Professional Security Training Built for the Real World
Prepare for a career in Georgia's security industry with professional training for new officers, experienced security professionals, and returning students. Choose from in-person and online training options designed to help you meet requirements, strengthen your skills, and move forward in your career.
Choose Your Training Path
Select the training category that fits your career goals, whether you are beginning your journey or advancing your credentials.
Basic Security Officer Training
Build the foundation for a professional security career with comprehensive Basic Security Officer training.
Firearms Training
Professional firearms instruction and qualification training for security professionals who need armed-duty credentials.
Private Investigator Training
Develop the knowledge and professional foundation needed to pursue work in private investigations.
Continuing Education & Requalification
Stay current with continuing education, firearms requalification, and returning-student training.
Learn on Your Schedule
Explore Academy courses available online with convenient enrollment, secure payment, and access through your student learning portal.
Self-Paced BSO Curriculum
Digital modules covering legal authority, reports, emergency response, and security fundamentals.
Home Study Package Available
Physical study manuals shipped directly for distance learners across Georgia.
Student Learning Portal
Student portal access is provided when applicable as part of the student's training process, with support from Academy instructors.
Convenient enrollment, digital lesson access, and support from Academy instructors.
Training Designed to Prepare You for What Comes Next
Vocational security instruction rooted in disciplined standards and career readiness.
Experienced Instruction
Learn in a professional training environment focused on practical knowledge, real-world expectations, and career readiness.
Online & In-Person Options
Choose the training format that works best for your schedule, including eligible online courses and instructor-led training.
Support Beyond Enrollment
From applications and required documents to continuing education and requalification, our team helps students understand what comes next.
Serving Georgia Since 2010
More than a course provider, the Academy is committed to helping security professionals build strong foundations for long-term success.
Already Trained? We'll Help You Stay Current.
Security training doesn't end with your first certification. The Academy helps returning students stay current with continuing education, firearms requalification, additional qualifications, and other required training.
BSO Continuing Education
Fulfill required CE units and review refreshed state statutes and officer safety protocols.
Firearms Requalification
Live-fire requalification support for armed security professionals. Includes firearm safety review, use-of-force updates, and a structured live-fire qualification under instructor supervision.
Not Sure What You Need?
For students who are unsure, submit your previous certificate or license info for an evaluation.
From Training to Opportunity
The Academy helps students understand career pathways, learn about employment resources, job fairs, security employers, and professional opportunities when available.
Prepare for the Profession
Develop the professional foundation, situational awareness, ethics, and documentation standards required for high-responsibility security assignments.
Connect With Opportunities
Access Academy job fair notices, security employer connections, and industry announcements for licensed security officers across Metro Atlanta and Georgia.
Keep Moving Forward
Advance from unarmed security to armed duty, private investigations, and leadership through continuing education and advanced skill qualifications.
*Disclaimer: Employment is not guaranteed. Hiring opportunities depend on employer availability, candidate qualifications, state licensing requirements, background check eligibility, and individual hiring criteria.
What Our Graduates Say
Direct verified student feedback from graduates of the Law Enforcement & Security Private Training Academy.
"Whether it's at the firing range or in the classroom, Chief Earl Seegars and his staff are very professional. They really care about their students. If you want to get professional training as a security officer without wasting your time, this is the place."
Viktor M.
Security Officer Graduate
"Chief is the BEST instructor I could have ever hoped for. He’s very informative and pays close attention to each student’s individual needs. I appreciate the time he took with me to make sure I not only passed my qualifications exam, but to also help others avoid costly mistakes while in uniform."
Cee Cee
Armed Security Graduate
"Chief Seegars is motivated, patient, knowledgeable, approachable, professional and a skillful instructor. He emphasized the firearm safety rules. After seventeen years in law enforcement, I still got to learn something new. I totally recommend this Academy for all the training one may need."
Ekrem Z.
Law Enforcement Professional
Frequently Asked Questions
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Ready to Take the Next Step?
Explore your training options, complete your application, and begin your next step with the Law Enforcement & Security Private Training Academy.