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Owner & Lead Instructor
Founder and Owner, David Gonzalez, has more than 18 years of combined experience in private investigations, law enforcement training (United States Border Patrol), private security, lead security training instructor, NRA firearms instructor, Texas DPS Level 3 firearms instructor, process server, mental health first aid responder, Texas DPS Level 4 Personal Protection Instructor, human lie detection expert, school district administrator overseeing the law enforcement and security high school program and certified Texas Mediator.
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David holds an Associates of Science Degree in Criminal Justice, Bachelors of Science Degree in Criminal Justice and a Masters of Arts Degree in Guidance and Counseling from the University of Texas Pan American, and an advanced certification in School Administration.
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Get To Know Us
At South Texas Security Academy, we have one of the most extensive state licensed security training programs that surpasses other security training companies.
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Our state board approved instructors have several decades of experience in security, law enforcement, investigations, and professional instructing to teach, instruct, and certify multiple professional security certifications for Texas state security licenses.
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​Along with our certification programs, South Texas Security Academy also conducts ongoing continuing education and regular qualification reviews and testing of all Texas officers. Our courses are open to the general public on an appointment basis.
Instructor
Carlos Leal is a distinguished Retired Veteran with 4 years of active-duty service in the United States Army. His commitment to duty included a tour in Afghanistan, where he was awarded the Purple Heart, Combat Infantry Badge, Army Commendation Medal, and NATO Medal. Following his active duty, Mr. Leal completed his service with the Texas National Guard.
In addition to his military experience, he possesses extensive expertise in the private security industry, holding certifications as a Level 2, Level 3, and Level 4 personal protection officer. Mr. Leal has provided security for high-profile individuals, including CEOs, celebrities, and during Presidential Conventions. He earned his associate's degree in criminal justice in 2015, further solidifying his qualifications in the field.
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