Initial Less than Lethal (1 Time as long as you have the Certificate)
āThis course trains security guards in the safe, legal use of lessāthanālethal tools such as batons, OC spray, and electronic control devices. Students learn proper deployment, useāofāforce limits, decisionāmaking, and liability awareness. Tennessee requires deviceāspecific certification before a guard may carry or use any lessālethal weapon on duty.ā
Initial Active shooter (1 Year)
The ALERRT Active Shooter Response course provides evidenceābased training on how to rapidly assess threats, move safely, and take decisive action during active attack events. Students learn proven response strategies, movement techniques, communication under stress, and lifeāpreserving decisionāmaking through structured, scenarioābased training.
Initial Unarmed Guard (2 Years)
An initial unarmed guard in Tennessee must be at least 18, a U.S. citizen or resident alien, and demonstrate good moral character. The role requires a state-certified 4-hour training course covering legal powers, patrol duties, and emergency procedures. Applicants must pass a fingerprint-based TBI/FBI background check. Once the $70 fee and application are submitted via the CORE portal, guards can often work for up to 75 days while their permanent registration is processing.
Initial Enhanced Armed Guard (Coming Soon)
This elite registration enhancement allows highly experienced Tennessee security professionals to carry and deploy rifles and shotguns while on duty. Restricted to veterans and former law enforcement, this 16-hour course covers advanced tactics, scenario-based deployment, and secure long-gun storage. This certification is required to legally provide high-level security services involving long firearms in the state of Tennessee.
Initial Armed Guard
This course provides the required training to become a Tennessee armed security officer. Students learn legal responsibilities, useāofāforce limits, firearm safety, marksmanship, and proper carry procedures. Training includes classroom instruction and liveāfire qualification to prepare guards for safe, professional armed duty.
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