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Price-check dates and provider notes · November 4, 2026
Provider websites reviewed November 4, 2026. Each listing shows its price-check details; earlier provider confirmations are dated separately. Published tuition may exclude other fees. Missing or conflicting rates are flagged below. Confirm the full cost and availability directly with the provider. Class schedules have separate check dates.
Trident Professional Security
Redmond, Oregon
- Unarmed: $250
- Renewal: $120
Prices checked: November 4, 2026 (provider website).
Northwest Defense Academy
Central Point / Medford
- Unarmed: $200
- Armed: $300
- Renewals: $75 / $150
Prices checked: November 4, 2026 (provider website).
Rovers Security
2951 NW Division St., Suite 145, Gresham, OR 97030
- Initial unarmed tuition: $125 (cash payment)
- Unarmed renewal: Contact provider for pricing
Tuition checked: November 4, 2026 (provider website). $125 cash rate remains published; renewal tuition is not listed.
Two-day classroom course. Contact Rovers for current dates, availability and total costs. Online and armed courses are not advertised on the checked training page.
Location and contact details last checked: October 29, 2026 (provider website). Instructor status and available seats have not been independently verified.
Succor Global
Milwaukie, Oregon
- Unarmed: Price not posted
- Armed: Price not posted
Website checked: November 4, 2026. Tuition was not found on the reviewed course and registration pages; contact the provider for a quote.
OTS Security Training
1122 NE 122nd Ave., Suite A107, Portland, OR 97230 / Remote
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- Unarmed initial tuition: $250
- Unarmed refresher tuition: $125
- Initial group rate (4+): $200 per student
- Refresher group rate (4+): $100 per student
Standard tuition checked: November 4, 2026 (booking page). Group rates were last confirmed by OTS September 9, 2026; reconfirm before booking. Schedule details retain their separate check dates.
Extra fees: not itemized; confirm the full cost with OTS. Armed courses: not found in checked pages.
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SK Security Training
Portland, Oregon
- Unarmed: $175
- Alarm: $175
- Renewals: From $100
Prices checked: November 4, 2026 (provider website).
Training Solutions International
Junction City, Oregon
Security and law enforcement training, emergency management and response, general education, and history.
- Unarmed: $200
- Armed: $400
- Renewals: $100 / $150
Prices checked: November 4, 2026 (provider website).
Provider details updated September 15, 2026.
SW Security Training
Portland metro
- Unarmed: $230
- Armed: $425
- Renewals: $130 unarmed / $225 armed
- Alarm: $230 basic / $130 renewal (published; confirm)
Prices checked: November 4, 2026 (services page). Unarmed rates now match the directory. Alarm refresher is published at $130, versus the previously listed October 1 rate of $145; confirm this rate directly.
Stoneridge Tactical
Central Point, Oregon
- Unarmed: $200
- Armed: $300
- Renewals: $75 / $150
Prices checked: November 4, 2026 (provider schedule). Additional firearm qualifications and repeat qualification attempts can cost extra.
Cascade Security Training & Consulting
Redmond / Zoom
- Unarmed: $225
- Renewal: $150
Unarmed prices checked: November 4, 2026 (provider website). Armed refresher pricing could not be verified from the current training page; ask the provider.
Defensive Firearms Instruction
Springfield, Salem, Beaverton & Sheridan
- Unarmed: $195
- Armed initial: $395 + $45 range fee ($440)
- Renewals: $95 unarmed / $195 armed
Prices checked: November 4, 2026 (provider price list). Armed initial lists $395 plus $45. Armed refresher lists $195; confirm how its $45 range fee is charged.
Knights School
Vancouver, Washington
- Unarmed: Price not posted
- Armed: $394.99
- Armed Renewal: $194.99
Prices checked: November 4, 2026 (provider website).
Three Nails Tactical Training
Vancouver, Washington / Portland metro
- Unarmed initial (14 hours): $250
- Armed initial (24 hours): $350
- Refreshers (4 hours): $100 unarmed / $125 armed
Prices checked: November 4, 2026 (provider website). Additional firearms/qualifications: $25 each. Confirm classroom and range locations, equipment, and any extra fees directly.
