Gladius Tactical

California Exposed Firearms Permit - Day 2 (Range)
2026-10-22 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-09-14 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-13 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-07-02 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-04 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Range, 6700 Holser Canyon Rd, Piru, CA, 93040, United States
California Exposed Firearms Permit Day 2 (Range)
Day Two is a continuation of Day One classroom instruction for the BSIS Exposed Firearms Permit Course and consists of practical range training and firearms qualification.
Students will receive hands-on instruction in firearm safety, weapon handling, loading and unloading procedures, shooting fundamentals, malfunction clearing, and proper range commands. Under the supervision of certified firearms instructors, students will participate in live-fire exercises designed to develop safe firearm operation, accuracy, confidence, and compliance with BSIS standards.
The day concludes with the mandatory BSIS firearms qualification course, which students must successfully complete in order to apply for the California BSIS Exposed Firearms Permit.
All range activities are conducted in a controlled, professional, and safety-focused environment.

California Exposed Firearms Permit - Day 1 (Classroom)
2026-10-14 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-09-02 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-05 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-24 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-28 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Gladius Tactical – Los Angeles, 16117 Covello St., Van Nuys, CA, 91406, United States
California Exposed Firearms Permit Day 1 (Classroom)
The CA Firearms Permit focuses on a variety of different areas pertinent to exposed firearms certification. You will learn about both the legal and moral aspects of firearm usage, as well as firearms nomenclature and maintenance techniques essential for proper conduct.
The two-day course is divided into a classroom instruction portion on Day One and a firearms range qualification portion on Day Two.
Any BSIS security guard registrant seeking to obtain or associate a BSIS Firearms Permit with their guard registration must complete the assessment to demonstrate appropriate judgment, restraint, and self-control necessary for carrying and using a firearm while performing security guard duties.
Additionally, in order to obtain a California BSIS Firearms Permit, the student must:

Provide proof of U.S. citizenship or legal residency prior to participating in the course.
Possess a valid California Guard Card.
Pass a Livescan
Pass assessment

