Douglas Varcoe
Douglas Varcoe is a highly credentialed law enforcement and security instructor with extensive experience in firearms, defensive tactics, and specialized police training programs. His background includes a broad foundation of operational experience supported by advanced coursework through the New York City Police Department and multiple national certifying bodies. Known for delivering high-quality, compliant, and practical instruction, Douglas trains both new and veteran officers with a strong emphasis on safety, proficiency, and real-world preparedness.
• Extensive instructor experience across firearms, defensive tactics, and police training disciplines.
• Advanced NYPD training in critical subject areas including use of force, crisis intervention, de-escalation, tactics, counterterrorism awareness, patrol procedures, active-shooter response, emergency vehicle operations, and corrections response.
• Operational knowledge and instructional capability spanning law enforcement, security services, and armed-guard training environments.
• Authority to conduct initial and recertification training for armed security officers.
• Recognized for professional training delivery, curriculum compliance, and the ability to effectively communicate high-risk skill sets.
NYS DCJS / MPTC Certifications:
• General Topics Instructor
• Firearms Instructor
• Chemical Agents Instructor
• Armed Security Guard Instructor
Firearms Qualifications:
• Pistol
• Patrol Rifle
• Shotgun
NRA Certifications & Law Enforcement Training:
• NRA Law Enforcement Handgun & Shotgun Instructor School (completed)
• Certified NRA Instructor: Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun
Additional Specialized Certifications:
• Less-Lethal / O.C. / Taser
• Deadly Physical Force Instruction
• CBRNE (Protective Measures for Law Enforcement)
• Advanced Corrections Response Training
• FEMA coursework (various operational and emergency-response modules)
