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BASIC HANDGUN - MS ENHANCED PERMIT

Boondocks FTA™ |

  • Includes Live Fire
  • Permit Certification
    • Sat, Oct. 17, 2026

      9:00 AM to 6:00 PM

  • $150
  • Map Pin
    11771 Hwy 18
    Raymond, MS 39154
  • In-Class Time
    5 Hour(s)
  • Range Time
    3 Hour(s)
131DAYS
4HRS
4MINS
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What You'll Learn

This is a one-day USCCA course curriculum designed to teach students how to safely use a handgun. It also covers different types of pistols and revolvers, how they operate, the pros and cons of each type, and the proper ammunition for each. This course covers the importance of being aware of your surroundings (“situational awareness”), introduces defensive firearms concepts, and covers the legal and ethical aspects of carrying and using a firearm in defense of your self and/or others. The completion of this course qualifies students for the Mississippi Enhanced Permit endorsement to the Mississippi Firearms Permit.

Course length: 8 hours Start Time: 9:00 a.m. Pre-Requisite: None Ammo Required: 100 Rounds

Cancellation Policy: Student Instigated Re-Booking: If you need to re-book a class more than two (2) weeks before your originally scheduled class date, you may re-book (transfer to another class) one time without any fee. If you need to re-book a second time more than two (2) weeks before your second scheduled class date, the fee is $50. After a second re-booking, no further transfers are permitted. If you need to re-book a class less than two (2) weeks before your scheduled class date, the fee is $75. Only one re-booking will be allowed with less than two (2) weeks before your scheduled class date. All re-booking requests must be received by telephone (769-972-2382) no later than 11:59 a.m., Central, the day prior to the scheduled class. If the re-booking is to a more expensive class, you are responsible for the price difference. If the re-booking is to a less expensive class, you will receive a refund* of the price difference. Student Instigated Cancellation: If you need to cancel a class more than two (2) weeks before your scheduled class date, you may cancel and request a refund* less a twenty-five percent (25%) Cancellation Fee of the total cost of the class. Classes canceled less than two (2) weeks before your scheduled class date will NOT be refunded. Boondock Firearms Training Academy™ Cancellation: In rare circumstances, BFTA™ may need to cancel a class. If this occurs, you will be notified as soon as possible and given the option of (1) a full refund of the amount you have paid, or (2) a move to another course of the same value. * Refunds instigated by the student will be in the form of BFTA™ Gift Cards. Exceptions to these policies may be made on a case-by-case basis, at the sole discretion of BFTA’s General Manager. BFTA™ reserves the right to change or amend these policies at any time, without prior notification.

What We'll Teach

Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals

Lessons:

  • Developing a Personal and Home Protection Plan
  • Self-Defense Firearms Basics
  • Shooting Fundamentals
  • Gear and Gadgets
  • The Legal Use of Force
  • Violent Encounters and the Aftermath
  • Basic and Advanced Skills

Other topics covered: Personal Safety, Handgun Safety, Handgun Fundamentals, Handgun Operation, Handgun Selection, Physiological Reactions to Violent Encounters

Over 1 million students have taken the U.S. Concealed Carry Association’s course offerings across the nation. Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals is a comprehensive classroom course for anyone considering owning or carrying a firearm for self-defense. If you are new to handguns, this is a great introduction to everything you need to know to start your self-protection journey.

This course is a complete guide to understanding the basics of firearms ownership, safety, and nomenclature, and how it applies to home- or self-defense. After this class, students will feel confident to act as their family’s first line of defense in the event of a home invasion or other critical incident.

Additional Notes from Your Instructor

Range Rental Guns are available for those who have not yet purchased a handgun.

131DAYS
4HRS
4MINS
51SECS
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Parents, Teachers, Concerned Citizens, Business Professionals, Churchgoers, and anyone who wants to keep themselves and others safe

What to Bring

  • Handgun
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  • Pen & Notebook

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