Oregon armed security course
Earn your certification through the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) with Three Nails Tactical. This comprehensive 24-hour program spans three full days, providing rigorous classroom instruction and intensive live-fire tactical training designed to prepare professional armed guards for real-world encounters.
Course structure and requirements
All courses run from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily at Gunfighting Systems in Camas, WA. Completion also satisfies the training prerequisites for the Oregon Concealed Pistol License.
| Course overview | Details |
|---|---|
| Course length | 24 hours (3 days, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM) |
| Training breakdown | 2 classroom days, 1 range day |
| Certification | DPSST armed security & Oregon CPL |
| Training location | Gunfighting Systems (Camas, WA) |
| Core curriculum modules | Focus area |
|---|---|
| Legal & mindset | Use of force law, post-shooting & combat mindset |
| Gun handling skills | Safety, reloads, malfunctions & maintenance |
| Tactical marksmanship | Firing positions, cover, concealment & movement |
| Duty application | Weapon-mounted lights, storage & concealed carry |
| Prerequisites & gear | Requirements |
|---|---|
| Mandatory prerequisite | Completed 14-hour unarmed security course |
| Legal requirement | Must be legally permitted to possess firearms |
| Duty equipment | Duty firearm, 4 magazines, duty belt & holster |
| Range day items | 300 rounds target ammo, PPE & weather gear |
Secure your seat today
Class sizes are limited to ensure individual attention and dedicated coaching on the range. Reserve your spot in an upcoming session now to begin your armed professional certification.