Instructor: William McKnight Jr., DPSST #060729. Unarmed and firearms instructor entries matched in the DPSST instructor list on October 13, 2026. No approved remote instruction listed; confirm the current certification card before booking.
540 Firearms and Self-Defense Training
Tualatin / Zoom
- Unarmed: $200
- Armed: $400
- Renewals: $100 / $150
Prices checked: November 4, 2026 (provider website).
Northwest Enforcement
Portland, Oregon
- Unarmed: Price not posted
- Armed: Price not posted
Website checked: November 4, 2026. Tuition was not found on the reviewed course and registration pages; contact the provider for a quote.
GuardForce Academy
Beaverton / Remote
- Unarmed: $200
- Armed: $375 (range fees included)
- Renewals: $125 / $175 (armed range fees included)
Prices checked: November 4, 2026 (provider website).
Wright Security Enterprises
Salem, Oregon
- Unarmed: $150
- Renewal: $75
Prices checked: November 4, 2026 (provider website).
Mantis Strategic Defense
Medford, Oregon
- Unarmed: $200
- Armed: $300
- Renewals: $75 / $150
Prices checked: November 4, 2026 (provider listings). The armed refresher includes the range fee.
Tri-Star Solutions
Eugene, Oregon
- Unarmed: $200
- Armed: $300 + $25 range fee
- Renewals: $75 / $125 + $25 range
Prices checked: November 4, 2026 (provider website).
Radar Protection Services
Bend / Redmond area
- Unarmed: Price not posted
- Renewal: Price not posted
Website checked: November 4, 2026. Tuition was not found on the reviewed course and registration pages; contact the provider for a quote.
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Find the Right Oregon DPSST Training Provider
Compare Oregon security training by course type, location, format, and listed tuition. Contact the provider directly to confirm a class and register; use OSG’s guides to understand the certification steps before and after training.
Not sure which class to book? Compare Oregon security certifications, follow the unarmed application steps, or review the armed certification and upgrade paths.
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Provider website prices reviewed November 4, 2026. Cards and comparison rows identify published tuition, earlier provider confirmations, and rates needing confirmation. Course-selection guidance was last updated October 6, 2026; location and schedule details retain their separate check dates. Price checks do not confirm instructor status or available seats. Confirm full costs and availability directly before booking.
Finding the right Oregon DPSST training provider is an important first step toward working as a private security professional. Use this directory to compare public courses for unarmed, armed, additional-firearm, and alarm monitor certification.
Enrolling in a DPSST certification course is essential for your career in private security.
After completing the required training and application steps for the DPSST certification, visit our Oregon security jobs board to look for openings. Before buying equipment, confirm your employer’s policies and the duties of your position.
Provider listings below include publicly available prices, delivery formats, locations, and links to official course pages when those details could be verified. “Price not publicly posted” means the provider advertises the course but does not publish tuition on its website.
For an overview of certification types, application steps, and licensing requirements, read our Oregon DPSST certifications and licenses guide.
Which DPSST Training Do You Need?
Choose the credential before choosing a course. Start with the certification comparison and review background eligibility before paying when you have unresolved application questions.
First unarmed certification
New unarmed applicants complete the 14-hour basic course, assessment, and exam. Use the Unarmed Certification Guide for the full application process. New to the industry? The Oregon security career start guide helps you put training in context.
First armed certification or an armed upgrade
A first-time combined applicant needs the unarmed foundation plus the 24-hour Firearm Basic course. An eligible upgrade from active unarmed certification has its own timing requirements. Read the armed application and upgrade guide; ask whether a provider’s advertised armed price includes the unarmed foundation or only the firearms course.
Renewal or annual armed maintenance
Unarmed renewal includes a four-hour refresher and exam. Annual armed qualification and refresher requirements are separate from the two-year credential renewal. Check your records through the I.R.I.S. lookup guide, then match the course to the renewal section in the Unarmed Guide or Armed Guide. An expired or suspended credential may require a different path.
