California Occupational License
Firearms Training Instructor
Department of Consumer Affairs
Bureau of Security and Investigative Services
Licensing Agency Contact Information:
Address: | PO Box 989002 West Sacramento, CA 95798 |
Phone Number: | (916) 322-4000
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Fax Number: | (916) 575-7290
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E-mail Address: | bsis@dca.ca.gov |
Internet Address: | http://www.bsis.ca.gov |
License Requirements, Fees, and Examination Information:
Requirements:
Be 18 or older.
Undergo a criminal history background check through the DOJ and the FBI.
Possess an AA degree in Administration of Justice or its equivalent AND possess a police or security firearm instructor’s training certificate issued by the National Rifle Association or a firearm instructor’s training certificate issued by a federal, state, or local agency.
Application Fee - $250
DOJ Fingerprint Processing Fee - $32
FBI Fingerprint processing Fee - $17
Renewal Fee - $250
The initial license is valid for 2 years. Each renewal cycle extends the registration for an additional 2 years.
Average time to process an application is 30-60 days.
Authority: Business and Professions Code, Chapter 11.5
Occupation Title | SOC Code |
Teachers and Instructors, All Other | 253099 |