1-3 Day NRA Pistol Instructor Workshop Certification
September 24th-26th
You have the option of Completing the 1 day, 2 day, or 3 day NRA Pistol Instructor Certification!
Ready to elevate your expertise in firearms safety and instruction? This engaging workshop is tailor-made for those looking to become certified pistol instructors. Dive deep into the world of handguns, mastering the ins and outs of safe handling, effective shooting techniques, and the principles of marksmanship.
But that's not all—we'll also be unpacking the vital educational strategies required to teach others. Whether you're a shooting enthusiast or a seasoned professional, our hands-on approach ensures you'll leave with the confidence and skills necessary to lead your own firearms training sessions.
Embark on a transformative journey as we not only hone your shooting capabilities but also prepare you to pass on your knowledge to students of all levels.
After completing this course, you'll not only be able to shoot with precision but also understand how to assess and improve your students' performance, manage a classroom, and create a dynamic learning environment.
Imagine the fulfillment of guiding aspiring shooters to become responsible and skilled participants in the shooting sports. Plus, with this certification, you'll unlock new career opportunities and become a valued member of the firearms education community.
Basic Instructor Training
(BIT)
Day 1:
Tuesday, September 24th
7:30am - 2:30pm
(6 hours)
This BIT course is a PRE-REQUISTE in becoming in NRA Basic Pistol Instructor.
If you ALREADY COMPLETED the BIT course in the last 2 years, you do not have to come to this class (MUST HAVE PROOF of BIT COMPLETION)
At the end of this course you will posses the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to Organize & Conduct NRA Basic Firearms Training Courses.
Course Lessons
Lesson I:
The Instructor & the NRA Basic Firearm Training Program
Lesson II:
Using a Training Team
Lesson III:
Training Materials & Training Aids
Lesson IV:
Organizing Your Course
Lesson V:
Preparing to Teach
NRA Basic Pistol Certification
Day 2:
Wednesday, September 25th
7:30am - 4:30pm
(8 hours)
This is the second PRE-REQUISITE to become an NRA Pistol Instructor. (If you completed this course, you DO NOT need to attend on this date: MUST provide PROOF Certificate of Completion for the NRA Basic Pistol Course)
Course Lessons:
Lesson I:
Pistol Knowledge & Safe Gun Handling
Lesson II:
Ammunition Knowledge & the Fundamentals of Pistol Shooting
Lesson III:
Shooting Positions & Shooting Qualifications
Lesson IV:
Scoring Targets, & Selecting & Maintaining your Pistol
Lesson V:
Continued Opportunities for Skill Development
NRA Pistol Instructor Training
Day 3:
Thursday, September 26th
7:30am-5:30pm
(10 hours)
Course Lessons:
Lesson I:
Basics of Pistol Shooting Instructional Methods
Lesson II:
Teaching Basics of Pistol Shooting:
Pistol Knowledge & Safe Gun Handling
- teach parts & operations of revolvers & semi-automatic pistols according to NRA lesson plans
- teach the NRA fundamental rules of safe-gun handling
- conduct a safe pistol handling exercise
•Group 1: Will conduct a brief presentation on Slide 7: Gun Owner’s Responsibilities, Slides 8-9: introduce lesson (REVIEW the learning objectives),
•Group 2: Will conduct a brief presentation on Slide 10: Why American’s Own Pistols, and Slide 11: Types of pistol actions.
•Group 3: Will explain Slides 13-19: Revolver knowledge and Demonstrate how they operate Slide 13.
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•All Groups: Will explain Slides 20-24: Semi-automatic Pistol Knowledge, and demonstrate how they function Slide 26.
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•Group 1: Will explain Slides 30-31 Safe Gun handling.
•Group 2: Will conduct Slide 32 Safe Pistol Handling Practical.
Lesson III:
Teaching Pistol Lesson II: Ammunition Knowledge & the Fundamentals of Pistol Shooting
•teach ammunition components, types, and the firing sequence of a cartridge according to NRA lesson plans.
•Effectively teach ammunition identification, storage, and malfunctions according to NRA lesson plans.
•Explain the importance of determining eye dominance in beginning pistol shooters, and conduct an eye dominance exercise.
•Effectively teach the five fundamentals of pistol shooting according to NRA lesson plans.
•Group 1: Explain Slides 37 – 45 Pistol Ammunition
•Group 2: Explain Slides 46 – 49 Cartridge Malfunctions and Slide 50 REVIEW Safe Gun Handling Rules.
•Group 3: Demonstrate Slide 51 Dominant Eye and conduct a Dominant Eye Drill and Slides 63 – 77 Fundamentals of Pistol shooting.
