Security Officer Academy-Riverside

Become Fully Certified & Job-Ready in Days — Not Months

📅 Upcoming Training Schedule-Riverside Academy

🛡️ BSIS Guard Card Course

📅 Friday
🕗 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Start your security career with the required state certification.

🔫 BSIS Exposed Firearms Permit

Day 1 — Classroom

📅 Friday, August 21st🕡 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM


Day 2 — Range Qualification

📅 Sunday, August 23rd
🕣 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM

Gain eligibility for armed security positions and higher-pay assignments.

🥋 Less Lethal Program

BSIS Baton • OC Spray • Handcuffing • Defensive Tactics

📅 Tuesday, July 21st

🕖 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Professional use-of-force tools and hands-on defensive skills training.

🚀 Enrollment Options Available

✅ $0 Down with Klarna / Afterpay
✅ Payment Plans Available
✅ No Experience Needed
✅ State-Approved Certifications

⚠️ Seats are limited to maintain training quality — classes fill quickly.

Security Officer Academy — Become Certified. Become Employable.

💰 Start earning $22–$30+/hour in weeks
🎯 Multiple state certifications included
🚀 No experience needed — we guide you step-by-step


💼 CAREER TRANSFORMATION SECTION

Your Future Starts Here

The Security Officer Academy is designed for people who want more than just a certificate — they want a career pathway.

Whether you’re starting fresh, changing careers, or upgrading your credentials, this program prepares you to enter the workforce with confidence and multiple certifications employers value.

Graduates leave prepared for opportunities such as:

✅ Armed Security Officer
✅ Corporate & Private Security
✅ Hospital & Government Contracts
✅ Executive Protection Pathways
✅ Law Enforcement Preparation

This is not theory.
This is real-world training for real careers.

🔥 Next class filling now

🎓 WHAT YOU EARN — COMPLETE PROFESSIONAL PACKAGE

Instead of taking multiple courses separately, the Academy provides a complete professional training pathway.

Included Certifications:

✅ BSIS Guard Card License
✅ BSIS Exposed Firearms Permit
✅ BSIS Baton Permit

Less Lethal Certificate
✅ Pepper Spray Certification
✅ Tactical Handcuffing Certification
✅ Defensive Tactics Training

APPROVED & LICENSED — TFF 1303

Get started now!



🚀 WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE THE ACADEMY

Most training programs only help you meet minimum requirements.

We prepare you to stand out.

✔ Real instructors with field experience
✔ Hands-on training environment
✔ Step-by-step guidance through licensing
✔ Confidence building under supervision
✔ Supportive team culture
✔ Proven student success results

You don’t just pass — you become capable.

 

Based on California security industry averages. Individual pay varies by employer and experience.


Get started now!



💰 AFFORDABLE PAYMENT OPTIONS

Start Your Training Without Financial Stress

We believe cost should never stop someone from building their future.

Program Investment: $475

Flexible options available:

✅ As low as $42/month
✅ Interest-free installment plans
✅ Pay-later options (Affirm / Afterpay / Klarna)
✅ Low down payment plans available

Most students recover their tuition in their first 2–3 weeks of work.

 

Get started now!



⚖️ State Fees — Paid Later, When You’re Ready

The following fees are required by the State of California, not Public Safety Institute.

You maintain full control over when these are paid.

Most students spread these costs over several months.

📋 State Fee Breakdown

📅 Guard Card State Processing Fee — $60
Paid to BSIS after training to process your guard card (up to 3 months to pay).

📅 Firearms Permit State Fee — $110
Paid to the State of California after training to process your firearms permit (up to 3 months to pay).

📅 Range Qualification Fee — $80
Paid on range day. Covers firearm use, ammunition, targets, and safety materials.

📅 Live Scan / Fingerprints — $117
Required background check fee. Paid during training or within 3 months.

📅 Firearms Assessment Test — $65
State-required exam for armed certification. Can be completed before or after training (within 3 months).


