16-Hour Armed Guard Card Training - Tucson

NEW DPS IS NOW CHARGING $100 for the ARMED GUARD CARD + FIngerprint fee.

Prerequisites & Expectations

This is not a class for beginners. Armed Guards are expected to arrive proficient with their chosen duty weapon. Instruction will focus on DPS-required classroom topics, not specifically on how to shoot.

🔐 Welcome to Arizona’s Armed Security Guard Training!

Ready to take your security career to the next level? Join us for a two-day, hands-on training experience designed to prepare you for certification as an Arizona Armed Security Guard—delivered in a fun, interactive, and professional setting.

✅ Eligibility Requirements

To attend, you must:

• Hold a current Arizona Unarmed Guard Card, or

• Have recently submitted your application for the Unarmed Guard Card

💡 Tip: You can take the Unarmed and Armed classes back-to-back and submit all paperwork together—saving the $22 second fingerprint processing fee!

📅 Training Schedule

Day One – Classroom Instruction

Bring:

• Lunch, snacks, and refreshments (water/soda)

No Weapon Needed for Day #1

Don't forget to bring Identification with you, as it will be necessary to send to DPS.

• Additional Identification: Applicants whose place of birth is outside the United States may be asked to submit additional documentation for verification to DPS, including a passport or a birth certificate

Day Two – Firearms Range Qualification

Bring:

• Lunch, snacks, and refreshments (water/soda)

• Firearm: 9mm or higher caliber (.40, .45, etc.)

• Level 2 duty holster or better(Preferred)

• Two extra magazines with mag belt carrier

• 100 rounds of ammunition, minimum, just in case.

• Eye and ear protection

🎯 Qualification Standards

• Arizona DPS Requirement: 70% accuracy (175 points)

• LionHeart Standard: 90% accuracy (225 points), and ALL shots must remain on the silhouette, even if outside the scoring zone

We hold our team to a higher standard—because excellence is what sets LionHeart apart.

📦 What’s Included

• Armed Guard Training Class

• Application & Training Verification Digitally sent to DPS

• Photocopy of your driver’s license sent digitally to DPS

💵 Additional Fees

• DPS Guard Card Processing Fee: $123.44 plus or minus(not included in course cost)
• Field Print Fingerprint Processing Fee: $8.25 (not included in course cost)

📌 DPS Application Process Update

All applications will now be submitted digitally through the DPS Website:

1. Create a DPS Account

Upload your Training Verification form and copy of ID directly to DPS.

2. Set Up a FieldPrint Account

Schedule and complete your digital fingerprinting through FieldPrint.

3. Digital Submission Only

The Tucson Lionheart office will no longer provide Ink Fingerprint Cards.

FieldPrint is now the exclusive method, enabling 100% online submission.

🚀 Don’t Miss This Opportunity!

Advance your career, sharpen your skills, and join a team that values professionalism and preparedness. We look forward to seeing you there!

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