Alarm Monitor training
The basic Alarm Monitor course is 12 hours; renewal training is four hours. Check the Alarm Monitor Certification Guide before using the directory’s Alarm Monitor filter. Confirm the duties and required credential with the employer rather than relying on a dispatch or control-room job title.
Event and Entertainment certification
This is a distinct route with a state online course and exam, not a replacement for every unarmed assignment. Follow the Event and Entertainment Guide and the state course links on DPSST’s training page.
Manager or instructor training
A professional basic class is not an instructor-development course or a manager license. Review the manager and instructor pathways and follow DPSST’s application instructions for the credential you intend to pursue.
Official requirements: DPSST training requirements and new-applicant instructions. Verify the individual instructor’s applicable credential using the official Instructor List and DPSST records. A business listing or OSG spotlight is not state approval of your application.
The table below includes public DPSST training providers whose current course offerings could be verified from their official websites. Use the provider links to confirm schedules, available seats, and final prices before registering.
DPSST Certification Comparison Table
| Training provider | Phone | Location | Online courses? | Unarmed cost | Armed cost | Renewals (unarmed / armed) | Alarm monitor cost (basic / renewal) | Training page | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rovers Security Prices checked Nov. 4, 2026 | 888-709-1139 | sales@roverssecurity.com | 2951 NW Division St., Suite 145, Gresham, OR 97030 | Not advertised; classroom course | $125 (cash) | Not advertised | Contact provider / Not advertised | Not advertised | View training |
| Training Solutions International Prices checked Nov. 4, 2026 | 541-321-0651 | info@tsieducation.com | 245 W. 6th Ave., Junction City, OR 97448 | Yes — unarmed | $200 | $400 | $100 / $150 | Not listed | View training |
| SW Security Training Prices checked Nov. 4, 2026; confirm alarm refresher | 503-208-6316 | StevenW@swsecuritytrainingllc.com | Portland metro; location provided at registration | Yes — unarmed and alarm | $230 | $425 | $130 / $225 | $230 / $130 published; previous listing $145—confirm | View training |
| Succor Global Website checked Nov. 4, 2026; request tuition quote | 503-395-4505 | contact@succorglobal.com | 6566 SE Lake Rd., Suite A, Milwaukie, OR 97222 | No | Price not publicly posted | Price not publicly posted | Not publicly posted / Not publicly posted | Not listed | View training |
| Northwest Defense Academy Prices checked Nov. 4, 2026 | 541-500-3338 | nwdefenseacademy@gmail.com | 4857 Airway Dr., Suite 100, Central Point, OR 97502 | Yes — unarmed | $200 | $300 | $75 / $150 | Not listed | View training |
| Trident Professional Security Prices checked Nov. 4, 2026 | 541-480-0184 | cmattison@tridentprofessionalsecurity.com | 300 NE Kilnwood Pl., Suite B, Redmond, OR 97756 | No | $250 | Not listed | $120 / Not listed | Not listed | View training |
| Stoneridge Tactical Prices checked Nov. 4, 2026 | 541-499-4706 | mygunschool@gmail.com | 411 N. Front St., Central Point, OR 97502 | No | $200 | $300 | $75 / $150 | Not listed | View training |
| Cascade Security Training & Consulting Unarmed prices checked Nov. 4, 2026; armed refresher unverified | 541-848-7763 | info@cascade-security.com | Redmond, OR / Zoom | Yes — unarmed | $225 | Not currently offered | $150 unarmed / Armed: confirm availability and price | Not listed | View training |
