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Nicholas Cooley

Instructor # 2317390 | Bulldog Training Academy/Nicholas Cooley

Certified with the USCCA since 5/11/2021

Certification Renewal Date 10/17/2026

  • north.florida.academy@gmail.com
  • (850) 692-2231

Tallahassee, FL, 32308

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USCCA Certifications

  • Concealed Carry & Home Defense
  • Women's Handgun & Self-Defense
  • Countering the Mass Shooter
  • Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals - Training Counselor
  • Emergency & First Aid
  • Marksmanship Simplified: Foundations of Handgun Coaching
  • Children's Firearms & Safety Fundamentals

My Biography

Over 40 years of Adult education, USCCA Instructor, NRA instructor including NRA Law Enforcement Instructor. Founder and owner of the largest training academy in North Florida. Also provide instruction in Armed and Unarmed Security in 3 States

Current Classes Available

  • Sat, Aug. 15, 2026 8:00 AM

    2 Day USCCA CCHDF Instructor Certification Course

    with Nicholas Cooley
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    Tallahassee, FL

    $597

    Sat, Oct. 17, 2026 8:00 AM

    2 Day USCCA CCHDF Instructor Certification Course

    with Nicholas Cooley
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    "Amazing course, a lot of quality information and great knowledge transfer, definitely recommend and had an awesome experience "

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    "Thank you so much for your kind words"

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