Oregon DPSST Unarmed Security Certification with Defensive Firearm Instruction
September 5, 2024
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If you’re looking to start a career as a private security professional in Oregon, obtaining your
Oregon DPSST Unarmed Security Certification is a crucial first step. At Defensive Firearm Instruction, we offer a comprehensive 16-hour course that covers all the essential skills and knowledge required for certification. Conducted over two 8-hour days, this course is designed to prepare you for the challenges of working in the private security industry and ensure you meet the standards set by the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST).
What You’ll Learn in the Course
Our Oregon DPSST Unarmed Security Certification course covers a wide range of topics essential for any unarmed security professional. The curriculum includes:
- Standards for Unarmed Private Security Professionals: Learn the ethical and professional standards required in the industry.
- Regulatory Laws: Understand the laws that govern private security operations in Oregon.
- Introduction to Criminal and Civil Law: Gain a basic understanding of the legal framework affecting security professionals.
- Common Crimes Encountered by Security Professionals: Learn about the types of crimes you may encounter and how to handle them.
- Person Crimes: Focus on crimes that directly affect individuals, such as assault or theft.
- Search and Seizure: Understand the legal boundaries and procedures for conducting searches.
- Courtroom Testimony: Prepare for providing testimony in legal settings.
- Report Writing: Learn how to document incidents accurately and professionally.
- Communication: Develop effective communication skills for interacting with the public and law enforcement.
- Patrol Procedures: Learn the best practices for conducting security patrols.
- Emergency Services: Understand how to interact with emergency services during incidents.
- Scene Management: Learn to manage and secure crime or incident scenes effectively.
- Fire Detection, Reporting & Safety: Get trained on identifying and responding to fire hazards.
- Medical Emergencies: Learn basic first aid and emergency response techniques.
Certification Process
After completing the course’s lecture portion, you’ll be required to take a 50-question, closed-book, multiple-choice exam. To pass, you must score at least 85%, demonstrating that you’ve retained the critical information covered during the course.
Upon successful completion of the course, you’ll receive all the necessary paperwork to apply for your certification with the Oregon DPSST’s Private Security Division. You must submit your application packet within 180 days of completing the course. The packet includes:
- PS-1 Application for Licensure or Certification of Private Security Services Provider
- Completed FD-258 Fingerprint Card (fingerprinting is done during the course)
- PS-6 Affidavit of Instructor and Private Security Provider Testing Results
- If applicable, a completed PS-20 Form for a Temporary Work Permit
- PS-27 Code of Ethics
- Nonrefundable state license fee of $124.25, which includes both the state license fee and the background check fee (paid directly to Oregon DPSST)
Please note that you are not authorized to work as a private security professional until your application has been submitted, and you either have your certification card or a temporary work permit.
Course Logistics and What to Bring
To attend the course, please bring a valid form of government-issued photo ID, a notepad, a pen, and lunch or snacks. The course is intensive, so being prepared will help you stay focused and absorb the material.
We also offer private courses with advance notice, which are subject to increased fees or minimum student enrollment. Contact us directly for availability and scheduling options.
Ready to Begin Your Security Career?
The Oregon DPSST Unarmed Security Certification is your gateway to a career in the private security industry. With our expert instruction and comprehensive course content, Defensive Firearm Instruction is committed to helping you succeed. Enroll today and take the first step towards a rewarding and professional career in security.
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