Most students complete the entire process over time — nothing is required all at once.

Nothing is due all at once — most students spread these costs over time.


Most students complete the entire process over time — nothing is required all at once.

Get started now!



Frequently Asked Questions


What are the requirements to attend the BSIS Security Officer Academy Program?
• Must be minimum 21 year of age • Be a U.S Resident (green card) or U.S Citizen • NO Felonies • NO CURRENT Restraining Order • NO Domestic Violence Convictions
I don't own a handgun, can I still attend?
Yes, you can still attend the Security Officer Academy program if you do not own a handgun. Training guns will be provided during the classroom portion. You can rent a handgun at the gun range on live-fire range qualification for $75. Includes the use of the gun, target, ammunition to qualify, eye & ear protection.
I'm not 21 years of age yet, can I still attend the Security Officer Program?
Yes, you can still attend the Security Officer program, however, you won't be able to get the BSIS exposed firearms permit until you are 21 years of age.
What do I need to bring during the Security Officer Program?
Bring note taking gear (pen-pencil-& notebook). Bring your government issued Identification Card or Drivers License, a COPY of your U.S BIRTH CERTIFICATE or VALID U.S PASSPORT, PASSPORT CARD, GREEN CARD (if naturalized citizen) or DD214. (YOU MUST BRING ANY OF THOSE DOCUMENTS AS PER FEDERAL TO OBTAIN A FIREARMS PERMIT).
I have a "work permit" or I'm a DACA person, can I still attend the Security Officer Program?
Yes, but you will not be able to take the BSIS exposed firearms permit, minimum you must be a U.S Resident or Citizen to take the program.
What is the dress code?
DO NOT wear "sandals" "crocks" or OPENED toed shoes. DO NOT WEAR SHORTS or SWEAT PANTS. Must wear a T-Shirt or Polo shirt. Must wear jeans or slacks WITH BELT LOOPS and A BELT.
What is the location of the training?
Training will take place at PUBLIC SAFETY INSTITUTE's office: 6400 E. Washington Blvd - Commerce - CA 90040
What happens if I can not attend on day of course(s)?
You will be rescheduled on the next available dates of the Security Officer Academy program.
What courses are included in the Security Officer Program?
Includes the BSIS Exposed Firearms Permit, the BSIS Baton Permit, the California Guard Card License, Pepper Spray-Handcuffing Certification, Defensive Tactic's.
What are the Training Fees for the Security Officer Academy?
We have the MOST AFFORDABLE BSIS Security Training Programs. You can graduate from the program with $38 monthly payment plan or 4 easy interest free installment plan of $118. Choose your plan at check out with AFFIRM or AFTERPAY: Program fee total is $475
What are the "state" fees for the licenses?
You have a year to pay all the state fees. Guard Card State Fee $60 - Firearms Permit state fee $110 - Livescan Fingerprints for both Guard Card/Firearms Permit $117 - Baton Permit Fee $66 - Firearms Assessment Test $65. Total State Fees $475 paid in 6 payments AT YOUR OWN TIME, NOT DUE while in class and you have a year to ensure state fees are paid. Only state fee due will be $85 during live-fire range qualification to rent a handgun, ammunition to qualify, target, and safety materials.
How long do I have to Complete the Firearms Class?
You must complete the Firearm Class and Range Qualification within a year of completing the Firearms Class. If it’s passed a year, you will have to redo the whole process and training, and pay the Training and state fees all over again. ( NO EXCEPTIONS)

Your Opportunity Is Waiting

Security professionals are in demand across California.

Every month you delay is:

❌ Lost income
❌ Lost experience
❌ Lost opportunity

Seats are limited to maintain training quality.

Take the First Step Today

🔴 Join the Security Officer Academy

Get started now!



Contact Information:

Admissions Office

(951) 266-3700

ccw@publicsafetyinstitute.us


Location:

1655 E. 6th St Ste A-4 Unit 111

Corona CA 9287

Get started now!



Get started now!