| Defensive Firearms Instruction Prices checked Nov. 4, 2026 | 541-359-8740 | defensivefirearmsinstruction@gmail.com | 1480 18th St., Springfield, OR 97477 | No | $195 | $395 + $45 range fee ($440) | $95 unarmed / $195 armed; confirm range-fee treatment | Not listed | View training |
| Knights School Prices checked Nov. 4, 2026 | 360-936-4791 | knightsschool@yahoo.com | 202 E. Evergreen Blvd., Basement Suite A, Vancouver, WA 98660 | No | Price not publicly posted | $394.99 | Not listed / $194.99 | Not listed | View training |
| 540 Firearms and Self-Defense Training Prices checked Nov. 4, 2026 | 971-206-3800 | Not publicly listed | 20215 SW 95th Ave., Tualatin, OR 97062 | Yes — unarmed | $200 | $400 | $100 / $150 | Not listed | View training |
| Northwest Enforcement Website checked Nov. 4, 2026; request tuition quote | 503-893-8858 | Not publicly listed | 17116 NE Sandy Blvd., Portland, OR 97230 | No | Price not publicly posted | Price not publicly posted | Not publicly posted / Not publicly posted | Not listed | View training |
| GuardForce Academy Prices checked Nov. 4, 2026 | 971-286-0121 | david@guardforceacademy.com | 10445 SW Canyon St., #103, Beaverton, OR 97005 | Yes — unarmed | $200 | $375 (range included) | $125 / $175 (armed range included) | Not listed | View training |
| SK Security Training Prices checked Nov. 4, 2026 | 503-407-9943 | scott@sksecuritytraining.com | Portland, OR | Yes | $175 | Price not publicly posted | $100 / Not listed | $175 / $100 | View training |
| OTS Security Training Prices checked Nov. 4, 2026; group rates last confirmed Sept. 9 | 503-709-3830 | joe@otssecuritytraining.com info@otssecuritytraining.com | 1122 NE 122nd Ave., Suite A107, Portland, OR 97230 | Yes — unarmed | $250 · Group 4+: $200 each | Not listed | $125 unarmed · Group 4+: $100 each / Not listed armed | Not listed | View training & register |
| Wright Security Enterprises Prices checked Nov. 4, 2026 | 503-428-6323 | Not publicly listed | 1255 Broadway St. NE, #190, Salem, OR 97301 | No | $150 | Not listed | $75 / Not listed | Not listed | View training |
| Mantis Strategic Defense Prices checked Nov. 4, 2026 | 541-414-7568 | MantisStrategicDefense@gmail.com | 2938 N. Pacific Hwy., Suite 101, Medford, OR 97501 | No | $200 | $300 | $75 / $150 | Not listed | View training |
| Tri-Star Solutions Prices checked Nov. 4, 2026 | 866-931-3768 | contact@tristarsolutions.us | 3920A W. 1st Ave., Eugene, OR | No | $200 | $300 + $25 range | $75 / $125 + $25 range | Not listed | View training |
| Radar Protection Services Website checked Nov. 4, 2026; request tuition quote | 541-797-3489 | mprice@radarprotectionservices.com | Central Oregon (Bend/Redmond area) | No | Price not publicly posted | Not listed | Not publicly posted / Not listed | Not listed | View training |
| Three Nails Tactical Training Prices checked Nov. 4, 2026 | 971-415-7029 | wmcknight@threenailstacticaltraining.com | Vancouver, WA / Portland metro; confirm class and range locations | No — remote DPSST instruction not listed | $250 (14 hours) | $350 (24 hours) | $100 / $125 (4 hours each); additional armed qualifications $25 each | Not listed | Courses & pricing November courses |
Upcoming DPSST Training Dates
Oregon DPSST Class Calendar
Schedule check dates shown on each classFind upcoming security training. Times are shown as published; confirm the time zone and any missing details with the provider. Select a class to confirm availability and registration.
Highlighted dates are class start dates. Select a date to jump to its course details below. Multi-day courses show their full dates on each card.
