This firearms training program develops the skills and knowledge required for security officers undertaking armed security duties in Queensland. Training focuses on safe firearm handling and use, operational awareness, security procedures and the responsibilities associated with carrying firearms in a security environment. Licensing remains subject to the requirements and approval of the relevant Queensland licensing authority.
The program draws on the extensive operational experience of BARS Training Australia CEO Garry Oliver, who served 24 years with the Queensland Police Service and trained as a District Firearms Training Officer (DFTO), together with firearms instructor Michael Roberts, who has more than 30 years of weapons and defensive tactics training experience with the Australian Defence Force.
This course is designed for security personnel seeking the training required to support an application for a Queensland Security Licence (Guard) involving the use of firearms.
Training develops the skills and knowledge required to assess and respond to security risk situations, maintain operational safety, manage conflict and determine appropriate responses where a firearm may be required in a life-threatening situation.
Participants undertake practical firearms training covering the safe handling, operation and maintenance of applicable firearms, together with operational security procedures and the selection and use of body armour.
Training includes risk assessment, decision-making, firearm safety, operational responsibilities and practical scenario-based activities relevant to armed security duties.
The following units of competency are included:
- CPPSEC3101 – Manage conflict and security risks using negotiation
- CPPSEC3102 – Maintain operational safety and security of the work environment
- CPPSEC3103 – Determine and implement response to security risk situation
- CPPSEC3114 – Control security risk situations using firearms
- CPPSEC3115 – Carry, operate and maintain revolvers for security purposes
- CPPSEC3116 – Carry, operate and maintain semi-automatic pistols for security purposes
- CPPSEC3117 – Carry, operate and maintain shotguns for security purposes
- CPPSEC3131 – Select, use and maintain body armour for security purposes
Participants who successfully complete all training and assessment requirements will receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for the units successfully completed.
Course Fees From $1200
To view full course details, select Course Application & Enrolment and enter your preferred training location. Available course dates, fees and location-specific information will then be displayed.
Completion of this training does not automatically result in the issue of a weapons licence. Applications for a Queensland Security Licence (Guard) are assessed and determined by Queensland Police Weapons Licensing.
For a new Security Licence (Guard) application, Queensland Police currently requires applicants to provide evidence of completing the applicable approved security guard firearms training.
Applicants must also satisfy the eligibility, genuine reason, identification, security provider licensing, safe storage and other requirements applying to their particular application.
Security guards who hold a Queensland weapons licence are also subject to ongoing licensing requirements, including annual security guard requalification requirements.BARS Training Australia will provide participants with information about the licensing process during the course; however, Queensland Police Weapons Licensing determines whether an applicant satisfies the requirements for the issue or renewal of a weapons licence.
Participants are encouraged to review the current Queensland Police Weapons Licensing information before applying:
- (Security Licence (Guard) and Licence Types)
- (Are You Ready to Apply?)
- (Apply for a Weapons Licence Online)
- (Safe Storage of Weapons and Ammunition)
- (Weapons Licence Fees and Forms)
Queensland Police Weapons Licensing
Phone: (07) 3015 7777
Email: weaponslicensing@police.qld.gov.au
(Queensland Police Weapons Licensing Website)
Weapons licence application and renewal fees are separate from BARS Training Australia course fees. Licensing requirements, eligibility criteria, fees and application processes may change. Participants should always confirm the current requirements directly with Queensland Police Weapons Licensing before lodging an application.
Course Duration
This course is delivered through a combination of pre-course self-paced learning and four days of face-to-face training and assessment. Participants are required to complete the supplied pre-course learning activities before attending and must attend and actively participate in all four days of scheduled face-to-face training and assessment.
The face-to-face component combines classroom-based theory, practical firearms handling, scenario-based training and live-fire activities conducted at an approved firearms range. Training develops the knowledge, skills, attitude and responsible behaviours required to safely handle, operate and maintain firearms in the context of armed security duties.
Participants receive practical instruction in firearm and ammunition safety, safe handling and operation, storage and security, relevant legal and operational responsibilities, risk management and practical shooting. Training progresses from underpinning knowledge and controlled handling activities through to practical application and live-fire assessment under the supervision of experienced firearms instructors.
Participants must successfully complete the required pre-course learning and all theory, practical handling, live-fire and assessment activities to satisfy the course requirements.
Entry and Participation Requirements
Participants must be at least 18 years of age and must be able to safely participate in firearms training, including practical firearms handling, scenario-based activities and live-fire training and assessment conducted at an approved firearms range.
