Live In-Person Training
Only $110 for Guard Training!
$249 for Guard Training + Armed Endorsement Training!
Why Blackwatch? What’s so special about our training? In a nutshell, the personal touch. First, we cover far more than the basic four topics required by Excise and License. Every topic we cover ends with open discussion for questions and ideas, ensuring that the students are involved, participating, and learning. We not only instruct students to de-escalate, we teach them how to use psychology and proven methods with lecture, video, discussion, and scenario-based roleplay. The roleplay allows a guard to experience what it’s like in a safe environment before they need to use it in the field. We also teach our students proven methods for Conflict Resolution and the Use of Force Continuum. Optionally, but at no additional charge, we teach your guards various arrest control techniques as well as an easy-to-learn self-defense strategy that can get you out of most any situation quickly, with little effort, and even if the attacker is armed. We can also instruct your guards in chemical defense, baton, and firearms with NRA certified instructors. Our firearms endorsement course is founded on the NRA principles of safety and responsibility, but designed with security and law enforcement in mind. This gives the guard a well-rounded firearms instruction in which to learn firearm safety, maintenance, proper positioning and technique, and so much more. The live-fire certification is based off of the Georgia State Police certification with a few adaptations. It is a 50-round certification including various positions and emergency reload after simulated misfire. Experience the Blackwatch difference today!
The following municipalities require security guards to be trained and licensed:
| CITY | UNARMED CERTIFICATION | ARMED CERIFICATION | WE PROVIDE UNARMED TRAINING | WE PROVIDE ARMED TRAINING |
| Colorado Springs | Required | Required | YES | YES |
| Denver | Required | Required | YES | YES |
| Glendale | Not Required | Required | Not Required | YES |
| Greeley | Required | Required | YES | YES |
| Greenwood Village | Not Required | Required | Not Required | YES |
| Pueblo | Required | Required | Coming Soon | YES |
We provide guard training for security companies, in-house security teams, religious centers, and for individuals seeking employment in the security field. Our offerings include:
| Training | Hours | Includes |
| Basic Unarmed Security Guard (New License) $110 | 16 | Security Guard Fundamentals (Denver Required Topics) De-escalation* Conflict Resolution* Customer Service Use of Force Continuum Laws Emergency Response Arrest Control (Optional) Basic Self-defense (Optional) Scenarios |
| Basic Armed Security Guard (New License) $249 | 30 | Security Guard Fundamentals (Denver Required Topics) De-escalation* Conflict Resolution* Customer Service Use of Force Continuum Laws Emergency Response Arrest Control (Optional) Basic Self-defense (Optional) Scenarios NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting Course What to Do After a Shooting Live-Fire Certification |
| Advanced Unarmed Security Guard (License Renewal) $99 | 8 | Security Guard Fundamentals (Denver Required Topics) Advanced De-escalation* Advanced Arrest Control (Optional) Advanced Self-defense (Optional) Advanced Scenarios |
| Advanced Armed Security Guard (License Renewal) $239 | 16 | Security Guard Fundamentals (Denver Required Topics) Advanced De-escalation* Advanced Arrest Control (Optional) Advanced Self-defense(Optional) Advanced Scenarios Weapons Tactics Live-Fire Certification |
| Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) Chemical Defense (Add-on only) No additional charge with any guard training package | .5 | Types of Chemical Defense Weapons How and When to Deploy Deployment Techniques Where OC Should Never be Used |
| Baton (Add-on only) No additional charge with any guard training package | .5 | Types of Batons How and When to Deploy Deployment Techniques Areas of Body and When It’s Acceptable to Strike Those Areas |
| Self-defense (Add-on only) No additional charge with any guard training package | 5 | A handful of techniques to safely get out of most situations including attacks from firearms and bladed weapons. Techniques are a mix of Marine Corps L.I.N.E. Training, MMA, and CIA methods. |
| Arrest Control (Add-on only) No additional charge with any guard training package | 3 | Basics of handcuff operation Various double-locking methods for different brands of handcuffs Cuff placement and proper restraining methods for various individuals such as healthy, elderly, or disabled persons, as well as cuffing from standing or prone. Leg irons and belly chain training optional |
| Use-of-Force (Add-on only) No additional charge with any guard training package | 2 | Learning what Excessive Force is and how it’s determined Learning the difference between Escalation of Force and Excessive Force Training in the PPCT Use-of-Force Continuum How and when various levels of force are justified |
| Firearms Endorsement (Licensed Guard) $150 for Stand-alone Class | 8 | Use of Force and Use of Force Continuum NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting Course What to Do After a Shooting Live-Fire Certification |
| Breeching and Room Clearing (Pre-requisite for Active Shooter) | 8 | Planning Positioning Building Entry Techniques Clearing Techniques |
| Active Shooter (Must have completed and passed Breeching and Room Clearing) | 8 | Evacuation Determine Location Identify Subject Plan of Attack Neutralize the Threat |
Denver Approved Training and NRA Certified Firearms Instructors for Firearms Endorsement or CCW License.
