Professional Training. Real-World Preparedness.
WSC Defense provides structured training for responsible individuals, security professionals, businesses and organizations throughout Westchester County and the New York City area.
CERTIFIED INSTRUCTORS
SMALL CLASS SIZES
PRACTICAL, HANDS-ON TRAINING
ON-SITE AND FACILITY-BASED OPTIONS
Training for Individuals, Security Professionals and Organizations
Three ways to train with WSC Defense. Each page has the details, the price and how to book or register interest.
NYS concealed carry training
Complete the NYS-required 18-hour training course through structured classroom instruction and supervised live-fire training.
NYS security guard training
WSC Defense is preparing to offer NYS-required training for unarmed and armed security guards. Join the priority list for launch updates and early scheduling access.
Coming soon
Corporate Solutions
Customized training for businesses, security companies, houses of worship and community organizations, available on-site or at an appropriate training facility.
The NYS 18-hour concealed carry class
16 classroom hours and 2 hours of live fire. Pass the written exam and the range assessment, and you leave with the certificate for your NYS pistol permit application.
Two Saturdays
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, plus a 2-hour range session
$550 per person
$200 deposit holds your seat
NO FIREARM REQUIRED
Pistol, ammunition and targets provided
Small classes
Individual coaching on the firing line
NYS security guard training [coming soon]
We are preparing the state-required courses for unarmed and armed guards. Registration is not open yet. Tell us which courses you need and you will hear from us first when dates are set.
Courses in preparation
Unarmed guards
- 8 hrs Pre-assignment training
- 16 hrs On-the-job training
- 8 hrs Annual in-service
Armed guards
- 47 hrs Firearms training
- 8 hrs Annual firearms training
Join the priority list
No cost, no commitment. We email the list before registration opens to the public.
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Security training for businesses, security companies and houses of worship
On-site programs planned around your building, your people and your risks. You get a written proposal with scope, schedule and price.
Businesses
Staff safety and awareness training
Security companies
Training for your guard teams
Houses of worship
Church, synagogue and mosque security teams
Why Choose WSC Defense
Certified Instructors
Training led by NRA- and/or NYS DCJS-certified instructors, as applicable.
PRACTICAL TRAINING
Purposeful instruction focused on real-world judgment, safety and application.
Flexible Training Options
Programs designed for individuals, security professionals and organizations.
PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT
Clear guidance and dependable support from registration through course completion.
What students say about WSC Defense
Professional Training in Mount Vernon, Serving Westchester and New York City
11 W Prospect Ave, 3rd Floor, Mt Vernon, NY 10550
A short trip from:
Yonkers / New Rochelle / White Plains / Pelham / The Bronx / Manhattan / Queens
Frequently Asked Questions About WSC Defense Training
No. For the NYS 18hr Concealed Carry Training we provide the pistol, ammunition and targets required for the course. Registered students will need to bring State identification, wear proper attire and rent or purchase ear and eye protection.
No. Successful completion provides the training certificate required for the application process, but licensing decisions are made by the appropriate county or local licensing authority.
Planned courses include the 8-Hour Pre-Assignment, 16-Hour On-the-Job, 8-Hour Annual In-Service, 47-Hour Firearms and 8-Hour Annual Firearms training courses. Availability, pricing and class dates will be announced when enrollment opens.
Not yet. WSC Defense’s security guard courses are coming soon. Joining the priority list is free and carries no commitment, but it does not reserve a seat. Priority-list members will be notified when course dates, pricing and enrollment become available.
Yes. Training can be tailored around the organization’s goals, participants, environment and operational needs. An initial consultation will help determine the appropriate content, format and scope.
Training may be conducted on-site at your organization or at an agreed-upon appropriate training facility. The location will depend on the program, available space and logistical requirements.
When seconds count and help is minutes away, will you be ready?
Book a seat in the next NYS concealed carry class, or contact WSC Defense about training for your organization