Texas School Safety Certification and Active Shooter Response Training


This Texas Department of Public Safety course is designed to train school administration, employees, and teachers how to respond to an active shooter and to certify employees to carry at school. This course provides important information and training for both those who choose to or choose not to carry in the school.

This course meets the requirements set forth by HB3 that went into effect September 2023. .

Cost: We tailor packages to the needs of the attendees. Our packages start with the State of Texas Mandated Course and can be upgraded to include periodic re-training, range memberships free range sessions for the attendees, and periodic requalification. Every attendee is automatically granted 1 year free membership to our Beech Paradise Ranch shooting range and 1 free range visit within that year.

To learn more, ask questions, or schedule a class with us email us at info@bpranch.com or call us at 8176686252

The training and information we provide is of great benefit to all staff members including those who may choose not to carry in the class room. Our training covers:

  • Being actively prepared.
  • Stress management.
  • Situational Awareness.
  • Taking control & leadership during an emergency.
  • Avoiding an active shooter.
  • Denying entry and movement of an active shooter.
  • Defending against an active shooter.
  • Mental Preparedness.
  • Physical Preparedness.
  • Equipment ideas tailored to your schools design to aid in protection.
  • Advanced firearms training.
  • Precision shooting and reloading while under duress.
  • Interaction and communication with First Responders.

Many of the subjects covered in our training benefit the non-armed school staff as much as they benefit the armed school staff.

Once completed you will receive a Texas Department of Public Safety training completion certificate and your information will be filed and on record with the Texas Department of Public Safety.

In order to attend this class and receive a completion certificate you must have a current and valid Texas License to Carry.

Who Can Attend:
Anyone currently employed/working for a place of learning that holds a valid Texas License To Carry. Public, Private, Charter, and Homeschool employees. Classes can be set up by individuals, groups, or the school administrations & districts.

Best Practices (Where to hold the classroom portion):
While the class can be taught outside the school in a lecture room, this class is best taught in your school and your classroom. This training covers the Avoid, Deny, and Defend method sanctioned by Texas D.P.S. The training is best performed utilizing your classroom for the most personalized approach and effectiveness. The live fire portion is held at our shooting range.

What you will need:
Semi-Automatic pistol caliber 32 or above. 200 rounds of ammunition. Eye and Hearing protection. Your preferred holster. 1 microfiber cloth and gun oil. Appropriate shooting range clothing.

Beech Paradise Ranch offers additional training for anyone wishing to go above and beyond the bare minimum. We also offer periodical requalification and training for those who wish to maintain a high standard of proficiency.