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 $185.
* 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 available for $140 (includes ammo)
WEEKDAY CLASS DATES 5 DAYS(40 HRS)
starting time 10:00am
Feb. 6,7,8,9 & 10
March 5,6,7,8 & 9
April 9,10,11,12 & 13
WEEKEND CLASS DATES(40 hrs.)
starting time 9:00am
Feb. 11,12,18 & 19
March 10,11,17 & 18
April 21,22,28 & 29
RECERTIFICATION DATES(8 HRS.)
starting time 10:00am
Friday, March 2, 2012
Friday, April 6, 2012
PSYCH & PHYSICAL
Pre-registration required
starting time 12:00 noon
Sunday, Feb. 19, 2012
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***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, Amored 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 & Shotguns.
What is the purpose of Lethal Weapon Certification? It is evidence that a person to whom it is issued has compiled
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 Police website for details)
* The applicant cannot be convicted, have pleaded guilty or nolo contendere to a disqualifying criminal offense,
which include, but 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 $30.00 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.
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HOW DO I GET MY APPROVAL LETTER?
1. Complete a background check with the Penna. 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 & psychological exams, given right here at the school. These exams book up quickly, the
cost for both exams is $185.00 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