license

Firearms we qualify: Handgun (semi-automatic and revolver), shotgun, and rifle. Each firearm type and caliber requires a separate qualification session.

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