TN SECURITY ARMED GUARD - RENEWAL
- Sat, Oct. 24, 2026
10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Sat, Oct. 24, 2026
- $95
- In-Class Time4 Hour(s)
- Range Time1 Hour(s)
What You'll Learn
The TN Armed Security Guard – Renewal course provides the mandatory state‑approved refresher training required to maintain an active Tennessee Armed Security Guard License. This course reinforces the legal responsibilities, firearm safety practices, and professional standards expected of armed security personnel while ensuring students remain current with Tennessee laws, regulations, and industry best practices. Students review critical topics including use‑of‑force considerations, situational awareness, communication and reporting, duty responsibilities, and safe firearm operation. The course includes the required Tennessee armed guard live‑fire qualification, ensuring each officer demonstrates continued proficiency and safe handling of their duty firearm. This training meets all Tennessee state requirements for renewing an armed guard license and provides the documentation needed for submission to the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance.
Cancellation Policy: Refund and Cancellation Policy All class fees, training fees, and membership payments are non‑refundable. Payment secures your seat and instructor resources for the scheduled session. Students may request a one‑time reschedule by contacting us at least 24 hours prior to the start of their scheduled class. Rescheduled classes must be taken within one month of the original class date. Additional reschedule requests are not permitted. Failure to attend a class, or providing notice less than 24 hours before the scheduled start time, will be considered a no‑show. No‑shows and late notices forfeit all fees and must re‑register at full cost. Registration constitutes acceptance of this policy.
What We'll Teach
Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals
Lessons:
- Developing a Personal and Home Protection Plan
- Self-Defense Firearms Basics
- Shooting Fundamentals
- Gear and Gadgets
- The Legal Use of Force
- Violent Encounters and the Aftermath
- Basic and Advanced Skills
Other topics covered: Personal Safety, Handgun Safety, Handgun Fundamentals, Handgun Operation, Handgun Selection, Physiological Reactions to Violent Encounters
Over 1 million students have taken the U.S. Concealed Carry Association’s course offerings across the nation. Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals is a comprehensive classroom course for anyone considering owning or carrying a firearm for self-defense. If you are new to handguns, this is a great introduction to everything you need to know to start your self-protection journey.
This course is a complete guide to understanding the basics of firearms ownership, safety, and nomenclature, and how it applies to home- or self-defense. After this class, students will feel confident to act as their family’s first line of defense in the event of a home invasion or other critical incident.
Additional Notes from Your Instructor
Who This Class Is For: • Currently licensed Tennessee armed security guards • Security personnel needing annual renewal training • Companies maintaining compliance for their armed staff What Students Will Review: • Updates to Tennessee armed security laws & regulations • Use‑of‑force principles and legal responsibilities • Professional conduct, ethics, and duty expectations • Situational awareness & threat recognition • Communication, reporting, and incident documentation • Firearm safety rules & safe handling • Marksmanship fundamentals & qualification standards • Required Tennessee armed guard live‑fire qualification Equipment Requirements: • Students must bring their own handgun • Students must bring their own ammunition • Range bag and eye/ear protection • Duty or OWB holster recommended Note: CFA does not provide rental firearms or ammunition for armed guard classes. Certification: Students receive the required renewal documentation for submission to the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance to maintain their active Armed Security Guard License.
Upcoming Class Dates for
TN SECURITY ARMED GUARD - RENEWAL
5 Upcoming
Live, Self-Defense Lessons For Everyone
Parents, Teachers, Concerned Citizens, Business Professionals, Churchgoers, and anyone who wants to keep themselves and others safe
What to Bring
- Ammunition
- Long Pants
- Close-toed Shoes
- Brimmed Hat
- Thick Belt
- Handgun
- Speed Loader
- Range Bag
- Holster
- Extra Magazines
- Eye & Ear Protection
What is Provided
- Targets
Training Powered By:
We Educate. We Train. We Save Lives.
- Ongoing training to keep your family safe
- Next steps you can take in your training to ensure you are prepared
- Plus: Live Q&A with USCCA-Certified Instructors