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CONCEAL CARRY & HOME DEFENSE FUNDAMENTALS INSTRUCTOR COURSE

Southern Charm Firearms Academy |

  • Multi Day
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Includes Live Fire
  • Instructor Certification
    • Sun, Jul. 26, 2026

      10:00 AM to 6:00 PM

    • Mon, Jul. 27, 2026

      10:00 AM to 6:00 PM

  • $597
  • Map Pin
    Hwy 2571
    Smithville, TX 78957
  • In-Class Time
    16 Hour(s)
  • Range Time
    1 Hour(s)
46DAYS
3HRS
16MINS
55SECS
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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.

Cancellation Policy: If a student is unable to attend their class, we will happily reschedule you for the next available class or another class of their choice.

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.

46DAYS
3HRS
16MINS
55SECS
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.

Upcoming Class Dates for
Conceal Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals Instructor Course

2 Upcoming

  • Sun, Jul. 26, 2026 10:00 AM
    with Southern Charm Firearms Academy
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  • Thur, Dec. 31, 2026 10:00 AM
    with Southern Charm Firearms Academy
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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

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  • Thick Belt
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  • Brimmed Hat
  • Revolver
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  • Extra Magazines
  • Range Bag
  • Holster

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  • Pen & Notebook

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      Smithville, TX

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    "Crystal was a personable and engaging instructor with years of experience to draw from. I definitely walked away from this class with both a better understanding of the material as well as more confidence in my ability to effectively teach it."

    Submitted on Sun, May. 17, 2026 by Burke H.

    "Thank you Burke! You’re going to be an awesome instructor!"

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      Smithville, TX

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      Smithville, TX

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    "Southern Charm Firearms Academy has been an outstanding training experience for me, and Crystal is truly what sets it apart. I’ve taken multiple courses here, and each one has been top-tier. Crystal has a talent for teaching in a way that’s clear, practical, and easy to retain. She’s patient, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in making sure her students leave confident and capable. Every class I’ve taken has added real value to my skillset. The environment is both professional and welcoming, which makes it easy to focus and learn. Without a doubt, one of the best training experiences I’ve had! I’ll absolutely be coming back for more."

    Submitted on Fri, May. 15, 2026 by Antonio N.

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      Smithville, TX

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    "Great instructor! Learned alot more than I expected to. Looking forward to taking more classes, or instructor development."

    Submitted on Thur, Feb. 12, 2026 by James D.

    "Awesome! You’re gonna be a great instructor. And we’d love to have you back for more training. "

    Submitted on Fri, Feb. 13, 2026

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