November 2026 (40 classes)
Defensive Firearms Instruction
Diamond Shooting Club, Sheridan
10 AM–6 PM
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
Defensive Firearms Instruction
Springfield · In person
Noon–4 PM
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
Three Nails Tactical Training
Confirm classroom/range venue with provider
Time not published; contact provider to register
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
540 Training
Online · Zoom
Day 1: 8 AM–6 PM; day 2: 8 AM–noon
Schedule checked October 6, 2026
Cascade Security Training & Consulting
Online · Zoom; provider confirms registration and sends payment link
Start time/time zone: confirm with provider (source labels November/December dates PDT)
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
Defensive Firearms Instruction
Salem · In person
9 AM–5 PM each day
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
Defensive Firearms Instruction
Milwaukie · In person
10 AM–2 PM
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
Stoneridge Tactical
Central Point · 411 N Front Street
Starts 8 AM
Schedule checked September 19, 2026
Three Nails Tactical Training
Confirm classroom/range venue with provider
Time not published; contact provider to register
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
540 Training
Online · Zoom
1–5 PM
Schedule checked October 6, 2026
Three Nails Tactical Training
Confirm classroom/range venue with provider
Time not published; contact provider to register
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
Three Nails Tactical Training
Confirm classroom/range venue with provider
Time not published; contact provider to register
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
540 Training
Sherwood · Tri County Gun Club
1–5 PM
Schedule checked October 6, 2026
Defensive Firearms Instruction
Diamond Shooting Club, Sheridan
10 AM–6 PM
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
Defensive Firearms Instruction
Salem · In person
Noon–4 PM
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
Defensive Firearms Instruction
Salem classroom; final day Sweet Home
9 AM–5 PM each day; final day at Sweet Home range
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
Defensive Firearms Instruction
Milwaukie · In person
Confirm daily times: overview shows 9:30 AM–4:30 PM; booking shows 9 AM–5 PM
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
Stoneridge Tactical
Central Point · 411 N Front Street
Starts 9 AM · 4-hour course
Schedule checked September 19, 2026
Three Nails Tactical Training
Confirm classroom/range venue with provider
Time not published; contact provider to register
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
Defensive Firearms Instruction
Milwaukie classroom + Sheridan range
9 AM–5 PM; final day at range
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
Training Solutions International
Zoom or Junction City; confirm format for selected date
Confirm session time and availability with TSI
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
540 Training
Online · Zoom
Day 1: 8 AM–6 PM; day 2: 8 AM–noon
Schedule checked October 6, 2026
Cascade Security Training & Consulting
Online · Zoom; provider confirms registration and sends payment link
Start time/time zone: confirm with provider (source labels November/December dates PDT)
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
Three Nails Tactical Training
Confirm classroom/range venue with provider
Time not published; contact provider to register
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
Training Solutions International
Confirm Izaak Walton or Albany Rifle and Pistol Club venue
Confirm session time and availability with TSI
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
Training Solutions International
245 W 6th Ave., Junction City + range; confirm range venue
Confirm session time and availability with TSI
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
540 Training
Online · Zoom
1–5 PM
Schedule checked October 6, 2026
Defensive Firearms Instruction
Springfield · In person
Noon–4 PM
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
Three Nails Tactical Training
Confirm classroom/range venue with provider
Time not published; contact provider to register
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
Three Nails Tactical Training
Confirm classroom/range venue with provider
Time not published; contact provider to register
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
Three Nails Tactical Training
Confirm classroom/range venue with provider
Time not published; contact provider to register
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
Three Nails Tactical Training
Confirm classroom/range venue with provider
Time not published; contact provider to register
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
Defensive Firearms Instruction
Springfield · In person
9 AM–5 PM each day
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
Three Nails Tactical Training
Confirm classroom/range venue with provider
Time not published; contact provider to register
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
Three Nails Tactical Training
Confirm classroom/range venue with provider
Time not published; contact provider to register
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
Defensive Firearms Instruction
Diamond Shooting Club, Sheridan
9 AM–5 PM