Prices are for both days and include range fees, ammunition, Live Scan, and BSIS fees. Assessment test fees are not included.
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Emergency Vehicle Operation Course (EVOC)
2026-09-29 08:00 - 2026-09-30 17:00, 2026-09-01 08:00 - 2026-09-02 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Gladius Tactical – Los Angeles, 16117 Covello St., Van Nuys, CA, 91406, United States
This is a two-day driving program that is fully customized for professional security drivers, executive drivers, and protection teams seeking to build specialized skills and gain a better understanding of transporting clients in coupes, sedans and SUVs.
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Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC)
2026-09-25 08:00 - 2026-09-27 17:00, 2026-08-28 08:00 - 2026-08-30 17:00, 2026-07-17 08:00 - 2026-07-19 17:00, 2026-05-08 08:00 - 2026-05-10 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Gladius Tactical – Los Angeles, 16117 Covello St., Van Nuys, CA, 91406, United States
Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC)
This course introduces evidence-based, how-to-respond-to and how-to-care-for procedures for patients in a civilian tactical environment. It is designed to decrease preventable deaths in a tactical situation. The course presents the three phases of tactical care. Our instructors are certified by the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT).
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Emergency Vehicle Operation Course (EVOC)
2026-07-27 08:00 - 2026-07-28 17:00, 2026-06-15 08:00 - 2026-06-16 17:00, 2026-05-12 08:00 - 2026-05-13 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Gladius Tactical – Los Angeles, 16117 Covello St., Van Nuys, CA, 91406, United States
Emergency Vehicle Operation Course (EVOC)
This is a two-day driving program that is fully customized for professional security drivers, executive drivers, and protection teams seeking to build specialized skills and gain a better understanding of transporting clients in coupes, sedans and SUVs.
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Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC)
2026-06-26 08:00 - 2026-06-28 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Gladius Tactical – Los Angeles, 16117 Covello St., Van Nuys, CA, 91406, United States
This course introduces evidence-based, how-to-respond-to and how-to-care-for procedures for patients in a civilian tactical environment. It is designed to decrease preventable deaths in a tactical situation. The course presents the three phases of tactical care. Our instructors are certified by the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT).
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Taser Training
2026-06-02 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Gladius Tactical – Los Angeles, 16117 Covello St., Van Nuys, CA, 91406, United States
Taser Training
The Taser Training and Certification course teaches you how to utilize a Taser as a non-lethal method of self- defense. Curriculum is broken into three sections: lecture, demonstration and scenario method.
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CPR Certification First Aid and AED Training
2024-01-23 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Gladius Tactical – Los Angeles, 16117 Covello St., Van Nuys, CA, 91406, United States
Learn the skills and abilities to effectively give life-saving CPR techniques as a first responder. During the course an AHA Instructor works with each student to complete their first aid, CPR and AED skills practice and testing.
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Carbine 2 - Advanced Carbine
2023-09-09 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Indiana/Knox) | Gladius Tactical at Elk River, 4626 TN-50, Pelham, TN, 37366, United States
This is an intermediate level carbine class. The goal of this course is to make the student more proficient with a fighting rifle in various applications. We will cover weapon operation and handling as well as proper zeroing techniques for battle rifles and the various advantages and disadvantages of different zeroing ranges. Upon completion of this class the student will be proficient with a fighting rifle and understand its basic operation, employment and limitations in self-defense, home protection, or combat applications.
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ERAD – Elk River After Dark
2023-08-05 20:00 - 23:30 (America/Indiana/Knox) | Gladius Tactical at Elk River, 4626 TN-50, Pelham, TN, 37366, United States
ERAD is our low-light and night vision workshop. In this 4 to 6 hour workshop, we cover various aspects of shooting handguns and/or carbines in low light and no light situations. We break this workshop into two phases each session. First, we confirm zero with your firearms and equipment. Once zeroed we will transition to some basic drills focused on fundamentals while we wait for the sun to set. Once the sun sets, we begin with some low light and white light/visible laser drills for the group.
Note: Start times will vary based on seasonal sunset times. Please be sure you have the correct start time. If you need to zero your weapon systems prior to the workshop, a range will be available two hours in advance of the workshop.
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TAC 4 - Combat Handgun Fundamentals
2023-07-29 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Indiana/Knox) | Gladius Tactical at Elk River, 4626 TN-50, Pelham, TN, 37366, United States
This course is step 2 in our handgun skills development program. It is intended for intermediate to advanced level shooters who have attended the concealed carry course or a basic handgun course and are comfortable with the 4 basic firearms safety rules.
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TAC 3 - Handgun Concealed Carry Fundamentals
2023-06-24 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Indiana/Knox) | Gladius Tactical at Elk River, 4626 TN-50, Pelham, TN, 37366, United States
This course is the first step in handgun skill development for the concealed carry citizen. It is intended for the gun owner who has attended the concealed carry permit course or a basic handgun course and desires to further improve their skillset.
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Carbine 1 - Basic Carbine
2023-06-03 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Indiana/Knox) | Gladius Tactical at Elk River, 4626 TN-50, Pelham, TN, 37366, United States
This is an entry level carbine class. The goal of this course is to prepare the student for advanced carbine, which is our level two class for a fighting rifle. We will cover basic weapon operation and handling as well as proper zeroing techniques for battle rifles and the various advantages and disadvantages of different zeroing ranges. Upon completion of this class the student will be proficient with a fighting rifle and understand its basic operation, employment and limitations.
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Advanced Target Acquisition Course
2021-10-11 08:00 - 2021-10-15 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Gladius Tactical at Elk River, 4626 TN-50, Pelham, TN, 37366, United States
This is a reality-based course designed for the basic or experienced law enforcement sniper. In this course the students will greatly improve and/or enhance their skill set as a law enforcement precision marksman.
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CA Guard Card
2021-10-04 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Gladius Tactical – Los Angeles, 16117 Covello St., Van Nuys, CA, 91406, United States
CA Guard Card is the first step in pursuing a career in the security field.
Our California Guard Card course is certified through California’s Bureau of Security and Investigative Services (BSIS) and is AB2880- compliant.
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Taser Training
2021-09-08 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Gladius Tactical – Los Angeles, 16117 Covello St., Van Nuys, CA, 91406, United States
The Taser Training and Certification course teaches you how to utilize a Taser as a non-lethal method of self- defense. Curriculum is broken into three sections: lecture, demonstration and scenario method.
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