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Are local Cincinnati OPOTA courses full or is it too late to register? Visit Bee-Safe® and certify with  experienced instructors.  Obtain or Renew Your OPOTA Private Security Firearm Certification in New Riegel, OH , apox. 175 miles North of Cincinnati.

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OPOTA Academy - Get In Touch (Cincinnati )

Searching for an OPOTA Training Center in Cincinnati?

Are local Cincinnati OPOTA courses full or is it too late to register? Visit Bee-Safe® and certify with  experienced instructors.

Questions?
419-318-7233

Get in Touch

OPOTA Academy - Get In Touch (Cincinnati )

Upcoming OPOTA Training 175mi North of Cincinnati

Jan 04
4HR OPOTA Private Security Firearm Requalification Course
17 Findlay St - 17 Findlay Street, New Riegel, OH 44853
Jan 11
20-HR OPOTA Security Firearm Certification (10 hr classroom & 10 hr range)
17 Findlay St - 17 Findlay Street, New Riegel, OH 44853
Feb 01
4HR OPOTA Private Security Firearm Requalification Course
17 Findlay St - 17 Findlay Street, New Riegel, OH 44853
Feb 15
20-HR OPOTA Security Firearm Certification (10 hr classroom & 10 hr range)
17 Findlay St - 17 Findlay Street, New Riegel, OH 44853
Mar 01
4HR OPOTA Private Security Firearm Requalification Course
17 Findlay St - 17 Findlay Street, New Riegel, OH 44853
Mar 15
20-HR OPOTA Security Firearm Certification (10 hr classroom & 10 hr range)
17 Findlay St - 17 Findlay Street, New Riegel, OH 44853
Apr 05
4HR OPOTA Private Security Firearm Requalification Course
17 Findlay St - 17 Findlay Street, New Riegel, OH 44853
Apr 26
20-HR OPOTA Security Firearm Certification (10 hr classroom & 10 hr range)
17 Findlay St - 17 Findlay Street, New Riegel, OH 44853

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OPOTA Training | Private Security Firearms Certification

Cincinnati OPOTA Training FAQs

ORC Section 4749.10 mandates specific training for private security personnel. This includes a 20-hour firearms qualification course and a 4-hour requalification course. Participants must demonstrate proficiency in handling and using firearms safely, understanding Ohio’s CHL laws, and interacting with law enforcement.
Private security firearm training requirements include completing a 20-hour firearms qualification course. Students must bring their own handgun, 250 rounds of ammunition, two magazines, a duty belt with a holster, eye and ear protection, and a valid state ID. The course covers safe firearm handling, marksmanship, and range safety. If you are searching for a Cincinnati OPOTA training center you may consider making the trip North to Bee-Safe®.
The OPOTA training academy requires perfect attendance. Students must attend all scheduled classes and are not allowed to miss more than 14 minutes of any session. They must also be U.S. citizens, at least 21 years old, and meet specific legal and mental health criteria.
OPOTA firearms instructors must be certified by the Ohio Police Officers Training Commission (OPOTC). They should have extensive experience in law enforcement and firearm handling. Instructors must also comply with OPOTA’s standards for providing quality education and ensuring student safety.

Attendees must bring the following to the 20-hour OPOTA course:

  • Handgun (semi-auto or revolver)
  • 250 rounds of ammunition (no steel-cased ammo)
  • Two ammunition magazines
  • Duty belt with a firearm holster
  • Magazine holster
  • Ear and eye protection
  • State ID

For the 4-hour OPOTA certification class, attendees must bring:

  • Handgun (semi-auto or revolver)
  • 100 rounds of ammunition
  • Two ammunition magazines
  • Duty belt with a firearm holster
  • Magazine holster
  • Ear and eye protection
  • State ID
  • Copy of their current OPOTA firearm certificate

Snacks and refreshments are allowed, and a refrigerator and microwave are available.

Attendees must wear pants with belt loops, a belt, and non-slip shoes. Open-toe shoes are not allowed. Proper attire ensures safety and compliance with training standards.
Disqualifications include having felony convictions, misdemeanor domestic violence convictions, being a fugitive from justice, drug dependency, mental incompetence adjudications, dishonorable discharge from the armed forces, renouncing U.S. citizenship, and more. Full details are provided during course registration. Every Cincinnati OPOTA training center must abide by these laws.
Do not bring loaded firearms into the training academy. Ammunition should be locked in your vehicle. Only bring your secured, unloaded handgun into the classroom.
Upon successful completion of the 20-hour OPOTA course, participants will receive a signed Certificate of Completion from an OPOTC Certified Instructor at Bee-Safe®. This certificate fulfills the requirements for private security firearm training in Ohio.
After completing the 4-hour OPOTA certification class, participants will receive a signed Certificate of Completion from an OPOTC Certified Instructor at Bee-Safe®. This certificate is necessary for requalification as a private security firearm handler.

OPOTA Courses are listed on Eventbrite and beesafeohio.com. Electronic form of payment is required to register.

The OPOTA 20-hour certification is a mandatory training program for individuals seeking to become licensed private security officers in Ohio. It covers essential topics related to security procedures, legalities, and skills required for the role.

Anyone wishing to work as a private security officer in Ohio must complete the OPOTA 20-hour certification as part of the licensing requirements set by the state.

The OPOTA 20-hour certification is valid for a set period, usually two to three years, after which individuals must undergo recertification or renewal training to maintain their license.

Costs can vary depending on the instructor and location. Normally the price is $225.

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