BSIS Training — Frequently Asked Questions

We provide the highest quality instruction for Bay Area security professionals and constantly refine our methods and materials to improve your learning experience. By joining us, you will have access to Paladin Tactical U.S. which provides exceptional firearms and tactical instruction for law enforcement, security teams, and CCW holders. Still have questions? Contact us → or view upcoming classes →

Yes, we can schedule BSIS Power-to-Arrest, Firearm Permit, and Qualification/Review private classes for your company. For advanced classes, visit www.paladin-tactical-us.com for more information. Power-to-Arrest: Minimum of $800 for up to 5 students. Additional students cost $150 each. Firearm Permit: Minimum of $1200 for up to 3 students. Additional students cost $400 each. Qualification/Review: Minimum of $560 for up to 4 students. Additional students cost $140 each. Still have questions? Contact us → or view upcoming classes →

Classes are usually held at the United Sportsmen Range in Concord. For the initial BSIS Exposed Firearms Permit class, we will have one day (8 hours) in the classroom and then one day (8 hours) on the range. For the BSIS re-qualification courses, we will have two hours in the classroom before spending an hour on the range. We offer the initial Exposed Firearms Permit class quarterly and the re-qualification session approximately twice per month. Still have questions? Contact us → or view upcoming classes →

Yes, we can conduct the qualification course for your new caliber. Contact office@paladin-shield.com to schedule range time. Per BSIS regulations, we will administer the written Firearms Exam prior to your qualification. Please study the BSIS Firearms Manual before class. Click below for the BSIS documents:

Follow the steps below: Complete an 8-hour Power to Arrest Course, submit your initial guard application to BSIS, and supply fingerprints upon their request BSIS will issue you a Guard Registration Card (remember to take the remaining 32 hours of required training within 6 months of registration) Complete a 2-day BSIS Firearm Permit Course, passing the written exam and live-fire qualification Complete the Firearms Assessment (personality test) Submit your Firearm Permit Initial Application to BSIS along with your course certificate, and supply a set of fingerprints upon their request BSIS will issue your Firearm Permit If you want to renew your Firearm Permit in two years, remember to complete a Firearms Range Qualification/Review Course every 6-months. Complete an additional 8-hours of continuing training annually to maintain your Guard Registration Card. Ready to start? View our upcoming Firearm Permit classes →

Class fees are nonrefundable; however, funds may be transferred to a different class if the request is made five (5) calendar days prior to the original class date. Classes rescheduled due to acts of God, including extreme weather or range closures outside of Paladin Shield's control will be rescheduled in place of a refund. Changes in class location or class schedule will be communicated by the email address and phone number you provide. If a class is rescheduled due to a low number of signups, we will ask that you move to another class date. You will receive a full refund if we can't accommodate you with an alternate date.

BSIS Licensed Firearms Facility: Paladin Shield TFF 1710 BSIS Certified Firearms Instructors: 1) Daniel Butler (TIF 2861) 2) Jesse B. Grove (TIF 2995)

Complete an 8-hour Power to Arrest course, submit your Guard Registration application to BSIS, and supply fingerprints. BSIS will issue your Guard Card, after which you must complete the remaining 32 hours of required training within 6 months. Ready to Start? See our upcoming Power to Arrest classes →