Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission (CJTC) Firearms Certificate Training

Welcome to Washington’s premier destination for professional firearms instruction. As a certified WSCJTC Firearms Instructor, we deliver training that meets and exceeds statewide standards for armed security officers, law-enforcement auxiliaries, and private-sector professionals seeking top-tier firearms proficiency. The mission is simple: build shooters who are safe, disciplined, and operationally prepared in real-world environments.

Whether you are entering the security industry, elevating your skillset, or preparing for advanced duty assignments, you deserve training rooted in accountability, real-world application, and proven instructional methodology.

Why Choose Our Training?

  • Safety as the Non-Negotiable Foundation: Every course begins with rigorous safety protocols, ensuring students understand weapon handling, safe holstering, range etiquette, and risk mitigation under both static and dynamic conditions.

  • Evidence-Based Teaching Techniques: We utilize standardized lesson plans, structured learning objectives, and coaching methods grounded in adult-learning principles—ensuring each student receives clear, measurable, and actionable training.

  • Duty-Ready Weapon Proficiency: Students master marksmanship fundamentals and progress into practical application:

    • Draw stroke development.

    • Target identification.

    • Malfunction clearance.

    • Reload efficiency.

    • Movement drills.

    • Time-standard qualification shooting

We train until the skill is repeatable, reliable, and service-ready.

  • Real-World Security Application: Drawing from operational experience within Washington’s security and protective services community, all lessons emphasize practical decision-making, threat assessment, and professional conduct under stress.

What You’ll Learn:

Our curriculum is structured around Washington State requirements and enhanced with real-world best practices. Topics include:

  • Firearm Safety & Range Protocols: Safe handling, loading/unloading, holster use, and foundational safety rules.

  • Marksmanship Fundamentals: Stance, grip, sight alignment, sight picture, breathing, and trigger control.

  • Draw Stroke Development: Efficient, repeatable presentation from the holster under time standards.

  • Target Identification & Threat Assessment: Making informed, legally defensible decisions under stress.

  • Malfunction Diagnosis & Clearance: Identifying and resolving failures to feed, fire, extract, or eject.

  • Reload Techniques: Tactical, emergency, and retention reloads performed with precision.

  • Distance & Movement Shooting: Engaging targets while advancing, retreating, and maneuvering.

  • Use of Force Considerations: Understanding when force is reasonable, necessary, and lawful.

  • Qualification Preparation: Drills and coaching aligned with WSCJTC and Washington armed security standards.

Certification Process:

  1. Register for Training: Complete the training request form to reserve your spot.

  2. Attend Class: Participate in instructor-led sessions that combine lecture, discussion, and hands-on learning.

  3. Complete Course Requirements: Pass the required instruction and demonstrate competency in all core areas.

  4. Assistance with paperwork: Being able to promptly and effectively submit all necessary documents needed to obtain your firearms certificate.

Training Request form below: