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UPDATED: All new Level ii course effective 10/01/2024 available with both fred and henry as your instructors for the 6 hour course.

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Go to Level II – Non-Commissioned Security Officer

Level II – Non-Commissioned Security Officer

Pursuant to TAC 35.141 the Level II Training Course and test is required of all* non-commissioned security officers, commissioned security officers and personal protection officers. This training course must be administered by a licensed Level III or Level IV Training School and taught by a licensed Level III or Level IV Instructor. Additionally, this training may be administered by a licensed guard company and taught by the company representative or the company representative’s designee.

Go to Level III – Commissioned Security Officer

Level III – Commissioned Security Officer

Level III commissioned security officer training class. The Level III qualification is what you need to work as a Commissioned Armed Security Guard in Texas. This security training course, as required by the State of Texas Private Security Bureau, includes 30 hours online classroom sessions; 10 hours live Defensive Tactics training including 1-2 hours focused on safety training and firearms range qualification.

PPO – Level IV Security Officer

Texas Department of Public Safety Private Security Bureau required training for a personal protection officer. Commonly called a bodyguard, the personal protection officer is a person who protects someone from personal assault, kidnapping, assassination, loss of confidential information, or other threats. Bodyguards are typically armed and have expertise in unarmed combat, tactical driving, and first aid. PPO students will learn situational assessment decision techniques for how best to minimize danger to the client.

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Go to OC Spray

OC Spray

The OC training course provides students instructional training designed for security officers who deal with conflict or potential violence. Students will learn how to: Identify the stages of conflict in order to: recognize the threat, reduce the threat, and determine how and when to use force. Apply state-of-the-art tactical concepts such as: spraying techniques, disengagement, proper defensive positions, methods of movement, multiple opponent defense, contact and cover system, defense against moving attacks, ground defense, and drawing techniques. Students will also understand the effects of OC spray, identifying factors which justify OC use, and proper OC incident documentation.

Security Laws and Regulations are complex. Harkins Security knows that one size doesn't fit all and can tailor customized instructional programs for you and your clients.

HarkinsSecurity.com is Texas' Premier provider of Security Services, Training and Firearms Training for professionals who make a living in private security.
Fred Harkins knows Security and 1000's of Officers turn to him for the training they need

If your work in the Texas Security Industry then you know Fred Harkins. For years, Fred has instructed students who need to have the right information to succeed in the Security field. Whether you are just beginning a career in security or are wanting to update your skills and understanding of the profession, attending Fred's training is a great decision. Harkin's Security is a comprehensive solution with training and instructional techniques used to ensure each student is trained for the mind and the position. Being a security professional requires mental preparedness and skill to implement the task at hand while on the job. Fred knows what security professional face on the job and at the office. Planning, observing, reporting and doing security requires continuous learning from someone who knows the trade. Fred's motto is that if it's worth doing it's worth having his name on it. Fred would have nothing less than your complete satisfaction.

  • Proven experience and 1000's of students trained and hired by the Top Security Companys across the nation

  • Better techinques to train students in marksmanship, safety and situational awareness

  • Real life experience in every aspect of the industry. Trusted to know and manage every detail regarding developing security solutions and leading security teams

  • One who knows the position from the ground up. 10,000's of hours on-duty serving clients, auditing security plans and training officers how to do the job right.

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Lisa

Qualified Texas LTC Instructor TxPSB LEV III – IV Combined Classroom & Firearms Instructor
Texas LTC, TxPSB, Level III Classroom & Firearms Instructor. NRA Shooting Instructor. Defensive Tactics Specializing in Weapon Retention.

Fred

Qualified Manager, Master Instructor (Texas LTC, TxPSB CE, Level III & Level IV Combined Classroom & Firearms)
Fred Harkins is the go to instructor for Private Security training in Texas. Fred’s unique style of instructing prepares students for a career in private security. Fred knows security and knows what client’s want from the professionals who stand guard daily.

Santiago

TCOLE – Firearms and Police Instructor; State of Texas – Private Security Level 3 Instructor; State of Texas License to Carry Instructor; LEOSA HR-218; FBI – Firearms and Police Instructor Certifications; FBI – Interviews and Interrogations Certification; FBI – Special Operations Group – Surveillance Certification; FBI – Basic & Advanced Tactical Emergency Vehicular Operations; FBI – Hostage Negotiations Certification. Spanish Speaker – Native level
Santiago graduated from the FBI Academy in Quantico, Virginia in 1996 and retired in 2019, after a successful career as an FBI Special Agent. After retirement from the FBI, Santiago founded Moya Precision & Safety/Moya Security in order to provide private security and firearms training, as well as private investigations to a variety of clients. The following is some of Santiago’s relevant training and certifications: Santiago received numerous awards and accolades during his tenure as a Special Agent, to include the prestigious “FBI Shield of Valor”, the Texas Department of Public Safety “Director’s Award”, and the Dallas Chamber of Commerce “Above and Beyond the Call of Duty” for actions taken during a shooting incident in 2009.

Henry

Qualified Texas Online LTC Course Provide, TxPSB CE, Level III & Level IV Combined Classroom & Firearms Instructor
Henry, the voice of Harkins Security online program, provides online instruction using a simple, conversational style of presenting material. Henry personalizes the complex topics of laws, regulations and work requirements for security professionals and managers.

Richard

Advisor / Consultant

NRA Shooting Instructor, AntiTerrorism/Force Protection, ASP Certified Handcuff and Baton Instructor, Military Operations in Urban Terrain.

NRA Shooting Instructor, AntiTerrorism/Force Protection, ASP Certified Handcuff and Baton Instructor, Military Operations in Urban Terrain; Quantico Hi-Power Rifle Team competition.

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