2026 | OPOTA 20-Hour Basic Firearms Certification (2-Day Class)

This class fulfills all requirements to obtain your OPOTC Private Security Firearms Certificate.

This is a 20 Hour course taking place over 2 consecutive days.

Day 1: 10 Hour Classroom from 8:00am to 7:00pm

Day 2: 10 Hours Combined Classroom and Range 8:00am to 7:00pm

Students will be taught the basic principles of Ohio CHL law and will be taught how to handle interaction with law enforcement. Instruction is provided by a Ohio Police Officers Training Commission (OPOTC) Certified Instructor with years of practical experience in carrying a firearm & in law enforcement.

• You must be over the age of 18.
• You must not be under a firearms disability.

If you are uncertain about your eligibility, call us or use the form to determine your eligibility before enrolling. (Click the blue link)

NOTE: If you find you are not eligible, please do not enroll and contact Action Defense for next steps in getting this resolved.

If you are not eligible, but enroll anyways, you will be dismissed from class, and forfeit your fee.

Bring typed, complete, paper copies of all documents:

🔲Photo I.D.

Complete, Typed and Printed:

🔲Student Disclosure:

🔲Student Enrollment:

🔲Waiver of Liability:

Bring all required equipment or rent it in advance:

🔲Ammo- 100 rds

🔲Firearm*

🔲Duty belt

🔲OWB holster

🔲Min of 2 magazines

🔲Magazine pouch

🔲Hearing Protection

🔲Eye Protection

🔲Speed loader for revolvers

*Caliber: 9mm or larger; min 4" barrel; pistol-mounted optics/red dots are not permitted.

• Class Materials
• Range Fees
• Targets

🔲Pants w/belt loops

🔲High-neck shirt

🔲Closed-toe shoes

🔲Ball cap

🚫No athletic pants

🚫No shorts

🚫No tank tops

🚫No dangly jewelry

• Study to memorize your written SPO's.
• If you are a new shooter, Take classes, Practice range SPO's. (not required)
• Prepare your documents a few days in advance of your class

• Bring all required equipment or rent it in advance
• Bring typed, completed, paper copies of all documents

Click the links to open your study guides

We have put all documents mentioned above here in one place:

By enrolling in an OPOTA Class, you have determined your eligibility and agree to these Policies:

REFUNDS: To receive a full refund, you must cancel your class at least 7 days before it is scheduled to begin. Cancellations received less than 7 days prior to the class date are non-refundable.

RESCHEDULING: We are happy to reschedule your class when you provide us with at least 48 hour notice before your scheduled class with the following guidelines:

• Up to 48 Hours Notice: Rescheduling is permitted at no charge.
• 48 to 24 Hours Notice: A rescheduling fee of 50% of the enrollment cost is required to reschedule
• Less Than 24 Hours Notice: A rescheduling fee of 100% of the enrollment cost (full price) is required.

NON-REFUNDABLE SCENARIOS: The enrollment fees are non-refundable in the following situations. Students who fall under these scenarios forfeit their enrollment and must pay the full enrollment fee to attend a future class.

• Late Arrival: Arriving late or missing any portion of your class (including the start of class, range time, and returning from breaks or lunch).
• Missed Class/No-Show: Failing to attend the course on the scheduled day without any advance notice.
• Failure or Dismissal: Failing the course or being dismissed for any reason.
• Course Ineligibility: Attending class while not meeting eligibility requirements (e.g., expired certification or having a state/federal weapons disability)

CLASS CANCELLATIONS: Action Defense reserves the right to cancel any class due to enrollment, inclement weather or any other reason. In the event of a cancellation, students will be notified by email, and options for refunds or rescheduling will be provided.

Info: It's always wise to show up early to your class to make sure you are properly prepared. It is recommended (but not required) for you to at 7:45 am.

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