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TEA-Texas Personal Protection Officer (PPO) Level IV Training -Blended

06/09/2025 8:00 am

$450.00

TEA-Texas Personal Protection Officer (PPO) Level IV Training -Blended

The Level IV Personal Protection Officer (PPO) course is the mandatory training required by the Texas Department of Public Safety – Private Security Program for all individuals seeking licensure as an Armed Personal Protection Officer in the State of Texas. This 16-hour, in-person course covers all state-mandated curriculum and proficiency requirements, ensuring students meet or exceed the standards set forth under the Texas Occupations Code, Chapter 1702, and Texas Administrative Code, Title 37, Part 1, Chapter 35.

Follow-Along Guide: a streamlined PDF matching the slides and activities for the in-person course.

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Texas Personal Protection Officer (PPO) Level IV – Course Description

The Texas Personal Protection Officer (PPO) Level IV Course provides the advanced state-required training for commissioned security officers who wish to work in executive/dignitary protection. This course prepares students to perform protective services for clients in both private and corporate environments, focusing on advanced security strategies, close protection techniques, and legal responsibilities.

Students will develop the knowledge and skills necessary to carry out protective assignments while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

Course Highlights:

  • Advanced Protection Training: Principles of executive/dignitary protection and client risk management.

  • Close Protection Tactics: Escort formations, defensive driving concepts, and client safety procedures.

  • Use of Force Continuum: Legal aspects of use of force, self-defense, and defense of third parties.

  • Firearms Training: Advanced proficiency with handgun (qualification required with duty weapon).

  • Situational Awareness & Risk Assessment: Identifying threats, pre-attack indicators, and planning for contingencies.

  • Professional Standards: Ethics, confidentiality, and maintaining client trust.

Requirements:

  • Must be at least 21 years old.

  • Must hold a valid Texas Commissioned Security Officer License (Level III).

  • Must have a valid Texas Driver’s License or State ID.

  • Must provide a duty handgun (9mm or .38 caliber minimum), 50 rounds of ammunition, and required safety gear (eye and ear protection).

  • Completion of DPS/RSD application, background check, and fingerprinting required for state licensing.

Certification:

Upon successful completion of the course and firearms proficiency qualification, students will receive a Certificate of Completion (Form PSB-30). This certificate is required to apply with the Texas Department of Public Safety – Regulatory Services Division (DPS/RSD) for a Personal Protection Officer (Level IV) License.

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