Our Training Philosophy
Harkins Security was founded with a singular, vital mission: to prepare security professionals not just to pass exams, but to succeed on the job and handle real-world scenarios with calm preparedness. Being a security professional requires continuous learning from instructors who know the trade from the ground up.
We believe in "training for the mind and the position." This means establishing a deep understanding of state laws and regulations, developing situational assessment decision techniques, and refining tactical skills. In partnership with the AI Security Academy learning engine, we provide modern, flexible training formats that fit into your busy schedule.
"If it's worth doing, it's worth having my name on it. Fred would have nothing less than your complete satisfaction."
Why Train With Us?
- State-approved curricula
- Dynamic online classes
- Defensive tactics & range sessions
- Fast, painless MMPI scheduling
- Direct support with TOPS applications
Meet Our Instructors
Learn from certified experts who have spent decades training private security professionals and coaching officers.
Fred Harkins
Fred Harkins is the go-to instructor for Private Security training in Texas. Certified as a Master Instructor (Texas LTC, TxPSB CE, Level III & Level IV Combined Classroom & Firearms), Fred's unique, practical training style ensures students develop the real-world situational awareness and defensive strategies required on duty.
Henry Thomas
Henry is the lead voice of the Harkins Security online program. A certified online LTC provider and TxPSB CE instructor, Henry explains complex statutes, state administrative codes, and liability laws in an approachable, conversational style that helps students retain information and succeed on their licensing exams.