DPSST TRAINING CLASSES
DPSST Unarmed Refresher
Mandatory biennial training to maintain your Oregon unarmed security certification.
DPSST Armed Security Training - Professional
Advanced tactical training for security professionals authorized to carry firearms.
DPSST Armed Refresher Training
Required annual range qualification and legal update for armed personnel.
DPSST Unarmed Certification - Professional Initial
Course Overview: This 14-hour basic training course is mandatory for all new unarmed security professionals in Oregon. It covers essential skills and legal requirements for entry-level security roles.
- Requirements: Must be 18+ years old, pass a background check, and have a valid photo ID.
- Duration: 14 Hours (2 consecutive days).
- Equipment: Notepads and pens provided. Personal PPE suggested.
- Prerequisites: None.
- Cost: $150.00
DPSST Unarmed Refresher
Course Overview: A 4-hour review course required once every two years to maintain active unarmed security certification in Oregon.
- Requirements: Current or active-expired Oregon Unarmed Security License.
- Duration: 4 Hours.
- Prerequisites: Initial Unarmed Certification.
- Cost: $75.00
DPSST Armed Security Training - Professional
Course Overview: A rigorous 24-hour course for security professionals seeking armed certification. Includes legal authority, use of force, and range qualification.
- Requirements: Must be 21+ years old, current unarmed certification, and clean criminal record.
- Duration: 24 Hours (3 days).
- Equipment: Duty weapon (9mm or .40 cal preferred), 3 magazines, duty belt/holster, 250 rounds of ammunition, eye/ear protection.
- Prerequisites: Completion of Unarmed Initial Training.
- Cost: $350.00
DPSST Armed Refresher Training
Course Overview: Annual 4-hour range qualification and legal update mandated by DPSST for all Oregon armed security professionals.
- Requirements: Active Oregon Armed Security certification.
- Duration: 4 Hours.
- Equipment: Duty weapon, holster, 50 rounds of duty ammunition, eye/ear protection.
- Prerequisites: Annual qualification schedule required.
- Cost: $125.00