North Carolina Private Protective Services Board requires an annual registration renewal for ALL security officers, armored car officers, and private investigators who carry a firearm in the performance of their duties. In order to renew, applicants are required to qualify each year with their duty weapon(s) and obtain a score of 80% or higher. We HIGHLY recommend that those qualified to carry a firearm re-qualify 60 to 90 days prior to the expiration date of their registration or license to prevent any lapse, suspension, or termination of employment.

The standard format is conducted in one day with 4 hours of classroom training plus the range qualification. Training can be customized according to the needs of your company or group.

You will need the following equipment:

FIREARM:
Handguns should be semi-automatic pistols between 9mm and .45acp.
Rifles should be semi-automatic chambered in .223, 5.56, or .308.

AMMUNITION:
Bring at least 100 rounds for each firearm you plan to qualify with. (Please note that any failed attempt will require additional ammunition.)

EQUIPMENT:
- At least 2 magazines for each firearm
- Magazine pouches
- Secure duty holster and gun belt
- Eye and ear protection
- Flashlight (mounted or hand-held for pistol, mounted only for long gun)
- Baseball cap with bill
- Footwear with non-slip sole
- Proof of ID (Driver License, State ID, Passport, Military ID)