Axon Taser Certification Training – National CEW Training for Security & Protective Professionals

National Axon Taser Energy Weapon (TEW/CEW) Certification Overview

US Firearms Training Academy provides national Axon Taser Energy Weapon (TEW) certification — also known as Conducted Energy Weapon (CEW) certification — for police officers, security professionals, investigators, protective agents, and approved civilians across the United States.

Students receive hands-on instruction with Axon’s complete TEW/CEW lineup, including:

  • Taser X26P
  • Taser X2
  • Taser 7
  • Taser T10 (Axon’s newest CEW platform)

This course teaches deployment fundamentals, spark testing, targeting, use-of-force standards, reporting, safety considerations, and scenario-based real-world decision making.

Our certification is accepted by many police departments, sheriff’s offices, private security companies, university police departments, and executive protection agencies nationwide.

Instructor: Mark Schneider

Phone: (303) 641-1567

Email: usfta2@gmail.com

Who This TEW/CEW Training Is For

This national certification is designed for:

  • Police officers & sheriff’s deputies
  • Reserve, auxiliary, & part-time officers
  • Campus police & school security
  • Hospital police & public safety personnel
  • Armed & unarmed private security officers
  • Protective service specialists
  • Executive protection agents
  • Private investigators
  • Fugitive recovery & bail enforcement agents
  • Retail loss prevention professionals
  • Law enforcement academy applicants
  • Approved civilian students (where legal)

This certification meets or exceeds the CEW/TEW standards recognized by many law enforcement and private-sector security agencies across the U.S.

What the TEW/CEW Certification Covers

Students receive in-depth instruction on:

Axon TEW/CEW Technology & Operation
  • Understanding the X26P, X2, T7, and T10 platforms
  • Cartridge systems and model-specific features
  • Safe handling & deployment mechanics
  • Probe spread, arc test, and readiness procedures
Targeting & Deployment
  • Primary & secondary target zones
  • Avoiding unsafe targeting areas
  • Environmental & subject-based considerations
  • Deployment distances & effectiveness
Drive-Stun & Follow-Up Procedures
  • When and how to use drive-stun
  • Transitioning between probe and drive-stun modes
  • Maintaining officer safety during CEW deployment
Legal & Use-of-Force Considerations
  • TEW/CEW law and use-of-force standards
  • Articulation and reporting
  • Avoiding excessive force
  • Medical & post-deployment responsibilities
Scenario-Based Decision Making
  • Realistic deployment simulations
  • Threat assessment
  • De-escalation principles
  • Safe disengagement and control protocols

Upon completion, students understand how, when, and why to deploy a TEW/CEW effectively and legally.

Law Enforcement TEW/CEW Compatibility

This certification is suitable for:

  • Initial CEW certification
  • Annual requalification
  • Lateral transfers
  • Reserve officer readiness
  • Specialized units
  • Private security training requirements

While individual departments may have additional mandates, USFTA follows Axon-aligned CEW/TEW operational standards recognized across the nation.

Axon TEW/CEW Models

This course includes training on requested Axon CEW platform:

• Taser X26P

Industry standard for security & law enforcement

• Taser X2

Dual-shot CEW with enhanced redundancy

• Taser 7

Axon’s next-generation duty CEW with improved probe deployment and energy delivery

• Taser T10

Axon’s newest CEW featuring upgraded cartridge technology, optimized targeting performance, intelligent energy output, and enhanced user interface
(Only a handful of training providers nationwide currently offer T10 coverage — USFTA now does)

Certification Requirements

Students must:

  • Pass the written exam
  • Demonstrate spark test procedures
  • Show safe handling & deployment techniques
  • Participate in realistic scenarios
  • Understand legal and departmental policies

Live probe exposure is NOT required for private security or civilian certification.

What Students Should Bring

  • Valid government ID
  • Notebook or digital note-taking device
  • Duty belt (optional but recommended)
  • Personal TEW/CEW if owned (not required)
  • Comfortable clothing suitable for movement

TEW/CEW Legality by State – National Overview

States Where TEWs/CEWs Are Generally Legal (No Permit Required):

Arizona, Texas, Florida, Georgia, Colorado, Nevada, Utah, Idaho, Kansas, Missouri, Ohio, New Mexico, Nebraska, Montana, Wyoming, South Dakota, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, Kentucky, Tennessee.

States Allowing Civilian CEW/TEW With Restrictions:

California, Oregon, Washington, Wisconsin, Michigan, Illinois, Minnesota, Maine, Vermont, Connecticut, Rhode Island.

States With Permit or Local Restrictions:

New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Maryland, Hawaii, Delaware, Pennsylvania.

Students must verify their local laws before carrying a TEW/CEW.

Why Choose US Firearms Training Academy

  • Nationally recognized TEW/CEW certification
  • Includes X26P, X2, T7, and the new Axon T10
  • Instructor with real-world defensive and security experience
  • Trusted by police, sheriff’s offices, and private security firms
  • Hands-on, scenario-driven training
  • Legal and medical considerations included
  • Professional, structured classroom environment
  • Training accepted nationwide

Frequently Asked Questions – TEW/CEW Certification (10 Questions)

1. Can police officers attend this TEW/CEW certification?

Yes. Sworn officers, reserves, and deputies can attend our CEW training.

2. Does this certification meet police CEW requirements?

Many police departments accept this program for initial certification or annual CEW refresher training.

3. Is training on the Axon T10 included?

Yes. The course now covers the T10 platform in full if needed.

4. Can private security guards carry a TEW/CEW?

Yes, in most states. Some require employer authorization or additional training.

5. Do I have to get tased to pass the course?

No. Live exposure is not required.

6. Are civilians allowed to take this training?

Yes, in most states where CEWs/TEWs are legal.

7. Does this certification allow me to carry on duty?

Most employers require CEW certification; some require additional agency testing.

8. Is this recognized nationwide?

Yes. It is accepted by many security companies and police departments across the U.S.

9. What Axon models can I train on?

X26P, X2, T7, and the new T10.

10. How long is the certification valid?

Most agencies require yearly refresher training to remain current.

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Instructor: Mark Schneider

Phone: (303) 641-1567

Email: usfta2@gmail.com

Legal Disclaimer

This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. TEW/CEW laws can change, and local, state, federal, tribal, and municipal regulations may vary. Always verify current laws and consult a qualified attorney before carrying or deploying a TEW/CEW or making legal decisions related to self-defense. US Firearms Training Academy assumes no liability for actions taken based on this content.