Participants must follow all instructor directions, firearms safety procedures and range requirements throughout the course. A person who has a physical, medical or other condition that may affect their ability to safely handle or use firearms should discuss their circumstances with BARS Training Australia before enrolment and, where appropriate, seek advice from their medical practitioner.
Participants should also consider whether they are likely to satisfy the current Queensland weapons licensing eligibility requirements. Queensland Police Weapons Licensing assesses matters including criminal history, domestic violence matters, physical and mental fitness and other circumstances when determining whether a person is eligible and is a fit and proper person to hold a weapons licence.
BARS Training Australia does not determine a participant's eligibility to hold a weapons licence. Participants who have concerns about their circumstances should review the current Queensland Police Weapons Licensing eligibility information before enrolling.
(Weapons Licensing Eligibility Requirements)
Due to the potential for exposure to lead and other hazards associated with firearms and firing ranges, participants who are pregnant or who have health concerns about participating in live-fire activities should obtain appropriate medical advice before undertaking the course and contact BARS Training Australia if they wish to discuss the training environment. Participants require sufficient language, literacy, numeracy and digital skills to understand firearms safety information, legal and operational requirements, follow written and verbal instructions, complete required documentation and participate in knowledge and practical assessment activities.
BARS Training Australia assesses these requirements prior to enrolment and can provide appropriate learning support and reasonable adjustment where this does not compromise firearms safety or the essential requirements of the training and assessment.
Participants are encouraged to review the BARS Training Australia Student Handbook before enrolment. The Handbook provides important information about student support, reasonable adjustment, training and assessment, complaints and appeals, refunds and participant rights and responsibilities. view student handbook
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Recognition of Prior Learning is not offered by BARS Training Australia for this Security Guard Weapons Course. Participants are required to complete the prescribed firearms training and assessment activities, including the required practical firearms handling and live-fire components.
Queensland Police Weapons Licensing separately determines the training and other requirements that must be satisfied for the issue or renewal of a Security Licence (Guard).
Enrolment
Applicants are required to complete the BARS Training Australia online enrolment process. Relevant course information, fees, training arrangements, firearms safety requirements and participant requirements are provided before enrolment is confirmed.
Participants undertaking this course must satisfy the applicable BARS Training Australia entry and participation requirements. Completion of the course does not guarantee the issue of a Queensland weapons licence.
Refunds
Refunds are managed in accordance with the BARS Training Australia Refund Policy and applicable Terms and Conditions. Participants should carefully consider the course requirements and their individual circumstances before enrolling.
International Students
BARS Training Australia is not a CRICOS-registered provider and cannot enrol overseas students where training is required to be delivered by a CRICOS-registered provider under their student visa arrangements. Students studying in Australia on a student visa should confirm their training requirements before applying.
The Security Guard Safety Requalification Course provides annual firearms requalification for security guards who hold a Queensland weapons licence and are required to maintain firearms competency for armed security duties. The training focuses on skills and knowledge required to safely control security risk situations using a firearm and demonstrate competency in applicable firearm categories.
Training is delivered face-to-face by experienced firearms instructors and combines firearms safety, operational decision-making, practical handling and live-fire assessment. The course is particularly relevant to armed cash-in-transit security officers and other licensed security guards required to complete annual firearms requalification in accordance with current Queensland Police Weapons Licensing requirements.
Annual Firearms Requalification
This course provides annual firearms requalification training for security guards who hold a Queensland weapons licence and are required to demonstrate continued competency in the firearm categories associated with their security duties. Training focuses on the skills and knowledge required to safely control security risk situations using a firearm, together with firearm safety, operational decision-making, practical handling and live-fire assessment. Participants undertake practical training and assessment in the firearm categories applicable to their requalification. On successful completion, participants will be issued with a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for the applicable units successfully completed:
- CPPSEC3114 Control security risk situations using firearms
- CPPSEC3115 Carry, operate and maintain revolvers for security purposes
- CPPSEC3116 Carry, operate and maintain semi-automatic pistols for security purposes
- CPPSEC3117 Carry, operate and maintain shotguns for security purposes
Course Fees From $300
To view the full details of the course, select “Course Application & Enrolment” below and enter your preferred location. You will then be able to view the available course information, training arrangements, fees and course dates for that location.
Queensland Weapons Licensing
This course is intended for security guards completing their annual firearms requalification for the applicable firearm categories on their Queensland Security Licence (Guard). Queensland Police Weapons Licensing determines the requirements for the renewal and continued holding of a weapons licence.
