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ALL STUDENTS MUST HAVE THEIR STATE APPROVAL LETTER PRIOR TO STARTING CLASS

PA ACT 235 TRAINING

* Course price is $375 which includes ammunition.

* Psych. and physical exams available for $160.

* Psych. exam, physical exam., classroom and range all at our location.

* $100 non-refundable deposit is required to secure a seat in the class with the balance due prior to the

start of class.

* Classes are held on weekends(four ten hour days)or weekdays when applicable(5 eight hour days)

* All registered students are offered a discounted rate on memberships, lessons, and range time.

* Call 215-551-4544 for information concerning additional fees.

* Security companies should call for group rates.

* 8 hour recertification course $140 (includes ammo)

WEEKDAY CLASS DATES 5 DAYS(40 HRS)

starting time 10:00am

TO BE ANNOUNCED

WEEKEND CLASS DATES (40HRS)

starting time 9:00am

August 14,15,21 & 22

Sept. 18,19,25 & 26

Oct. 16,17,23 & 24

Nov. 13,14,20 & 21

Dec. 11,12,18 & 19

RECERTIFICATION DATES (8HRS)

starting time 10:00am

August 7, 2010

Sept. 12, 2010

Oct. 9, 2010

Nov. 6, 2010

Dec. 4, 2010

PSYCH AND PHYSICAL

starting time 12:00 noon

Sunday, August 8, 2010

Sunday, August 22, 2010

****FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS****

Who must be certified? Any person who is privately employed and required as a condition of employment to carry a lethal weapon must be certified. Examples of private employees are: Security Guards, Armored Truck Guards, Alarm Response Guards, Night Watchmen, and Private Investigators.

What is a lethal weapon? Any weapon calculated to produce death or serious bodily harm is considered a lethal weapon. The most common examples are: Pistols, Revolvers, Billy Clubs, Nightsticks, Rifles, and Shotguns.

What is the purpose of Lethal Weapons Certification? It is evidence that the person to whom it is issued has complied with the Lethal Weapons Training Act. It is not a license to carry a firearm. Licenses to carry a firearm are issued by local authorities.

What are the requirements for certification?

The applicant must be at least 18 years old and submit the required application.
The applicant must pass a psychological evaluation, which is valid for 6 months
The applicant must pass a physical evaluation which is valid for 6 months and includes but is not limited to: neurological condition, cardiovascular condition, intoxicants, visual acuity, audio acuity, and other conditions. (see Pa. State Police website for details)
The applicant cannot be convicted, have plead guilty or nolo contendere to a disqualifying criminal offense, which include, but are not limited to, the following crimes: murder, robbery, voluntary manslaughter, recklessly endangering another person, rape, burglary, arson, terroristic threats, aggravated assault, kidnapping, involuntary deviate sexual intercourse.
The applicant must pay a $30 fee to receive certification.
The applicant must satisfy a training requirement which includes completion of the established course or approval of the waiver of training.

How long is the certification card valid? The certification card is valid for 5 years unless revoked or invalidated.

This information has been taken from the Pennsylvania State Police website. Please click on the following link if you have any additional questions.

http://www.lethalweapons.state.pa.us/lethalweapons/cwp/browse.asp?A=4&BMDRN=2000&BCOB=0&C=43340

HOW DO I GET MY APPROVAL LETTER?

1. Complete a background check with the State Police (Fingerprints) For location, hours, and cost Please call (215) 560-6200 (this fee is paid directly to the State)

2. Register for the physical and psychological exams, given right here at the school. These exams book up quickly, the cost for both exams is $ 160.00 and requires pre-payment. (this fee is paid to the school)

3. When all three steps are successfully completed, your letter will come to you in the mail. You can monitor the progress on the states web site. (www.lethalweapons.state.pa.us)

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