Hamblen Group

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For questions or reservations, please contact us at:

206-450-8218 or Contact Us

We return all phone calls and emails within 24 hours. Please ensure that you have provided the correct number and that the phone number does work. We strive to make your experience as smooth as possible.

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Per Washington State Law, personnel interested in becoming Armed Security Guards / Investigators / Bail Recovery must undergo training and testing by a CJTC Certified Weapons Instructor. Reference the CJTC Website.

The Hamblen Group specializes in testing for handguns. Testing is in compliance with Washington State Laws and conforms with the Washington State Criminal Justice Center. Upon completion of this 8 hour block of instruction and handgun testing, the guard / officer / agent is eligible for the armed license endorsement.

Location: Training is available from Longview to Seattle. Primary range in Thurston County is located near Littlerock, Washington, which is located 10 minutes South of Olympia. We are able to conduct the class at most ranges, but prior coordination will have to be made to ensure that we can conduct the firing portion of the test at that range.

Minimum Training / Testing time is 8 hours. Training consists of the required classroom portion, written test, and weapons qualification on the Range. Students must come prepared to safely fire their company issued weapon. Firearms training is not conducted during this session as it is a testing session. Firearms training can be provided prior to starting this 8 hour block of instruction at an additional cost.

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Washington CJTC Training Manual (PDF)(Opens in new Window)

At times the CJTC website does go down or is slow in responding. A copy of the document is given to each student during class and we teach directly from that manual, so it is not a requirement to bring it with you. This link is provided to students who like to read ahead.

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Minimum of 50 rounds per weapon fired. 50 rounds are required for testing and generally we like students to fire 10 warmup rounds prior to the test so 60 rounds is recommended, but this is optional. Since we do allow re-testing, based on the student shooting safely, it is recommended to bring an additional 50 rounds.
Minimum of two magazines (semi-auto) or quick loaders (revolver)
Ballistic Eye Protection
Hearing Protection
Company owned weapon or the weapons type you will be carrying on the job. For example if you qualify with a Glock 22 during the test you are able to carry any Glock 22 on duty.
Rigid belt holster; No shoulder holsters; inside pants holsters must be rigid enough to remain open

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Thurston County: Southern Range (outdoor) located near Littlerock, Washington

King County: Northern Range (indoor) located in Kent, Washington

1 Student = $300 (Great Price for Private Instruction)
2 -12 Students = $180 each person
In the interest of safety we limited class size to 12 students.
Special accommodations can be made for larger groups.
A $25 deposit is required to lock in all classes.

Additional Costs may apply if another range is used. Cost increases depend solely on any additional range usage fees that may incur.

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Prior knowledge of Firearm safety, weapons handling, and accurate shooting are a requirement for this session. Practice drawing your weapons and reholstering it. Practice reloading with your eyes up and being situational aware. Ensure that your finger stays off the trigger until you are ready to fire.
Please remember this is a class on Washington State Firearm licensing and Washington State Weapons Qualification. No hands-on weapons training is conducted.
We do however allow two attempts to qualify and allow warm-up time.
Students generally have the hardest time shooting at 25 yards. We strongly encourage you to practice shooting at 25 yards several times prior to this class. We want you to pass this test!
If you require additional training we also provide that: Firearms Training
If circumstances force you to cancel your class 50% is refundable. Classes are much like a concert or sporting event. The instructor must be paid even if no one comes to the class.
A $25 deposit is required to lock in the class.
Although we do not like last minute changes to our schedule, and we know you don't either, we do reserve the right to cancel any class in the event of an emergency. Of course, refunds will be issued. Please know that we will always do our best to accommodate you.
The Southern firing range is outdoors so please dress appropriately for the weather. In December 2009 the range was closed due to extreme cold conditions make it unsafe to fire. This is an unusual situation here in Washington, but if this does ocurr we will reschedule your class at no additional cost to you. Weather is not generally an issue here in Western Washington with regards to firing outdoors.
Prior to the class you are sent a liability waiver. It is a standard waiver, but please read it so that if you have questions you research the answers.

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For more information and to view the complete range test please go to CJTC website and look for Form 729 or click this link (opens into a new window).

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All guns are always loaded.
Never let the muzzle cover anything you are not willing to destroy.
Keep your finger off the trigger until your sights are on the target and you are ready to fire.
Be sure of your target and what is behind and beyond it.

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The Hamblen Group
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Office: 206-450-8218
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