The weapons licensing renewal process and the participant's responsibilities following completion of requalification will be discussed during the course. Participants should ensure they understand the current Queensland Police Weapons Licensing requirements and applicable timeframes before lodging their renewal.
Completion of the BARS Training Australia requalification course does not itself renew or extend a weapons licence.
Participants remain responsible for maintaining their licence and completing the applicable Queensland Police Weapons Licensing renewal process.
For current licensing and renewal information, participants should refer directly to Queensland Police Weapons Licensing:
- (Security Licence (Guard) and Licence Types)
- (Are You Ready to Apply?)
- (Apply for a Weapons Licence Online)
- (Queensland Police Weapons Licensing Website)
Queensland Police Weapons Licensing
Phone: (07) 3015 7777
Licensing requirements, renewal procedures, fees and timeframes may change. Participants should always confirm the current requirements directly with Queensland Police Weapons Licensing.
This course is delivered over one full day of face-to-face training and assessment, combining classroom-based theory with practical firearms handling and live-fire assessment at an approved firearms range. The classroom component covers firearm and ammunition safety, safe handling and operation, relevant legal and operational responsibilities, security risk situations and the knowledge, judgement and behaviours required to safely and responsibly use a firearm in a security environment. Participants also receive a comprehensive briefing on the range procedures and safety requirements that must be followed during practical and live-fire activities.
Approximately half of the training day is conducted at an approved firearms range. This component focuses on practical firearms handling and live-fire assessment, with participants required to demonstrate continued competency in the applicable firearm categories being requalified. Participants must demonstrate safe firearm handling, follow range instructions and safety protocols and apply the required operational and security procedures throughout the practical assessment.
Participants must attend and actively participate in the full training day and successfully complete all required theory, practical handling, live-fire and assessment activities to satisfy the course requirements.
Entry and Participation Requirements
This course is intended for existing licensed security guards undertaking annual firearms requalification. To participate, applicants must provide evidence of:
- A current Queensland Security Provider Licence with the Cash-in-Transit function
- A current Queensland Security Licence (Guard) identifying the firearm category or categories requiring annual requalification
- Being at least 18 years of age
Participants must be able to safely participate in practical firearms handling and live-fire training and assessment at an approved firearms range. Participants must follow all instructor directions, firearms safety procedures and range requirements throughout the course.
A participant who has a physical, medical or other condition that may affect their ability to safely handle or use a firearm should discuss their circumstances with BARS Training Australia before enrolment and, where appropriate, seek advice from their medical practitioner.
Due to the potential for exposure to lead and other hazards associated with firearms and firing ranges, participants who are pregnant or who have health concerns about participating in live-fire activities should obtain appropriate medical advice before undertaking the course.
Participants are responsible for ensuring their security and weapons licences remain current and that they continue to satisfy the applicable Queensland licensing requirements. BARS Training Australia does not determine a participant's ongoing eligibility to hold a weapons licence.
(Queensland Police Weapons Licensing Website)
Participants require sufficient language, literacy, numeracy and digital skills to understand firearms safety information, legal and operational requirements, follow written and verbal instructions and complete the required knowledge and practical assessment activities. BARS Training Australia can provide appropriate learning support and reasonable adjustment where this does not compromise firearms safety or the essential requirements of the training and assessment.
Participants are encouraged to review the BARS Training Australia Student Handbook before enrolment.
The Handbook provides important information about student support, reasonable adjustment, training and assessment, complaints and appeals, refunds and participant rights and responsibilities.
view student handbook
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Recognition of Prior Learning is not offered by BARS Training Australia for this Security Guard Safety Requalification Course. Participants are required to complete the prescribed annual requalification training and assessment activities, including the required practical firearms handling and live-fire assessment for the applicable firearm categories.
Queensland Police Weapons Licensing separately determines the annual requalification and other requirements applying to the continued holding and renewal of a Queensland Security Licence (Guard).
Enrolment
Applicants are required to complete the BARS Training Australia online enrolment process and provide the required evidence of their current security and weapons licences. Relevant course information, fees, training arrangements, firearms safety requirements and participant requirements are provided before enrolment is confirmed. Participants should ensure that the firearm category or categories selected for requalification correspond with their current licence and occupational requirements.
Refunds
Refunds are managed in accordance with the BARS Training Australia Refund Policy and applicable Terms and Conditions. Participants should carefully consider the course requirements, licensing requirements and their individual circumstances before enrolling.
