Training

We currently offer Washington CJTC Firearms Certification for armed security roles including Private Security Guard (PS) Armed, Private Investigator (PI) Armed, and Bail Bond Recovery Agent (BBRA) Armed certifications, as well as LEOSA Annual Qualification. We also provide Washington DOL Unarmed Security Certification for entry-level security guard licensing. Contact training@aruxgroup.com for information on upcoming course offerings.

Yes. All instructors hold active certification from the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (CJTC) as Private Security Firearms Instructors and from the Washington State Department of Licensing (DOL) as Private Security Guard Certified Trainers. Every instructor brings a background in US Special Operations, law enforcement, SWAT, intelligence, or defense.

Standard certification processing typically takes 2 to 4 weeks after course completion for both CJTC firearms and DOL unarmed certifications. If you require certification within 7 calendar days for immediate employment, emergency processing is available for a $100 fee. Contact training@aruxgroup.com to arrange priority processing.

We serve the Portland and Seattle metropolitan areas from our training facilities in Vancouver, Washington. Classroom instruction and live-fire range training take place at approved facilities that meet Washington State CJTC standards. Contact training@aruxgroup.com for specific location details and directions.

Yes. The Washington DOL Unarmed Security Certification is available in a virtual online format upon request. Virtual training must be requested and approved prior to registration. Email training@aruxgroup.com with your preferred dates. Virtual sessions maintain the same DOL-approved curriculum, examination, and certification attestation standards as in-person training.

You must be at least 21 years old, hold or be eligible for a valid DOL license or concealed pistol license for applicable roles, and be sponsored by your employing security company. Required equipment includes a modern striker-fired handgun (Sig Sauer P320/M17/M18 prohibited), an OWB or IWB holster (Blackhawk Serpa and leather holsters prohibited), 400 rounds of ammunition, eye and hearing protection, and weather-appropriate outdoor attire. A full equipment list is provided upon registration.

You must be at least 18 years old, a US citizen or resident alien, employed by or have a conditional offer from a licensed private security company, and complete a fingerprint-based background check coordinated separately with DOL. The 8-hour course covers legal authority, use of force, emergency response, ethics, observation and reporting, and professional conduct.

Yes. Group training is available for security companies and organizations throughout Washington and Oregon. Both firearms and unarmed certification courses can be scheduled for multiple employees with dates and format customized to your team’s needs. Contact training@aruxgroup.com to discuss group rates and scheduling.

Our current programs focus on Washington State certifications, which are recognized for security professionals working in both Washington and Oregon. We serve the Portland metro area from our Vancouver, WA location. Oregon-specific training certifications will be available beginning early 2026. Contact training@aruxgroup.com to be notified when Oregon courses launch.

We recommend registering at least 2 weeks in advance to secure your preferred training date. For training needed within 7 days due to immediate employment requirements, contact training@aruxgroup.com to discuss emergency scheduling. A $100 expedited processing fee applies for priority certification needed within 7 calendar days of course completion.

Yes. We provide Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act (LEOSA) Annual Qualification for qualified retired or separated law enforcement officers. LEOSA allows qualified officers to carry a concealed firearm in any jurisdiction in the United States. To qualify, you must be a retired or separated officer in good standing with at least 10 years of service, or separated due to a service-connected disability. Valid government-issued photo ID and proof of retired or separated LE status are required. Contact training@aruxgroup.com for scheduling.