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CLEET Phase IV - Firearms - Armed Security

Upgrade to Armed Status with CLEET Phase IV Firearms Training at A-TAC Academy

Service Description

Take the next step in your security career and become eligible for an Oklahoma Armed Security Guard or Armed Private Investigator license. A-TAC Academy - The Oklahoma Academy of Tactical Education - offers fully CLEET-approved Phase IV Firearms training in a safe, professional, and supportive environment.​

Course Overview

Total Hours:       

32 hours | MON-THU| 9 AM

Format:

In-person training with classroom sessions and supervised range time at a local shooting range

Certification:

Upon successful completion of all course hours, passing all CLEET-mandated range qualifications and passing the CLEET Phase IV state exam, you receive certification to apply for your Oklahoma Armed Security Guard/ Armed Private Investigator license (valid for 3 years)

Who It's For:

Individuals 21 years or older who have completed Phase I & II Unarmed Security or Phase III Private Investigator and who want to carry a firearm on duty. Ideal for those who are seeking higher-paying armed positions in security, executive protection, events, and private investigations.

Contact:

(572) 216-0550 | 1211 Sovereign Row | Oklahoma City, OK | 73108

Price:

$200

What You'll Learn

Phase 4 - Firearms

In-Class

  • Oklahoma laws on firearms possession, transport, and use of deadly force

  • Legal powers, limitations, and justification for armed security officers

  • Firearm safety, nomenclature, inspection, loading/unloading, and maintenance

  • Fundamentals of marksmanship and shooting positions

  • Handgun handling skills, drawing from holster, and tactical shooting techniques

  • Range procedures, stress management under fire, and decision-making

  • Handcuffing basics and arrest techniques (as applicable to armed roles)

Phase 4 - Firearms

At-Range

  • Live-fire qualification to meet official CLEET armed security standards (typically with 9mm, .38, or .45 caliber handguns)

  • You will shoot the official CLEET course of fire and must pass all stages for certification.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 21 years old

  • U.S. citizen or legal resident (Oklahoma residency often required for licensing)

  • Pass a background check (as required by CLEET for licensing)

  • No felony convictions that disqualify you under Oklahoma law

  • High school diploma or GED (recommended)

  • Successfully completed CLEET Phase I & II (for Armed Security Guard) or Phase III (for Armed Private Investigator)

  • MMPI - Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory - required BEFORE course begin. Please reach out if you need help with this.

  • Bring your own: handgun (9mm, .38, or .45 recommended), holster, duty belt, 3+ magazines/pouches, 400–450 rounds of quality ammunition, eye/ear protection, comfortable clothing, and sturdy footwear

No live weapons allowed in classroom

Schedule your service

Upgrade to Armed Status with CLEET Phase IV Firearms Training at A-TAC Academy

Please note that all course bookings are non-refundable, but we do allow rescheduling for a future class date.


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