Get Certified. Get Hired. Stay Ready.
Eagle Shield Academy offers state-approved certification training for armed and unarmed security guards — from non-lethal weapons and defensive tactics to deadly force law and firearms qualification.
Our Programs
Certification Programs
Whether you're entering the field or upgrading your credentials, we have the program for you.
Unarmed Security Guard Certification
The foundational certification for unarmed security professionals. Covers legal authority, patrol procedures, report writing, emergency response, and de-escalation.
- Legal powers & limitations
- Patrol & access control
- De-escalation techniques
- Emergency & first aid response
- Incident report writing
Non-Lethal Weapons Certification
Hands-on certification in the legal use of non-lethal defensive tools including OC spray, baton, and personal restraint techniques for security professionals.
- OC / pepper spray deployment
- Baton handling & use-of-force law
- Handcuffing & restraint techniques
- Defensive tactics fundamentals
- Liability & documentation
Armed Security Guard Certification
Comprehensive armed officer certification covering firearms qualification, deadly force law, threat assessment, and scenario-based live-fire training.
- Deadly force law & justification
- Firearms safety & handling
- Live-fire qualification course
- Threat assessment & decision-making
- Post-incident procedures
Annual Recertification & Continuing Education
Keep your credentials current with annual recertification courses covering updated use-of-force law, firearms re-qualification, and scenario refreshers.
- Use-of-force law updates
- Firearms re-qualification
- Scenario-based refreshers
- First aid & CPR renewal
- Legal liability review
State-Approved
Recognized by licensing boards
Why Choose Us
Why Guards Choose Eagle Shield
State-Approved Curriculum
All programs meet or exceed state licensing requirements. Our certifications are recognized by employers and licensing boards.
Experienced Instructors
Learn from active and retired law enforcement officers and military veterans with real-world use-of-force experience.
Flexible Scheduling
Weekend, evening, and accelerated formats available. Online theory modules let you complete coursework on your own time.
Job Placement Support
Graduates get access to our employer network. We connect certified guards with security companies actively hiring.
Eagle Shield's armed certification program was the most thorough training I've ever taken. The instructors are the real deal — active law enforcement who know exactly what you'll face in the field.
3,200+
Guards certified and working
Rated 4.9/5 by our graduates
"I completed the unarmed certification in a weekend and had my license within two weeks. The instructors were patient, knowledgeable, and the material was practical — not just textbook stuff."
Jasmine Carter
Unarmed Security Officer · Metro Event Security
"The non-lethal weapons course was eye-opening. I learned proper OC deployment and baton techniques I'd never been taught before. Highly recommend for anyone serious about the job."
Darnell Hughes
Security Supervisor · Sentinel Guard Services
"Eagle Shield helped me upgrade from unarmed to armed in one program. The live-fire qualification was challenging but the instructors prepared us well. Passed on my first attempt."
Sofia Reyes
Armed Security Officer · Ironclad Security
Our Story
Erik B. Sanchez
Eagle Shield Academy is owned and operated by Erik Sanchez, Managing Member of Eagle Shield Security, LLC. Erik is a U.S. Marine Corps combat veteran with two deployments in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom.
After the Marine Corps, Erik spent his career in law enforcement — serving as Chief of Police for the Department of Public Safety at Sul Ross State University. That experience on the front lines of both military service and law enforcement is the foundation every Eagle Shield course is built on.
Read our full storyIntegrity First
We hold ourselves and our graduates to the highest ethical standards. A credential from Eagle Shield means something because we don't cut corners.
Real-World Readiness
Every module is built around scenarios guards actually face. No filler, no fluff — just the skills that matter when it counts.
Inclusive Excellence
Great security professionals come from every background. We build programs that are accessible, rigorous, and designed for everyone to succeed.
Continuous Learning
The threat landscape evolves. Our curriculum evolves with it. We update our courses regularly and require instructors to stay current in the field.
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Start Your Certification Today
Classes forming now. Enroll online and take the first step toward a licensed security career.