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    Question ACT235 Schools in Western PA?

    In my search for a new job, I was contemplating maybe getting my ACT235.
    Does anyone have a recommendation on schools in western PA?

    Ive done a search and there are a few schools in/around the Pittsburgh area, but I know nothing about them and if they're worth my time and money.
    I appreciate the help!
    "One must be a fox to recognize traps, and a lion to frighten wolves” ~ Machiavelli

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    Default Re: ACT235 Schools in Western PA?

    Ricochet,
    A few years back I looked at some ACT 235 schools in the S/W PA area. I am a former LEO and US Army Officer and I just wanted to add the 235 Certification to my resume. Two of my good friends are ACT 235 certified in this area - neither of the two schools that they got their certification from impressed me. Can't even remember the names of the schools now...

    The school/organization that kind of caught my attention is up the road in McKean PA
    http://lethalweaponstraining.com/events/pa-act235/

    I know its a drive, but I liked the instructor's training credentials (i.e. places he has trained at).
    Tomorrow's battle is won during today's practice.

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    If your really interested I have a Police/Security Duty Rig for sale with a Level III right hand Holster that fits Glocks 19.23.17,22.A Full compliment of everything you will need,without the handcuffs or the O/C Spray ! Good Luck !

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    Quote Originally Posted by MARINE DIVISION TWO View Post
    If your really interested I have a Police/Security Duty Rig for sale with a Level III right hand Holster that fits Glocks 19.23.17,22.A Full compliment of everything you will need,without the handcuffs or the O/C Spray ! Good Luck !
    That would be perfect for me.
    But, I'll see whats going on first.
    If you still have later on, I'll contact you.
    Thanks!
    "One must be a fox to recognize traps, and a lion to frighten wolves” ~ Machiavelli

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    Default Re: ACT235 Schools in Western PA?

    I don't know if you saw this list, but here it is.

    http://www.psp.pa.gov/lethalweapons/...d-schools.aspx
    RIP: SFN, 1861, twoeggsup, Lambo, jamesjo, JayBell, 32 Magnum, Pro2A, mrwildroot, dregan, Frenchy, Fragger, ungawa, Mtn Jack, Grapeshot, R.W.J., PennsyPlinker, Statkowski, Deanimator, roland, aubie515

    Don't end up in my signature!

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    Default Re: ACT235 Schools in Western PA?

    Quote Originally Posted by Ricochet View Post
    In my search for a new job, I was contemplating maybe getting my ACT235.
    Does anyone have a recommendation on schools in western PA?

    Ive done a search and there are a few schools in/around the Pittsburgh area, but I know nothing about them and if they're worth my time and money.
    I appreciate the help!
    I did Advanced Security & Law Enforcement Training (ASLET) and thought the instructor Garret Kimmell was decent - paact235.com The classes are in Irwin, so it's partly down your way. I've had the pleasure of being pepper sprayed AND tazed in Garret's classes.

    I've only done a few private jobs, but I'll be working Thanksgiving evening and Friday morning at the Cranberry Twp. Walmart, protecting against the marauding hordes, ha ha. That one detail will pay more than what I paid for Act 235 certification.

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    Quote Originally Posted by knight0334 View Post
    I don't know if you saw this list, but here it is.

    http://www.psp.pa.gov/lethalweapons/...d-schools.aspx
    Whoever publishes a list like that with phone numbers instead of Web links should be beaten with a wet noodle.

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    Quote Originally Posted by scruff View Post
    Whoever publishes a list like that with phone numbers instead of Web links should be beaten with a wet noodle.
    Your tax dollars at work!
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    Default Re: ACT235 Schools in Western PA?

    Quote Originally Posted by Ricochet View Post
    In my search for a new job, I was contemplating maybe getting my ACT235.
    Does anyone have a recommendation on schools in western PA?

    Ive done a search and there are a few schools in/around the Pittsburgh area, but I know nothing about them and if they're worth my time and money.
    I appreciate the help!
    I know there is a 235 cert class taught right in Uniontown/Connellsville area by Williams Brothers. They are based in the industrial park along US-119 right near Laurel Mall. Not sure of the quality of their program though. Like all these places, have heard both good and bad anecdotes. I do know two friends that completed their class. If I recall, everything with the class, application to the state and the psych interview/sign off set them back between $700-800.

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