CPPSS00063

Firearms Skill Set

The nationally recognised CPPSS00063 Firearms Skill Set is for licensed security guards who need a certification to use and carry firearms. This hands-on training course will teach you how to carry, operate and maintain firearms for security purposes, and deal with a range of security threats. The course covers: discharging a firearm in response to a life-threatening situation, using protective equipment and communications, firearm control and tactical positioning, shooting accuracy and consistency, unloading and storage. There is also scope to work with revolvers, semi-automatic pistols, and shotguns Enquire now for the full list of study units, details of the firearms training course approved in your state (or territory), and the next available entry dates.

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Delivery mode:
On Campus

Average duration:
7 days

Accreditation:
Nationally recognised training

Outcomes

This course can help you get a job as:

Job Title

Average Salary

Security Guard

$1,050 weekly pay

Security Officer

$1,050 weekly pay

This course can help you progress to:

Job Title

Average Salary

Biosecurity Officer

$1,150 weekly pay

Customs and Border Protection Officer

$1,250 weekly pay

Customs Broker

$1,730 weekly pay

Intelligence Analyst

$1,250 weekly pay

Intelligence Officer

$1,250 weekly pay

Please note that weekly pay figures are estimates only of what you could possibly earn.

Nationally Recognised Training

This is a nationally recognised course delivered by Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). RTOs are strictly regulated by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA). This guarantees you will be studying a quality-assured and nationally recognised qualification.

Recognition of Prior Learning

RTOs are also able to offer Recognition of Prior Learning for work experience or formal qualifications you may have undertaken to shorten the time you have to study. Ask a course provider for more details during the enrolment process.

Payment Options

Course providers may offer flexible payment options for those who do not wish (or are unable) to pay their tuition fees outright. There is usually a discount for those who pay their tuition fees upfront.

Enquire with a course provider to find out more.