International Students
BARS Training Australia is not a CRICOS-registered provider and cannot enrol overseas students where training is required to be delivered by a CRICOS-registered provider under their student visa arrangements. Students studying in Australia on a student visa should confirm their training requirements before applying.
The 11029NAT Course in Firearms Safety provides approved firearms safety training for people seeking to meet the training requirements for Category A, B and H firearms licensing in Queensland. Training covers firearms legislation, licensing requirements, firearms in the community, safe handling, storage and transport, together with the knowledge, skills and responsible behaviours essential to the safe use of firearms.
Training is delivered by experienced firearms instructors, including Michael Roberts, who served for 30 years as a senior weapons and defensive tactics trainer with the Australian Defence Force, including service in Indonesia, Afghanistan and Iraq. Participants receive practical, safety-focused instruction designed to develop responsible firearm handling and a strong understanding of firearms safety.
The 11029NAT Course in Firearms Safety provides an introduction to the knowledge and practical skills required for the safe and responsible use of Category A, B and H firearms in Queensland. Training covers firearms legislation, firearms in the community, licensing requirements, firearms terminology, safe handling and operation, ammunition, safe storage and transport, and the responsibilities associated with firearm ownership and use.
Category A, B and H firearms include many of the firearms commonly used for sport and target shooting, recreational shooting and approved occupational purposes. Depending on the applicable category, examples include:
- Air rifles
- Rimfire rifles
- Single and double barrel shotguns
- Bolt-action and other repeating centre-fire rifles
- Lever-action rifles
- Muzzle-loading firearms
- Combination rifle and shotgun firearms
- Air pistols
- Semi-automatic pistols
- Revolvers
- Paintball guns
Participants can view the current Queensland Police classification of firearms here: (click here)
Participants who successfully complete all required training and assessment activities will receive a Statement of Attainment for:
11029NAT Course in Firearms Safety (Approved for Firearms Licensing in Queensland)
Successful completion of the course does not automatically result in the issue of a weapons licence. Queensland Police Weapons Licensing determines whether an applicant satisfies the applicable eligibility, genuine reason, firearm category, safe storage, identification and other licensing requirements.
Applicants must complete approved firearms safety training for the category of weapon for which they are applying.
Queensland Police currently requires the applicable firearms safety training to have been completed within the 12 months immediately before lodging a new licence application.
Category A and B firearms are generally covered by a Queensland Firearms Licence. Category H handguns require the appropriate Concealable Firearms Licence.
Additional requirements apply to Category H applicants, particularly where the genuine reason is sport or target shooting, including approved pistol club membership and participation requirements.
Applicants are encouraged to review the current Queensland Police Weapons Licensing information before applying:
- (Queensland Weapons Categories)
- (Individual Licence Types)
- (Applying for a Queensland Weapons Licence)
- (Are You Ready to Apply?)
- (Safe Storage of Weapons and Ammunition)
- (Weapons Licence Fees and Forms)
- (Category H – Concealable Licence for Target Shooting)
- (Apply for a Weapons Licence Online)
Queensland Police Weapons Licensing
Phone: (07) 3015 7777
(Queensland Police Weapons Licensing Website)
Licensing requirements, genuine reasons, supporting documentation, fees and application processes may change. Participants should always confirm the current requirements directly with Queensland Police Weapons Licensing before lodging an application.
This course is delivered through eight hours of face-to-face training and assessment combining classroom-based theory, practical firearms handling and live-fire activities conducted at an approved firearms range.
Training covers the knowledge, skills and responsible behaviours required to safely handle and use Category A, B and H firearms. Participants receive instruction in firearms and ammunition, firearms terminology, safe handling and operation, relevant legal responsibilities, safe storage and transport, range procedures and practical shooting.
Practical training allows participants to safely handle the applicable firearm categories under instructor supervision before progressing to the required live-fire activities. Any firearms training involving the discharge of a weapon is conducted at an approved range appropriate to the category of firearm being used.
Participants must attend and actively participate in the full eight hours of training and successfully complete all required knowledge, practical handling and live-fire assessment activities to satisfy the course requirements.
Entry and Participation Requirements
Participants must be able to safely participate in firearms training, including practical firearms handling and live-fire activities conducted at an approved firearms range. Participants must follow all instructor directions, firearms safety procedures and range requirements throughout the course. (who can apply)
Participants under 18 years of age must satisfy the requirements applicable to minors, including providing the required parent or guardian consent. Queensland Police Weapons Licensing currently provides for Minor's Licences for eligible persons aged 11 to 17 years for specified purposes and weapon categories. (For more information)
A participant who has a physical, medical or other condition that may affect their ability to safely handle or use a firearm should discuss their circumstances with BARS Training Australia before enrolment and, where appropriate, seek advice from their medical practitioner.
