If you’re considering a career in security or private protection in North Carolina, there’s one acronym you need to know: PPSB—the Private Protective Services Board. This governing body ensures that all security professionals, from unarmed guards to armored car officers, meet the licensing, training, and certification standards required by law.

At Blackstone Shooting Sports, we’re proud to be an official training provider for multiple PPSB certifications. Whether you’re just starting out or renewing your license, our expert instructors and top-tier facility in Charlotte make us the premier destination for private protective services training.

What Is PPSB Certification?

The Private Protective Services Board (PPSB) oversees licensing and education for individuals, companies, and corporations involved in private protective services throughout North Carolina. Anyone working in security roles such as unarmed security officers, armed guards, or armored car personnel must meet PPSB’s rigorous certification standards.

Securing your PPSB unarmed security license or PPSB armed security license is essential for compliance—and for standing out in a competitive field.

PPSB Training & Security Guard Certifications at Blackstone

Blackstone Shooting Sports offers comprehensive armed and unarmed security guard training in our state-of-the-art facility, conveniently located just outside Uptown Charlotte. We offer the following PPSB certifications:

• Unarmed Security Certification (required for unarmed guards)
• Armed Initial Certification (for those pursuing their first armed guard license)
• Armed Recertification (required annually to maintain your license)
• Armored Car Certification
• ASP Baton Certification
• OC Pepper Spray Certification
• Handcuffing Certification
• Rifle Certification

Whether you’re seeking your ppsb unarmed training, your annual armed recertification, or advanced skills like baton and OC spray training, our courses deliver the hands-on instruction and real-world application you need to succeed.

Why Train at Blackstone?

Our State-Certified PPSB Instructors bring years of experience in law enforcement, military, and private security. They go beyond the minimum to deliver actionable, engaging training that prepares you for the realities of the job. At Blackstone, training isn’t just about checking boxes—it’s about building confidence, competence, and career-readiness.

Our facility features:

• 27 climate-controlled indoor shooting lanes
• Two spacious, fully equipped classrooms
• A convenient location near Uptown Charlotte
• Free parking and modern amenities

This is the largest, most professional training environment in the Carolinas—ideal for anyone pursuing a private protective services license or looking to advance in the security industry.

Enroll in PPSB Training Today

Whether you’re launching a new career or renewing your current license, Blackstone Shooting Sports is your trusted local provider for Private Protective Services Board training.

Ready to take the next step? Contact our Instruction & Curriculum Manager, Shane Caughey, at 704.675.2334 or email scaughey@blackstoneshooting.com to enroll or get more information.