Why private personal security might be for you

Posted September 27, 2018 by David Howell

If you’ve ever wondered if private personal security might be for you, this article is for you. The training and …

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Executive Protection Specialist – Advanced Training Course

Posted August 30, 2018 by David Howell

Want to take your career in Executive Protection to the next level? With advanced Executive Protection training from Pacific West …

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Executive Protection Fundamental Training

Posted August 17, 2018 by David Howell

Begin your future as an Executive Protection agent today! If you’ve ever dreamed about a career as an Executive Protection …

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Executive Protection Operational & Supervisory Skills

Posted August 13, 2018 by David Howell

Executive Protection Operational & Supervisory Skills The security industry is filled with possibilities for professionals with the right training. To …

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Covert Operations – Lessons And Applications

Posted July 26, 2018 by Ami Toben

Covert Operations – Lessons And Applications September, 2012. A cafe in Palo Alto, California*. Two men were sitting at a …

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Global Physical Security Market Growth

Posted July 12, 2018 by David Howell

A new report has suggested that the future for the Global Physical Security Market will see massive growth over the …

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California Exposed Firearms Permit – Don’t Leave Home Without It!

Posted July 7, 2018 by David Howell

If you are looking to work as a security guard or in the security field in California, it is important …

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California Guard Card – Why this is Critical to have in California

Posted June 26, 2018 by David Howell

Why getting your California Guard Card is critical to your future success in the security field. If you are looking …

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Transition from Overseas Private Military Contractor

Posted June 15, 2018 by David Howell

Personal & Professional Executive Protection Training Transition from Overseas Private Military Contractor Many military personnel who have been discharged choose …

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Handgun Shooting Tactics

Posted June 12, 2018 by Ami Toben

Handgun Shooting Tactics Course at Pacific West Academy Many people outside of armed security and law enforcement rarely understand the …

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Our Students Say

I've been in Executive Protection here in LA since returning from a tour in Iraq in 2005. I think a lot of people who are interested in this field are under the misconception that being a cop, soldier or bouncer will give them all the tools they need to be effective in the EP field. Far from it. These jobs may provide a foundation but they don't provide a true understanding of the dynamics of Executive Protection. Your course was a good introduction to the ins and outs (and potential pitfalls) of EP work. Whether or not someone is new to the field or, like me, just trying to maintain perishable skills, I highly recommend this course.

Don Los Angeles, CA

I just wanted to thank you for giving me the opportunity to attend your CPR course. I know your focus is primarily training bodyguards but as a mother of two I wanted to learn CPR 'just in case.' I never realized there was such a difference between CPR for adults and CPR for infants. I now feel comfortable that if something bad were to happen I have the ability to do CPR. Thank you again.

Larissa Courpus Christi, TX

I just want to say thank you to ASC for everything. After I graduated I got a call from ****** Security about my interview that I had with them on the last day of school. They said that the skill set and training I received from ASC (along with my military background) place me far beyond the average person who applied for a job with their company. And because of that they want to hire me not as a security guard, but as a shift supervisor. I couldn't believe it. One of my fears about starting my career and security was that I would graduate from training and not receive any job offers. However since graduating ASC I've been offered two jobs (one as a supervisor and one as a guard) and the pay for both are great. The money I'm going to start making is way more than what I was before so for that I want to say thank you. It was because of you guys that my life changed course and now the possibilities are ever-changing. Be sure to pass my thanks to Connor, Omer, Ryan, Jake, Ian, Steve and the rest of the guys.

Jovidean Sun Valley, CA

As a former law enforcement officer I thought I had a pretty good understanding of what it would take to be a good Executive Protection Specialist but it's a whole different ball game when you don't have the weight of a badge behind you. Although this course was basically fundamentals, I felt it helped bridge the gap between my experience as a law enforcement officer and the EP field. Although I had done a lot of similar range work before I found the firearms portion of the course work to be very professional and well executed and could see how this would be a great course for someone new to the field. Thanks for a great course.

Josh Huntington Beach, CA