Due to the potential for exposure to lead and other hazards associated with firearms and firing ranges, participants who are pregnant or who have health concerns about participating in live-fire activities should obtain appropriate medical advice before undertaking the course.
Participants should consider whether they are likely to satisfy the current Queensland weapons licensing eligibility requirements before enrolling. Queensland Police Weapons Licensing, not BARS Training Australia, determines whether an applicant satisfies the eligibility, fitness and propriety, genuine reason and other requirements for a weapons licence.
(Weapons Licensing Eligibility Requirements)
(Weapons Licensing Self-Assessment Tool)
Participants require sufficient language, literacy, numeracy and digital skills to understand firearms safety information, legislation and instructions and to complete the required knowledge and practical assessment activities. BARS Training Australia assesses these requirements prior to enrolment and can provide appropriate learning support and reasonable adjustment where this does not compromise firearms safety or the essential requirements of the training and assessment.
Participants are encouraged to review the BARS Training Australia Student Handbook before enrolment. The Handbook provides important information about student support, reasonable adjustment, training and assessment, complaints and appeals, refunds and participant rights and responsibilities. View Student Handbook
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Previous firearms experience by itself does not replace the requirement for approved firearms safety training. Queensland Police Weapons Licensing advises that previous skills may be assessed by an RTO under Recognition of Prior Learning guidelines.
BARS Training Australia does not offer RPL for the 11029NAT Course in Firearms Safety. Participants enrolling with BARS Training Australia are required to complete the applicable training and assessment activities for the firearm category or categories being undertaken.
Enrolment
Applicants are required to complete the BARS Training Australia online enrolment process. Relevant course information, fees, firearm categories, training arrangements, safety requirements and participant requirements are provided before enrolment is confirmed.
Participants intending to use their Statement of Attainment to support a Queensland weapons licence application should ensure they undertake the training applicable to the weapon category for which they intend to apply. Queensland Police Weapons Licensing currently requires the applicable firearms safety training to be completed within the 12 months immediately before lodging a new weapons licence application.
Refunds
Refunds are managed in accordance with the BARS Training Australia Refund Policy and applicable Terms and Conditions. Participants should consider the course and Queensland weapons licensing requirements before enrolling.
International Students
BARS Training Australia is not a CRICOS-registered provider and cannot enrol overseas students where training is required to be delivered by a CRICOS-registered provider under their student visa arrangements. Students studying in Australia on a student visa should confirm their training requirements before applying.
The 11029NAT Course in Firearms Safety provides approved firearms safety training for people seeking to meet the training requirements for Category A and B firearms licensing in Queensland. Training covers firearms legislation, licensing requirements, firearms in the community, safe handling, storage and transport, together with the knowledge, skills and responsible behaviours essential to the safe use of firearms.
Category A and B include many of the firearms commonly used for sport and target shooting and recreational shooting in Queensland. The course provides practical, safety-focused instruction designed to develop responsible firearm handling and a strong understanding of firearms safety and the responsibilities associated with firearm ownership and use.
Firearms Safety Training
The 11029NAT Course in Firearms Safety provides an introduction to the knowledge and practical skills required for the safe and responsible use of Category A and B firearms in Queensland. Training covers firearms legislation, firearms in the community, licensing requirements, firearms terminology, safe handling and operation, ammunition, safe storage and transport, and the responsibilities associated with firearm ownership and use.
Category A and B include many firearms commonly used for sport and target shooting, recreational shooting and approved occupational purposes. Depending on the applicable category, examples include:
- Air rifles
- Rimfire rifles
- Single and double barrel shotguns
- Bolt-action and other repeating centre-fire rifles
- Lever-action rifles
- Muzzle-loading firearms
- Combination rifle and shotgun firearms
- Lever-action shotguns with a magazine capacity of no more than five rounds
- Paintball guns
Participants can view the current Queensland Police classification of firearms here: (Queensland Weapons Categories)
Participants who successfully complete all required training and assessment activities will receive a Statement of Attainment for:
11029NAT Course in Firearms Safety (Approved for Firearms Licensing in Queensland)
Successful completion of the course does not automatically result in the issue of a weapons licence. Queensland Police Weapons Licensing determines whether an applicant satisfies the applicable eligibility, genuine reason, firearm category, safe storage, identification and other licensing requirements.
