OPOTA Private Security

In keeping with our commitment of providing Law Enforcement and Private Security Training, L.E.P.D. Firearms, Range and Training Facility, a certified OPOTA Firearms Academy, is proud to offer the OPOTA Certified Private Security Basic Course and annual Qualifications. Training will be provided by OPOTA Certified instructors who have many years of experience as Law Enforcement professionals.  In addition to the basic requirements, L.E.P.D. does offer additional classes to Private Security individuals & companies to help in the preparation of the many conditions facing Certified Private Security today.


Private Security Qualifications and Basic Course Costs

Required 4-hour annual qualifications (semi-auto, revolver or shotgun) $105.00

Required 20-hour annual qualifications (semi-auto only) $195.00

(Payment is required at time of registration.  Due to the OPOTA regulations, cancellations within one week of the class are non-refundable)
Dates for qualifications are listed on the links above. (Please call to inquire about additional dates that can be added as needed for companies wanting multiple individuals to take this class.)

The state mandated course of fire is the same for both the 4hr Re-qualification and the 20hr Qualification.

Click Here to see the OPOTA Private Security Course of Fire.


Optional Courses (Click here for course descriptions):

  • OC Pepper Spray, 3-hours $75
  • Impact Weapon (Tactical Baton), 4-hours $100
  • Subject Control (Arrest & Control), 4-hours $100
  • Weapon Retention/Disarming $75

Discounts may apply to agency classes & individuals who take multiple classes

Check back for future announcements regarding Law Enforcement training that will become available to meet State of Ohio mandated training.