New Students
Steps To Complete
Complete all necessary lethal weapons applications on the Pennsylvania State Police’s website prior to registering for class:
(Follow this link to apply to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Act 235 Lethal Weapons Certification Training Program)
(For a full description of Act 235 Rules and Regulations, including applicant qualification requirements, click on this link)
All applicants must submit their letter of eligibility from the Pennsylvania State Police to Suburban Academy in order to enroll in the course. This letter is issued after the applicant completes and passes the background checks, medical examination and psychological examination.
Request a copy of the application and submit completed application via email (suburbanacademy@gmail.com), fax, or US Postal Service