16-Hour Firearms Certification
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Comprehensive firearms instruction and qualification training for security professionals seeking armed-duty credentials in Georgia. Led by Georgia State Board Certified Firearms Instructor Chief Earl Seegars.
New students must complete the Academy admissions process before tuition enrollment. Returning students should use the Returning Students page.
Curriculum & Live-Fire Qualification
Carrying a weapon in a security capacity requires superior discipline, mechanical competency, and an uncompromising understanding of legal use of force. Our firearms course combines classroom legal analysis with structured live-fire range drills.
Core Course Topics
Universal Gun Safety Rules
Muzzle control, trigger finger discipline, clearing malfunctions, safe holster draws.
Use-of-Force Law
Legal standards for self-defense and defense of others, liabilities, and escalation boundaries.
Marksmanship Fundamentals
Stance, grip, sight alignment, trigger press, breath control, and follow-through.
Live-Fire Range Qualification
Structured live-fire drills and qualification under instructor supervision.
Range Requirements & Safety
Specific range qualification requirements and equipment instructions are provided by the Academy. This program requires an in-person range qualification step before final certification, regardless of whether coursework is completed online, in-person, or through home study.
Understanding the Range Qualification Requirement
Practical firearms qualification must be completed in person according to applicable requirements. This in-person range-qualification step is required before final certification, regardless of whether coursework is completed online, in-person, or through home study. Specific range qualification requirements and equipment instructions are provided by the Academy.
For range scheduling, equipment questions, or to confirm what applies to your situation, contact the Academy and our staff will coordinate your range qualification.
Enrolling in Firearms Certification Only?
A person enrolling in the 16-Hour Firearms Certification by itself may be required to provide proof of an applicable current Basic Security Officer or Private Investigator credential before enrollment is finalized. The Academy will confirm any required credential during the admissions process. This does not apply to the combined BSO + Firearms or PI + Firearms programs.
Firearms Training — Common Questions
Do I need prior experience?
Eligibility and prerequisite requirements are confirmed by the Academy during admissions. Contact us to confirm what applies to your background.
What formats are available?
Firearms coursework is delivered in-person. The required range qualification is always completed in person regardless of coursework format.
Is range qualification required?
Yes. An in-person range-qualification step is required before final certification. Range scheduling is coordinated through the Academy.
How long do I have to complete the coursework?
Students generally have 30–60 days from enrollment to complete required coursework and testing, depending on the program. Your specific deadline is communicated during enrollment.
What happens after I complete the program?
Upon successful completion of all requirements — including range qualification — and Academy staff review, you receive an Academy course certificate. Completion does not guarantee employment or state licensing.