This package combines the HR-218 / LEOSA Firearms Qualification with the NYS Armed Security Guard 8-Hour Annual Firearms Training. Registering for both together saves you $25.00!

HR-218 / LEOSA Firearms Qualification

HR-218, the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act (LEOSA), is a federal concealed carry authorization for qualified active and retired law enforcement officers. It allows them to carry a concealed firearm across state lines, subject to federal requirements and certain restrictions. Retired officers must carry proper law enforcement identification and keep their firearms qualification current every year.

The course takes about 2½ hours and covers:

Firearm safety review
The 50-round DCJS certified course of fire
HR-218 / LEOSA requirements, so you know your responsibilities when carrying out of state
Live-fire qualification (70% minimum passing score)

Retired officers who pass receive a photo HR-218 Qualification Card. When carrying under federal concealed carry authorization under LEOSA, you must have this card and your law enforcement ID with you.

HR-218 qualification is not weapon-specific. You may carry a revolver or a semi-automatic concealed under HR-218, no matter which type you qualified with.

NYS Armed Security Guard 8-Hour Annual Firearms Training

This course meets the New York State annual firearms training requirement for armed security guards. It includes:

A “Use of Force” lecture and review
A 10-question written test (70% minimum passing score)
A 50-round live-fire qualification (70% minimum, which means at least 35 rounds inside the designated target area)

Unlike HR-218, New York State requires armed guards to qualify with each weapon they plan to carry on duty. Bring every firearm you intend to carry.

What to Bring

Retired Law Enforcement ID card
Current NYS Security Guard License
Driver’s license
Pistol license / permit
Firearm(s): revolver or semi-automatic, including every weapon you will carry on duty
Magazines or speed loaders
Holster
50 rounds of ammunition

Cost

HR-218 Qualification: $75
NYS Armed Security Guard 8-Hour Annual Firearms Training: $100
Combo (both courses): $150, a $25 savings