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
Defensive Firearms Instruction
Milwaukie · In person
9 AM–2 PM; confirm duration with provider
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
Defensive Firearms Instruction
Milwaukie · In person
9 AM–5 PM each day
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
Defensive Firearms Instruction
Springfield · In person
9 AM–2 PM; confirm duration with provider
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
Defensive Firearms Instruction
41544 Upper Calapooia Dr, Sweet Home
9 AM–5 PM
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
December 2026 (12 classes)
Defensive Firearms Instruction
Springfield · In person
9 AM–5 PM each day
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
Training Solutions International
Zoom or Junction City; confirm format for selected date
Confirm session time and availability with TSI
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
540 Training
Tualatin classroom + range
24-hour course; confirm daily times with provider
Schedule checked October 6, 2026
540 Training
Sherwood · Tri County Gun Club
1–5 PM
Schedule checked October 6, 2026
540 Training
Online · Zoom
Day 1: 8 AM–6 PM; day 2: 8 AM–noon
Schedule checked September 19, 2026
540 Training
Online · Zoom
1–5 PM
Schedule checked September 19, 2026
Stoneridge Tactical
Central Point · 411 N Front Street
Starts 8 AM · 24-hour course
Schedule checked September 19, 2026
Cascade Security Training & Consulting
Online · Zoom; provider confirms registration and sends payment link
Start time/time zone: confirm with provider (source labels November/December dates PDT)
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
Stoneridge Tactical
Central Point · 411 N Front Street
Starts 9 AM
Schedule checked September 19, 2026
Training Solutions International
Confirm Izaak Walton or Albany Rifle and Pistol Club venue
Confirm session time and availability with TSI
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
Training Solutions International
245 W 6th Ave., Junction City + range; confirm range venue
Confirm session time and availability with TSI
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
540 Training
Online · Zoom
1–5 PM
Schedule checked September 19, 2026
January 2027 (1 classes)
540 Training
Tri County Gun Club · 13050 SW Tonquin Rd., Sherwood
1–5 PM
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
February 2027 (2 classes)
540 Training
Days 1–2: 20215 SW 95th Ave., Tualatin; day 3: Tri County Gun Club, Sherwood
9 AM–5 PM each day
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
540 Training
Tri County Gun Club · 13050 SW Tonquin Rd., Sherwood
1–5 PM
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
March 2027 (2 classes)
540 Training
Days 1–2: 20215 SW 95th Ave., Tualatin; day 3: Tri County Gun Club, Sherwood
9 AM–5 PM each day
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
540 Training
Tri County Gun Club · 13050 SW Tonquin Rd., Sherwood
1–5 PM
Schedule checked October 23, 2026
These are provider-published dates, not a guarantee of open seats. Class prices may exclude state application, fingerprinting, equipment, or other fees. Confirm the full cost and location before booking. Classes starting today or earlier are omitted.
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Succor Global · Knights School · GuardForce Academy · 540 Training · Stoneridge Tactical · Defensive Firearms Instruction
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How to Choose a Training Provider
Before signing up for a class, make sure you understand exactly what you are registering for. Oregon private security certification has different paths depending on the type of work you plan to do.
A good training provider should be able to clearly explain:
- Which credential and application path does this course cover? Compare the answer with the course-selection guide, especially basic training versus renewal or armed maintenance.
- Who will teach the class? Ask for the instructor’s name and DPSST number. Check the state instructor list and use the I.R.I.S. verification guide to help interpret available records.
- What is the complete price? Request tuition, retest, range, and other course charges in writing. Compare separately with DPSST application fees and fingerprinting requirements; do not assume an advertised course price is the entire certification cost.
- What attendance, technology, and equipment are required? For remote training options, ask about live sessions, assessments, and any in-person components before booking.
- Is the class running, and what happens if plans change? Reconfirm the listed class dates, venue, available seats, cancellation policy, and rescheduling or refund terms with the provider.
- What paperwork will I receive, and who submits it? Compare the provider’s explanation with the unarmed application steps or armed application steps. Keep your own copies.
- Which questions require DPSST rather than the school? Use the background check guide to prepare eligibility questions. A provider’s enrollment decision is not a state eligibility determination.
Do not register for a class based only on price. The cheapest option is not always the best option if the schedule, location, communication, or training format does not fit your needs.
Oregon DPSST Training FAQs
How do I verify a DPSST instructor before enrolling?
