California Guard Card Security Training | BSIS Certified https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/training-courses/ Private Security Services company based out of California Wed, 16 Sep 2026 21:20:16 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/favicon.png California Guard Card Security Training | BSIS Certified https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/training-courses/ 32 32 Guard Card Part A & Part B Training in California https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/product/guard-card-ab/ Wed, 13 May 2026 06:06:52 +0000 https://hammerhead-restore.dev.varcm.com/?post_type=product&p=6001 In order to be eligible to apply for a security guard registration through the Bureau of Security and Investigative Service (BSIS), you must:

  • Be at least 18 years old
  • Undergo a criminal history background check through the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
  • Complete this 8-hour Powers to Arrest and Appropriate Use of Force training

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]]> The BSIS Guard Card course is an 8-hour class that covers the required Powers to Arrest and Appropriate Use of Force training. You must pass a written test before you can submit your application. The training certificate will be issued at the end of the course. In addition to the course fee you will be required to pay for your Live Scan and Application Fee.

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]]> Exposed Firearms Permit https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/product/exposed-firearms-permit-course/ Wed, 13 May 2026 06:32:58 +0000 https://hammerhead-restore.dev.varcm.com/?post_type=product&p=6010 To be eligible for a BSIS Firearms Permit, applicants must first:

  • be a citizen of the United States or have permanent legal immigration status
  • be at least 21 years of age
  • not be banned from owning or possessing any firearm pursuant to State/Federal Law
  • be a licensed Private Investigator, Qualified Manager of a Private Investigator, Private Patrol Operator, Qualified Manager of a Private Patrol Operator, Alarm Company Operator, Qualified Manager of an Alarm Company Operator or be a registered Security Guard or Alarm Agent with BSIS

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]]> Take the Sixteen Personality Factor Questionnaire (16pf) with PSI Services LLC.

Participate in a two day course and complete the Power to Arrest & Firearms Training with our HIT Firearm Instructor. The classroom session will conclude with a written examination. Range Qualifications will be administered at the Linden Gun Range.

Have your fingerprints taken by Instant Live Scan Services located at the Hammerhead Security Officer. Your live Scan application will be submitted for a criminal history background check through the FBI and the CA DOJ Submit Firearms Permit Initial Application to BSIS.

In addition to the course fee you will be required to pay for your 16pf Questionnaire, Live Scan, and Application Fee.

This is a two-day course in two separate locations:

Stockton Courses

  • Day 1 – Hammer Head Security Office at 4551 South B St, Stockton, California, 95206.
  • Day 2 – Linden Gun Range at 828 S Hewitt Rd, Linden, CA 95236.

Concord Courses

  • Day 1 – Hammer Head Security Office at 1849 Willow Pass Road Suite 310, Concord, California 94520.
  • Day 2 – United Sportsmen Inc at 4700 Evora Road Suite 200, Concord, California, 94520.

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]]> Civilian Firearms Foundation Bundle https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/product/civilian-firearms-foundation-bundle/ https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/product/civilian-firearms-foundation-bundle/#respond Wed, 26 Aug 2026 23:06:51 +0000 https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/?post_type=product&p=11182 HIT TRIPLE THREAT: Progressive training program. Build the foundation. Develop the skills. Train with purpose

  • Day 1 - Basic Pistol & Firearm Safety
  • Day 2 - Rifle
  • Day 3 - Shotgun

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  • Day 1 - First Aid & CPR, Handcuffing, Baton

Built to develop safer, more capable, field- ready security professionals. In addition to the package fee you will be required to pay for one BSIS Application Fee.

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]]> https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/product/security-officer-essential-skills-bundle/feed/ 0 Armed Security Career Bundle https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/product/armed-security-career-bundle/ https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/product/armed-security-career-bundle/#respond Wed, 26 Aug 2026 22:57:48 +0000 https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/?post_type=product&p=11180 For students with prior firearms experience. A pathway toward becoming a more comprehensively trained armed security professional.

  • Day 1 - Guard Card
  • Day 2 - First Aid/Handcuffing/Baton
  • Day 3 - EFC Classroom
  • Day 4 - EFC Range

For students entering armed security without  prior firearms experience. Structured training pathway from entry-level security through foundational fiream skills and exposed firearm training. In addition to the package fee you will be required to pay for your 16pf Questionnaire, two Live Scans, and three BSIS Application Fee.

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]]> https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/product/armed-security-career-bundle/feed/ 0 Armed Security Professional Bundle https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/product/armed-security-professional-bundle/ https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/product/armed-security-professional-bundle/#respond Wed, 26 Aug 2026 22:54:32 +0000 https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/?post_type=product&p=11175 HIT MISSION READY: For students with prior firearms experience. A pathway toward becoming a more comprehensively trained armed security professional.