•All Candidates: will need to demonstrate with a partner that they can conduct Slides 52 – 54 (position) and Slides 55 – 62 (Grip).
Lesson IV:
Evaluating & Improving Performance of Beginning Pistol Shooters
Lesson V:
Teaching Pistol Lesson III:
Shooting Positions & Shooting Qualifications
•Effectively teach the learning steps to shoot from the benchrest position.
•Effectively teach the learning steps to shoot from the isosceles position.
•Effectively conduct the shooting qualification.
•Training Counselor : The Training Counselor will assume the role as an instructor, and facilitate Slides 83 - 90, Range Safety Briefing
•All Candidates: Must teach Slides 93 – 95 & 96, the benchrest and two handed standing isosceles position, to another candidate, using the 8 step method.
•All Candidates: Slide 96 – 98: Conduct the Shooting Qualification for another candidate.
Lesson VI:
Teaching Pistol Lesson IV:
Scoring Targets, & Selecting & Maintaining a Pistol
Each candidate will conduct exercises as follows:
•Group 1: Scoring targets, Slide 105
•Group 2: Selecting and purchasing a pistol, Slides 106 - 108
•Group 3: Explain and demonstrate how to Care for a pistol, Slides 109 – 121.
Lesson VII:
Teaching Pistol Lesson V:
Continued Opportunities for Skill Development
Each candidate will conduct exercises as follows:
•Group 1: The Marksmanship Qualification Program, Slide 128
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•Group 2: Training, Competitive shooting opportunities, and NRA-affiliated clubs, Slides 129 – 133.
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•Group 3: The National Rifle Association, Slides 133 – 134.
Lesson VIII:
Using NRA Basic of Pistol Shooting Course Evaluation, Performance Checklist & Pistol Instructor Exam & Course Conclusion
Your NRA Training Counselor
- NRA Training Counselor
- CA POST (Police Officer Firearms Instructor)
- NRA Law Enforcement Firearms/Shotgun Instructor
- NRA Pistol Instructor
- NRA Concealed Carry (CCW Instructor)
- NRA Personal Protection Outside the Home Instructor
- NRA Personal Protection Inside the Home Instructor
- Los Angeles County CCW Training Provider
- CA DOJ Approved CCW Instructor
- CA DOJ Approved Firearms Instructor
- CA Bureau of Security & Investigative Services (BSIS) licensed Firearms Instructor
- Police Academy Graduate
- Advanced Patrol Officer Graduate
Semper Fi ladies and gents! I will be the lead Pistol Instructor for this workshop as the NRA Training Counselor to certify you!
I have Over 25 years of experience in the criminal justice field. I'm a former Staff Sargent, U.S Marine (Infantry and Embassy Duty) and Police Officer!
I ran a Criminal Justice Program for a private college and helped hundreds of individuals to get into Law Enforcement, Security, Corrections, and other public safety careers.
I was a former police officer and have real world street experience. I loved going out on patrol every day, making arrest, doing vehicle stops, investigations, drug testing, and perfecting my officer safety tactics and techniques.
?? Frequently Asked Questions ??
What are the Requirements to Attend the NRA Pistol Instructor Course?
Must have not been CONVICTED of ANY felonies, Domestic Violence Convictions, CURRENT Restraining Orders, must be minimum a U.S Resident (green card), or be Prohibited from legally purchasing a firearm in the U.S
Where will the NRA Pistol Instructor Course take place at?
Venue: At Public Safety Institute's training office
Address: 6400 E. Washington Blvd - Commerce - CA 90040
What are the dates for the NRA Instructor Pistol Course:
If you Need the 3 required NRA Instructor Courses Dates are below:
Day 1: Tuesday September 24th
Basic Instructor Course (BIT): Non shooting course
7:30am-2:30pm
Day 2: Wednesday September 25th
NRA Basic Pistol Course
7:30am - 4:30pm
Day 3: Thursday September 26th
NRA Instructor Course
7:30am - 5:30pm
If you only Need the Basic Instructor Training and OR the Basic Pistol course WITH the NRA Pistol Instructor Course, the dates are above.
What is the required gear list for the classroom?
Pen, pencil, highlighter, and a notebook. Wear appropriate attire, NO sandals or open toed shoes, NO shorts, NO Sweatpants.
What is the required gear list for the shooting range?
200 rounds, a pistol registered under your name, eye & ear protection.
If you do not own a firearm, you may rent one at the range. You may also buy the required ammunition at the range.
What happens if I can not attend?
You can reschedule for the next NRA Instructor course.
Refund Policy
All of our classes/packages, and courses are final, no cancellations allowed, and no refunds issued once enrolled in any course(s), class(es), or any of our training programs. If you can not attend on your scheduled date, you can attend at another date or transfer course to another person.