Contact us today and see what BLACKWATCH can do for you!
We can also handle your Excise and License paperwork and submittal at an additional cost.
* De-escalation and conflict resolution training is psychologically based training with lecture, video, discussion, and scenario-based roleplay instruction unlike any other security guard training you’ve ever witnessed.
Due to the dynamic needs of some of our clients, scheduling particular training and being able to allow for online orders in advance has proven difficult, if not impossible. Please contact us and we will fit you in where we can as we are unable to have a set training schedule at this time.
Security Guard Training FAQ
- How do I become a security guard?In Colorado, there is no statewide regulations around the security industry. However, Some municipalities have enacted their own policies regarding background checks, physicals, training, and licensing. The City of Denver has the strictest standards for security companies and guards. At BLACKWATCH, we meet and exceed these standards and practice the same standards throughout the state. To be a security guard in Denver, you must meet these minimum requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years of age to be an unarmed guard
- Must be at least 21 years of age to be an armed guard.
- Must be a resident of Colorado
- Must be a United States citizen or registered resident alien
- Must have a valid Colorado ID
- Must have a valid Social Security card
- Must pass an FBI/CBI background check
- Must pass a Denver-approved security guard physical
- Must pass a Denver-approved security guard training class (16hr minimum)
- Must pass an NRA or P.O.S.T. firearms certification (armed guards only)(5hr min classroom/3hr min range)
- Is the security guard exam hard?In Colorado, there is no standard exam for becoming a security guard. Each training provider has its own methods for determining pass or fail. Generally speaking, if you pay attention to the instruction given, it shouldn't be too hard to pass. Our training program is broken down into sections. Depending on what your company requires, not all guards get all sections of our training. Each section has a quiz at the end. Students must score 80% or better to pass. The scores of each quiz are averaged to make your final score.
- What skills do you need for security?
- De-escalation and Conflict Resolution
- Knowledge of Use of Force Continuum
- Arrest Control Techniques (does not apply to all guards)
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Following Complex Instructions
- Interpersonal Skills
- Knowledge of Security Operations and Procedure
- Manage Multiple Tasks
- Knowledge of Basic Security and Fire Inspection Procedures
- Lifting
- Surveillance Skills
- Judgment
- Objectivity
- Dependability
- Emotional Control
- Integrity
- Safety Management
- Professionalism
- Reporting Skills
- Patrolling
- Attention to Detail
- Communication
- Less-than-lethal weapons knowledge and ability (does not apply to all guards)
- Firearms knowledge and ability (does not apply to all guards)
- What do unarmed security guards carry?Unarmed guards usually don't carry anything except for maybe a flashlight. Some unarmed guards are certified to carry less-than-lethal weapons for self-defense. These may include OC spray (pepper spray), baton, or in rare cases, a taser.
- Is the firearms training easy to pass?If you pay attention to the instruction given, it should not be too difficult to pass the classroom portion of the firearms training. The range portion will really depend on your skill level. Our firearm certification is based off the Georgia State Police firearms certification, but just a tad more difficult. It consists of five stages firing ten rounds each at different distances and different tasks.
