Bridging the Gap Between Knowledge & Wisdom
VA DCJS #88-10749
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Bridging the Gap Between Knowledge and Wisdom
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Who We Are

Appalachia Training Institute (ATI), LLC (DCJS #88-10749) is located in beautiful downtown Vinton, Virginia. ATI is predominantly female-owned, with these two partners possessing valuable business skills, in addition to a third partner who is a Navy veteran experienced in
myriad aspects of private security.
Appalachia Training Institute offers both the Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) and non-DCJS courses. DCJS classes include entry-level coursework required to become an unarmed private security officer, armed private security officer, a Special Conservator of the Peace (SCOP), or a private investigator. ATI also offers coursework to renew a current registration, satisfying in-service requirements. These classes are instructor-led; thus, opportunities for sharing experience, asking questions, and role-playing engagement are available.
Appalachia Training Institute's non-DCJS classes are valuable not only for the private security field but also for employees of public entities, industries, businesses, organizations, governmental sites, NGOs, etc. Such classes include customer service, advanced interviewing, and advanced report writing. Such instruction aids in job
obtainment, position enhancement, employment advancement, career transition, and
personal self-improvement.
Appalachia Training Institute’s company tagline, “bridging the gap between wisdom and knowledge,” encompasses the mission to provide quality training at a competitive cost.
“We bring the training to you,” is ATI’s business model, a service that sets this training school apart from others. ATI classes are not only conducted at the Vinton facility, but an
instructor will travel to instruct potential and current employees at a business site or set up classes at a nearby facility convenient to a client’s needs.
Appalachia Training Institute realizes that a company relies on skilled security officers to be available to meet scheduling requirements; therefore, travel by a training school instructor to a site is less costly and reduces the interruption of officer availability.
Reach out today to sign up for a scheduled class or specific training dates/times to be added off the calendar. Contact us today by phoning the office number: (540) 595-9316.
Contact may also be made at (540) 798-7497, or email us at takers@appalachia-training-institute.com.
Upcoming Events
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
Our Online Academy IS Here. Click the courses tab above!
We have an O1E Security Officer Core Subjects Entry-Level scheduled for August 19th and 20th. There are four seats available. Contact us today to secure your seat.

We Bring the Class to You
Appalachia Training Institute (DCJS #88-10749) is excited to share a fantastic opportunity for security companies in the southwest Virginia region. If you have security personnel who need to complete their entry-level or in-service training, we have the perfect solution for you!
We offer the convenience of bringing our expert training directly to your location, whether it’s at your facility or in a nearby venue that suits your needs. Our dedicated team is committed to providing comprehensive training sessions tailored to VA DCJS-specific requirements, ensuring your staff is well-equipped and knowledgeable.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your team's skills and compliance. Reach out to us today for more information! You can call us at (540) 595-9316 or email takers@appalachia-training-institute.com. Let’s work together to ensure your security personnel are fully trained and ready to excel in their roles.
How to Pay
All students must register and pay for the course before the date the course is held. You can do this by contacting us at (540) 595-9316, and we will take your payment over the phone. We use the Clover Pay System, and you will be emailed a receipt after you pay. There are no refunds except under limited circumstances.
Our Team

Thomas E. Akers
Senior Instructor-Training School Director
