Personal security used to be a service exclusively for larger companies, but that isn’t the case in 2022. Smart security cameras and security systems have lowered the barrier to entry and allowed business owners and homeowners alike to get the security coverage they need. What if you need to go above and beyond a security […]
Author Archives: Hailey Ploski
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Dec
Dec
At Security Training Academy, we offer high-quality security training classes for individuals and companies. Regardless of your area of training, all of our courses are taught by experienced professionals in the state of Maryland. Our broad selection of courses situates us to provide value to a variety of students with unique desires and goals. As […]
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You may believe it’s not possible to receive a concealed carrying permit in the state of Maryland, but that’s not actually the case. Both open and concealed carry are legal in Maryland if you are able to procure a Maryland Wear/Carry Handgun Permit (WCHP). Read more to find out if you qualify. Determine Your […]
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Sep
Sep
It’s the start of a new month, so we wanted to touch base with our audience with an updated course schedule. As usual, we have several Maryland HQL sessions along with a hand full of specialized police training courses approved by the Secretary of the Maryland State Police and the Maryland Police Training and Standards […]
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We’re excited to announce that we’ve added three new courses to our calendar. NRA Range Safety Officer Training, Florida/ Utah Concealed Carry and NRA Personal Protection in the Home are each unique courses that our security training academy can now deliver to students across Maryland! Let’s learn a little bit about each new addition! NRA […]
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So, you want to purchase a handgun in the state of Maryland? The process might seem daunting at first, but it’s not so difficult with a little guidance. Let’s jump into it! Here is our checklist to help you navigate down the path toward pistol ownership. Prohibitions There are a few prohibitions when it comes […]
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Earlier this year the Maryland legislature passed a law requiring mandatory training for both the initial and renewal of a Special Police Officer Commission. Applicants now must attend and pass an 80-hour training course before they can receive their commission. Special officers that are currently certified or certified within the last five years do not […]
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The state of Maryland requires that all residents who want to purchase, rent or receive a handgun legally, must acquire a Maryland Handgun Qualification License, or HQL. An HQL ensures that the person acquiring the firearm has passed a criminal background check and completed a state-mandated safety training course. There are several steps needed to […]
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As a gun enthusiast, a hunter or someone who is required to carry a weapon as part of employment, accuracy when shooting is critical to safety and success. One of the best tools to improve your marksmanship is using our Baltimore smokeless range. A smokeless range gives you high-quality firearms training without needing to use […]
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As we continue to work with hundreds of gun owners and enthusiasts, we are working to offer the best possible training and classes to meet their needs. All handgun owners are required to have a handgun qualification license (HQL) in Maryland. The HQL includes classroom instruction on state firearm laws, home safety training and more. […]
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