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USCCA INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION

Road Toad Tactical LLC |

  • Multi Day
  • Includes Live Fire
  • Instructor Certification
    • Sat, Oct. 17, 2026

      8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

    • Sun, Oct. 18, 2026

      8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

  • $597
  • Use my location
    Road Toad Tactical LLC
    29450 Moran Street
    Farmington Hills, MI 48336
  • In-Class Time
    10 Hour(s)
  • Range Time
    2 Hour(s)
50DAYS
3HRS
17MINS
15SECS
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Instructor Certification

Please acknowledge that this class requires participation to pass. Being present does not guarantee that you will leave with a USCCA Instructor Certificate. If you attend the course and do not receive certification, refunds will not be given. This course is a pass/fail course; there will be no options for remedial training after the fact. If you are not able to pass the class, your options will be to retake the entire class at a later date.

What You'll Learn

Become A USCCA CPL Instructor Learn to teach the Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals Course with a well respected and experienced Michigan USCCA Training Counselor. Become certified to teach concealed carry, home defense, handgun safety and defensive shooting. You'll teach topics such as: Developing a Personal- and Home-Protection Plan Self-Defense Firearms Basics Shooting Fundamentals The Legal Use of Force Violent Encounters and Their Aftermaths, Gear and Gadgets Basic and Advanced Skills This is your chance to save lives and turn law-abiding Americans into ultimate protectors. Now is the time to help arm students with practical, real-world training they can’t find anywhere else. Are you ready to help people protect themselves? Do you have what it takes to get it done? What are the benefits of becoming a USCCA Instructor? Nationally certified as a firearms instructor. Teach concealed carry permit classes in many States. Be certified to teach concealed carry (CPL/CCW), home defense, handgun safety and defensive shooting. Provide your students with an official USCCA certificate of training completion. Be a part of saving lives and help law-abiding Americans become their own ultimate protectors. You’ll receive an Instructor Toolkit filled with industry-leading teaching materials and curriculum designed to be practical yet extremely effective. USCCA Instructor apparel is included. Make a great first impression! Your students will walk away educated, trained and hungry for more.

The USCCA Training Site drives students of all experience levels right to your doorstep. Simply post your classes online and watch as spots fill up. USCCA's class management system will help you to post classes, manage rosters and collect online payment from students with ease. Authorization to use the USCCA brand. Be a part of the fastest-growing national training organization in the industry! Be connected to a highly dedicated support team. These individuals have gone through extensive training, and their sole job is to help you with any questions or needs you may have throughout this process. It’s arguably one of the best instructor communities in the nation! Make extra money in the fastest growing industry! Much, much more. How do I become a USCCA Instructor? If you are currently: Legally able to possess firearms Proficient in firearms handling and safety Proficient in basic defensive firearms skills Proficient in range safety procedures A responsible individual that believes in continuously raising the bar Willing to become a leader and keep students safe during live-fire range time These classes are limited to a maximum of 10 students Complete the online e-learning class and pass with a 90% or better. The e-learning takes approximately 4-6 hours to complete and MUST be completed before in-person class.

Your kit will arrive upon successful completion of the e-learning and 2 day in-person course. What comes in my e-learning kit? 10 copies of Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals classroom textbook. The complete seven-lesson PowerPoint presentation (download; physical DVD upon request) Professional-quality classroom videos that enhance the subject being discussed Classroom posters printed in high resolution color 10 current issues of Concealed Carry Magazine USCCA instructor polo USCCA range cap. USCCA will send you the kit following the completion of the Instructor course. Take the in-person, two day class. The classroom and range portion is comprised of discussions, lecture, hands-on breakout sessions, a live fire exercise and shooting qualification.

Course instructors will cover useful teaching tips and tools, present student materials provided in the Instructor Toolkit, identify important elements within the curriculum, and lead discussions and presentations. The course will also touch upon proper business, financial management, and marketing for the course.

What will I need for class? All Instructor Candidates are encouraged to come to class with a positive attitude and an open mindset. Additionally, you will be required to provide: Professional, instructor type clothing. Please dress as you would teach. This encourages Instructor confidence. A notebook A laptop (if you have one) Pens and highlighters Eye and ear protection A quality defensive handgun 100 rounds of ammunition A quality waist mounted holster 3 magazines preferred Water and snacks, lunch (working lunch) Proper footwear and clothing for classroom and range $14 range fee, RANGE LOCATION TO BE DETERMINED

Cancellation Policy: Students are required to cancel at least 48 hours in advance of a class date in order to receive a PARTIAL refund. Classes cancelled less than 48 hours before the class will not be refunded. Students will not recieve the non refundable registration fee.

What We'll Teach

Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals - Certified Instructor

Upon successfully completing this course, you will become a USCCA Certified Instructor uniquely authorized to teach the USCCA course, Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals.

This course has become the nation’s leading curriculum for law-abiding Americans seeking to obtain their concealed carry permit. When it comes to firearms fundamentals and concealed carry and home defense concepts, you will provide your students with high-quality material and help them understand the ‘why’ behind training concepts.

Class Preparation: You must complete the corresponding online learning course. (Automatically sent to you upon registering for the class.)

Day 1: you’ll be taught by a USCCA Training Counselor on a number of valuable topics including:

  • Top ten instructor mistakes and how to avoid them
  • Teaching best practices
  • Running a safe live fire range

Day 2: You’ll have a chance to:

  • Demonstrate your knowledge of the USCCA training material through seven short presentations to a group of your peers
  • Run a live fire range, guiding your peers through the safe completion of the USCCA course of fire

By combining the knowledge of the USCCA and your passion for training more responsibly armed Americans, you can be assured that you’ve found the instructor certification for you.

50DAYS
3HRS
17MINS
15SECS
Register

Instructor Certification

Please acknowledge that this class requires participation to pass. Being present does not guarantee that you will leave with a USCCA Instructor Certificate. If you attend the course and do not receive certification, refunds will not be given. This course is a pass/fail course; there will be no options for remedial training after the fact. If you are not able to pass the class, your options will be to retake the entire class at a later date.

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Live, Self-Defense Lessons For Everyone

Parents, Teachers, Concerned Citizens, Business Professionals, Churchgoers, and anyone who wants to keep themselves and others safe

What to Bring

  • Handgun
  • Ammunition
  • Extra Magazines
  • Eye & Ear Protection
  • Close-toed Shoes
  • Long Pants
  • Water / Beverage
  • Pen & Notebook

What is Provided

  • Lunch
  • Water / Beverage

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    • Todd Podwoiski

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    "Road Toad Tactical was a great place to get trained, happy with Todd's presentation style and with how he worked with the class through each module. Professional, knowledgeable and helpful. I recommend. "

    Submitted on Tues, May. 26, 2026 by Adam C.

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    "My experience was great it was educational and full of great feed back on how to approach being an instructor and how to elevate in the path being a good instructor too developing to a great instructor. Todd made the course work “ENGAGING” lol (bit of inside joke) and easy to follow."

    Submitted on Sun, May. 24, 2026 by Justin B.

    "Thank you! It was my pleasure."

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    "Super informative, helpful, and a model instructor- Akari P."

    Submitted on Sun, May. 24, 2026 by Akari P.

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