BSIS
GUARD CARD CERTIFICATION

We are an approved Training company for Solano County. As of December 1st 2022, we now provide certifications for Contra Costa, San Francisco and Alameda County. We pride ourselves for being a Concealed carry certification company for Northern California since 2010.

BSISGUARD CARD CERTIFICATION

Guard Card – Level 1
Guard Card Class – Level 1 Training

Important!!! Effective January 1, 2024 all online training for the initial Guard Card course is now prohibited. Don’t be fooled by others offering training that won’t be accepted by BSIS. All of our courses are in person and compliant with all BSIS regulations! See California Business & Professions Code § 7583.7(b)(1) for more information.

This is a basic course for persons interested in becoming security officers in the State of California. This class must be completed before a security officer is assigned to a post. We offer the class and LiveScan Fingerprinting all on-site and on the same day!

A. POWER TO ARREST

Criminal Law
Civil Liability
Search and Seizure
Duty and Authority
B. APPROPRIATE USE OF FORCE

Legal Standards for Use of Force
De-Escalation and Interpersonal Communication Training
Implicit and Explicit Bias and Cultural Competency
Mental Health and Policing
The cost of this course is $80.00 –“SUMMER SPECIAL” $45.00 IF YOU PREPAY ONLINE OR $55.00 IF YOU PAY ON THE DAY OF THE CLASS.   Cash, Credit, or Debit cards accepted.  Save $$$ by prepaying for a Package Special***All Fees are Non-Refundable.

Note: The class fee does not include the State and Government fees (LiveScan $74.00/BSIS  $55.00). The class and LiveScan can be purchased together for $119.00.

Registration is the day of the class.  We open at 7:00AM.  This one day class begins at 7:30AM on  TUESDAY, THURSDAY and SATURDAY each week.   Registration is on a first come/first serve basis on the day of the class. Check our online calendar for class dates. Laptops or Tablets are encouraged but not required.

Lots of FREE Parking!!

Click here to Apply for a Security Guard License or to see if it has been issued.

IMPORTANT:
We are the only Training Facility in the San Jose area where you can complete the entire 3 Step Guard Card process in class on the same day! This is just one reason we have been voted the “Best Security Training Facility” in San Jose 8 Years in a row!

Step 1- Guard Card Class

Step 2- LiveScan Fingerprinting (Done in our classroom)

Step 3- Online State Application

After making your online payment you may come in on any Tuesday, Thursday or Saturday for your Guard Card Training Class (No appointment is necessary/Arrive Early).

Pre-pay Online Special—Guard Card Class & Live Scan Fingerprinting $119.00.

*The $55.00 State application Fee can be paid the day of your class.

Step 1
Student
Registration

Phone

Student's age range

Qualifying County

CCW Class type

Class Date

Firearms Information

Make, Model, Caliber, Serial Number. (Note if firearm is a revolver)

The undersigned acknowledges that the reaction to, possession of, and/or use of firearms is potentially dangerous, and involves risk of serious personal injury, death, psychological trauma, and/or other personal and financial liability. The undersigned agrees to assume all risk and waives any and all claims of liability for personal injury, death, psychological trauma, and/or other personal or financial loss. All persons attending any training with Split Fire suspected to be under the influence of any controlled substance, up to and including, but not limited to Alcohol, Marijuana, Cocaine or the abuse of prescription drugs will not be able to attend training and will waive any rights to a refund. By agreeing to these terms, you are acknowledging that you and all attendees in your party will adhere to these terms. I agree to the terms above

Step 2
Choose a class:

16 Hour Initial CCW Certification

As of January 1st 2024,  students have to attend a 16 hour certification course. Our course is a combination of Basic Firearms training class via Zoom on Thursday and Friday from 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm, the week of class and a full day of in person training.

If you are qualifying for Solano County, please make sure you have received a confirmation from the Sherriff's office clearing you, prior to attending a class. (Certifications prior to clearance will not be valid when submitted to the Sheriff.
Students must attend the entire class time and renge qualification. A qualifying shooting score of 85% on a 12 inch target is required to pass the shooting protion or certification.

16 Hour CCW $395

Ammo only

Range ammunition for your personal firearm. All ammo must be used on the range. Ammo is sold per box. It is recommended that all student have at least 2 boxes per caliber in order to complete their firearm training.

9mm Range ammo$45 per box

.40cal Range ammo$50 per box

8 Hour CCW Renewal

Required every 2 years. To renew your CCW, you will need to attend a 5-hour legal firearms update refresher course. You have to qualify on each gun you want listed on your CCW Permit. Our 5-hour renewal course is done in conjunction with our Intermediate Handgun Course. You'll attend the 5 hour morning session and then the 3 hour qualification on the range. Space is limited, so please plan ahead.

8 Hour Renewal $275

Firearm 
add on

You may add on or change your preferred carry firearm. You must qualify with all firearms that you are wanting to carry. You only need to attend the 3 hour qualification on the range. (Not required for initial or renewal certifications.)