Applicants must complete approved firearms safety training for the category of weapon for which they are applying. Queensland Police currently requires the applicable firearms safety training to have been completed within the 12 months immediately before lodging a new licence application.
Category A and B firearms are generally covered by a Queensland Firearms Licence. Genuine reasons may include sport or target shooting, recreational shooting or an occupational requirement, subject to the applicable Queensland Police Weapons Licensing requirements and supporting evidence.
Applicants are encouraged to review the current Queensland Police Weapons Licensing information before applying:
- (Queensland Weapons Categories)
- (Individual Licence Types)
- (Applying for a Queensland Weapons Licence)
- (Are You Ready to Apply?)
- (Safe Storage of Weapons and Ammunition)
- (Weapons Licence Fees and Forms)
- (Apply for a Weapons Licence Online)
Queensland Police Weapons Licensing
Phone: (07) 3015 7777
(Queensland Police Weapons Licensing Website)
Licensing requirements, genuine reasons, supporting documentation, fees and application processes may change. Participants should always confirm the current requirements directly with Queensland Police Weapons Licensing before lodging an application.
This course is delivered through eight hours of face-to-face training and assessment combining classroom-based theory, practical firearms handling and live-fire activities conducted at an approved firearms range.
Training covers the knowledge, skills and responsible behaviours required to safely handle and use Category A and B firearms. Participants receive instruction in firearms and ammunition, firearms terminology, safe handling and operation, relevant legal and social responsibilities, safe storage and transport, range procedures and practical shooting.
Practical training allows participants to safely handle applicable Category A and B firearms under instructor supervision before progressing to live-fire activities.
Participants must attend and actively participate in the full eight hours of training and successfully complete all required knowledge, practical handling and live-fire assessment activities to satisfy the course requirements.
Participants must be able to safely participate in firearms training, including practical firearms handling and live-fire activities at an approved firearms range, and must follow all instructor directions and firearms safety procedures.
Participants under 18 years of age must satisfy the requirements applicable to minors, including parent or guardian consent where required. A participant with a physical, medical or other condition that may affect their ability to safely handle or use a firearm should discuss their circumstances with BARS Training Australia before enrolment and, where appropriate, seek medical advice. Participants who are pregnant or have health concerns associated with firearms or firing-range activities should obtain appropriate medical advice before participating.
Participants should consider whether they are likely to satisfy the current Queensland weapons licensing requirements before enrolling. Queensland Police Weapons Licensing, not BARS Training Australia, determines an applicant's eligibility, fitness and propriety, genuine reason and other licensing requirements.
(Weapons Licensing Eligibility Requirements)
(Weapons Licensing Self-Assessment Tool)
Participants require sufficient language, literacy, numeracy and digital skills to understand firearms safety information, legislation and instructions and to complete the required knowledge and practical assessment activities. BARS Training Australia assesses these requirements prior to enrolment and can provide appropriate learning support and reasonable adjustment where this does not compromise firearms safety or the essential requirements of the training and assessment.
Participants are encouraged to review the BARS Training Australia Student Handbook before enrolment. The Handbook provides important information about student support, reasonable adjustment, training and assessment, complaints and appeals, refunds and participant rights and responsibilities. View Student Handbook
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Previous firearms experience by itself does not replace the requirement for approved firearms safety training. Queensland Police Weapons Licensing advises that previous skills may be assessed by an RTO under Recognition of Prior Learning guidelines.
BARS Training Australia does not offer RPL for the 11029NAT Course in Firearms Safety. Participants enrolling with BARS Training Australia are required to complete the applicable training and assessment activities for the firearm category or categories being undertaken.
Enrolment
Applicants are required to complete the BARS Training Australia online enrolment process. Relevant course information, fees, firearm categories, training arrangements, safety requirements and participant requirements are provided before enrolment is confirmed.
Participants intending to use their Statement of Attainment to support a Queensland weapons licence application should ensure they undertake the training applicable to the weapon category for which they intend to apply. Queensland Police Weapons Licensing currently requires the applicable firearms safety training to be completed within the 12 months immediately before lodging a new weapons licence application.
Refunds
Refunds are managed in accordance with the BARS Training Australia Refund Policy and applicable Terms and Conditions. Participants should consider the course and Queensland weapons licensing requirements before enrolling.
International Students
BARS Training Australia is not a CRICOS-registered provider and cannot enrol overseas students where training is required to be delivered by a CRICOS-registered provider under their student visa arrangements. Students studying in Australia on a student visa should confirm their training requirements before applying.