Ask for the instructor’s full name, DPSST number, and the credential under which they teach the course. Check the official instructor list and follow OSG’s I.R.I.S. lookup guide for help interpreting available records. A company’s name or a directory spotlight does not establish an individual instructor’s current status; resolve unclear records with DPSST.
Can I complete my Oregon security training online?
Review the online Oregon training guide, then ask the provider about live attendance, assessments, technology, and any in-person components. An Online tag does not mean every course the provider offers is fully remote. Compare your intended course with the requirements for your credential before paying.
Does the advertised tuition include all certification costs?
Do not assume it does. Request an itemized quote showing tuition, retesting, range charges, and any included services. Compare that quote with the DPSST fee breakdown and effective dates and the fingerprinting instructions. Confirm who collects each payment so you do not count or pay the same charge twice.
Do I need a security job before taking a class?
Not necessarily. Public-enrollment courses and employer-arranged training are different options; ask the school about enrollment prerequisites and the employer about any training support. Use the Oregon security career start guide and entry-level job listings to compare those routes. Do not assume an employer will reimburse a course you book independently.
Can I start working as soon as I pass the class?
Passing a course does not, by itself, authorize regulated security work. Complete the applicable application steps and confirm valid work authorization with your employing licensed manager and DPSST. Follow the Unarmed Guide or Armed Guide, and read the temporary-work explanation alongside the official application instructions.
Is an armed refresher the same as renewing my certification?
No. Annual armed training and qualification are separate from the certification-renewal application. Review the armed maintenance and renewal sections, check the official armed requirements, and tell the provider which obligation you need to complete. Do not assume a class advertised as a renewal covers every requirement.
Are the listed prices and upcoming class dates guaranteed?
No. The directory records information checked on the dates stated; it is not a live booking or seat-availability system. Use the class schedule to identify options, then confirm the full details directly with the provider. Price not publicly posted means you should request a quote, not assume the course is free.
How can a training provider claim or correct its listing?
Visit the Trainer Account page to request ownership and manage a profile after OSG approval, or use the listing-request form for corrections and help. Include a business contact, course types, schedule link, and the effective date of any price change. A listing request is not an application for DPSST instructor certification; see the instructor pathway overview for that separate process.
After Training: Finish Certification and Plan Your Next Job
Finish the paperwork. Save your course-completion documents, follow the appropriate application checklist, and use the I.R.I.S. guide to find available certification records. For a missing-document or eligibility notice, read the DPSST notices guide and follow the instructions and deadline in your notice.
Compare employers and jobs. Browse Oregon security openings, research the employer directory, and compare Oregon security wages. Explore hospital security opportunities or other security job types based on your interests and qualifications. Training does not guarantee a job or a particular wage.
Prepare for the actual assignment. Ask what your employer supplies and permits before purchasing gear. Then review the security equipment guide and use the Duty Belt Builder or Vest Setup Builder only to plan an appropriate, employer-approved setup. Broader questions belong in the OSG licensing, jobs, and pay FAQ.
OSG helps readers compare resources; it does not issue DPSST credentials, determine background eligibility, or guarantee course availability. Contact the listed provider to register and use official DPSST training information to verify the requirements for your chosen path.
Weekly Trainer Spotlight
One trainer is featured each week as we cycle through the directory. Every listed trainer is included unless they have opted out of promotion.
Basic directory listings stay free for as long as this directory operates. Provider profiles remain published while the featured position rotates.
The weekly spotlight is an editorial rotation, not a ranking or endorsement. Any future paid placement will be clearly labeled “Sponsored.”
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Use the form below and include your business name, website, training types offered, cities served, class schedule link, and a business email address. Listings are reviewed for accuracy before publication.
Important Disclaimer
Oregon Security Guide is an independent informational website. We are not affiliated with DPSST, the State of Oregon, or any listed training provider.
This directory is provided as a helpful resource for people researching Oregon private security training options. Instructor status, training availability, prices, websites, and class schedules can change. Always verify information directly with the training provider and DPSST before registering for a class.
