Class Enrollment

BSIS Baton Certification Course (Initial and Bi-Annual Certification)
Date/Time:	Thu 8/7/2025 from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Location:	Armed Guard Security Training Academy, Inc.
Class Price:	See Options

The possession of a baton by a private person is punishable as either a felony or misdemeanor under California Penal Code Section 22210 (PC 22210).

This 8-hour course will train and certify the student (a licensed Security Guard) on the use of expandable batons (ASP, etc.), as well as straight stick and side-handled batons. Successful completion of AGSTA’s Baton Course and issuance of a BSIS Baton permit allows a Security Guard to carry a baton on duty, thus making them exempt from PC 22210.

Our course will focus on the legality of carrying a baton as a security officer, liability concerns, as well as moral obligations and concerns.  During our course we will focus on de-escalation of situations, the use of force continuum, and more. 

Students must pass a written examination and demonstrate proficiency in the use of a baton to successfully complete this course.  Upon successful completion, students will be issued a certificate of completion.This course satisfies the training requirement for the initial and bi-annual certification requirements for the new Baton Permit application process.

PROCESS UPDATE EFFECTIVE 1/1/2024:

Effective 1/1/2024, Baton Training Facilities no longer issue BSIS baton permits. Similiar to the Firearm Permit, at the completion of the training course, students will be issued a certificate of completion and a Baton Qualification form. Students must log into their Breeze account and submit a Baton Permit application and pay the $60 permit fee directly to the bureau. Our staff is available to help you with this process. 

Effective 1/1/2024, all baton permits expire biannually. Please see more information on the BSIS website: New Law Alert! Baton Permits

For additional information, contact us at training@agsta.net.

Course Eligibility Requirements:

Must have current Security Guard license issued by BSIS or a receipt that you have submitted your Security Guard application. Proof of current guard card or receipt of guard card application must be submitted to AGSTA prior to the start of the course or the student will not be allowed to participate in the course.