  • Day 1 - Guard Card
  • Day 2 - First Aid/Handcuffing/Baton
  • Day 3 - EFC Classroom
  • Day 4 - EFC Range

For students with prior firearms experience. A pathway toward becoming a more comprehensively trained armed security professional. In addition to the package fee you will be required to pay for your 16pf Questionnaire, two Live Scans, and three BSIS Application Fee.

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]]> https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/product/armed-security-professional-bundle/feed/ 0 Guard Card – Part B Only (Appropriate Use of Force) (Copy) https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/product/guard-card-part-b-only-appropriate-use-of-force-copy/ https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/product/guard-card-part-b-only-appropriate-use-of-force-copy/#respond Thu, 30 Jul 2026 22:17:57 +0000 https://hammerhead-restore.dev.varcm.com/?post_type=product&p=8136 In order to be eligible to apply for a security guard registration through the Bureau of Security and Investigative Service (BSIS), you must:

  • Be at least 18 years old
  • Undergo a criminal history background check through the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
  • Complete 3-hour Powers to Arrest (Part A) and 5-hour Appropriate Use of Force (Part B) training

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]]> This 5-hour class will cover the required Appropriate Use of Force training. You may ONLY take this class if you have first taken the online Powers to Arrest (Part A). You must pass a written test before you can submit your application. The training certificate will be issued at the end of the course. In addition to the course fee you will be required to pay for your Live Scan and Application Fee. For your convenience these steps can all be completed at Hammer Head Security.

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]]> https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/product/guard-card-part-b-only-appropriate-use-of-force-copy/feed/ 0 First Aid/CPR/AED https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/product/first-aid-cpr-aed-course/ Thu, 21 May 2026 06:41:39 +0000 https://hammerhead-restore.dev.varcm.com/?post_type=product&p=6377 The goal of our first aid and/or CPR AED training class is for participants to gain or improve basic knowledge and skill proficiency in adult first aid and/or CPR AED for an adult, child, and infant.

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]]> Hammer Head Institute of Training has provided basic and advanced BSIS courses since 2010. Our instructors provide an inviting and real life approach to all of our courses and instructions. All of our courses are provided by a BSIS licensed instructor through our certified training facility.

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]]> Annual Refresher Guard Card Training https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/product/annual-refresher-guard-card-training/ https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/product/annual-refresher-guard-card-training/#respond Thu, 21 May 2026 02:02:22 +0000 https://hammerhead-restore.dev.varcm.com/?post_type=product&p=6352 Once a year, a registered Security Officer must complete 8-hours of refresher training. This course meets the continuing education (CE) requirement for security guards.

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]]> https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/product/annual-refresher-guard-card-training/feed/ 0 32 Hour Continued Guard Card Training https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/product/continued-guard-card-training/ https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/product/continued-guard-card-training/#respond Wed, 20 May 2026 07:52:00 +0000 https://hammerhead-restore.dev.varcm.com/?post_type=product&p=6238 : This course package meets the continuing education (CE) requirement for all first year security guards.

  • Communication and its Significance – 4 hrs
  • Handling Difficult People – 4 hrs
  • Liability / Legal Aspects – 4 hrs
  • Observation and Documentation – 4 hrs
  • Officer Safety – 4 hrs
  • Post Orders & Assignments – 4 hrs
  • Public Relations – 4 hrs
  • Trespass – 4 hrs

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]]> https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/product/continued-guard-card-training/feed/ 0 Shotgun https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/product/shotgun/ https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/product/shotgun/#respond Wed, 13 May 2026 06:35:46 +0000 https://hammerhead-restore.dev.varcm.com/?post_type=product&p=6020 Hammer Head Institute of Training has provided basic and advanced BSIS courses since 2010. Our instructors provide an inviting and real life approach to all of our courses and instructions. All of our courses are provided by a BSIS licensed instructor through our certified training facility.

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]]> Our shotgun training course covers safety, fundamentals of shooting, ammunition, shooting techniques, maintenance, legal and Ethical considerations, and practical exercises. Courses can vary in length and depth depending on whether they are introductory for beginners or advanced for experienced shooters seeking specialized skills.

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]]> https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/product/shotgun/feed/ 0 Baton Permit https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/product/baton-course/ https://www.hammerheadsecurity.com/product/baton-course/#respond Wed, 13 May 2026 06:35:11 +0000 https://hammerhead-restore.dev.varcm.com/?post_type=product&p=6018 Demonstrations and practical application will provide instruction for first aid of baton injuries, defensive tactics, and much more. We will provide you with proof of completion of the baton training course to submit with your BSIS Baton Permit application (additional fees apply). We offer the baton course to licensed security officers or baton permit holders needing to renew their permit.

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]]> The Baton Permit course teaches you how to use a baton safely and legally. Our 8 hour course includes lectures and discussion that cover topics such as legal and moral aspects, use of force, and proper baton use.

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