Cody Gould
Instructor # 4343437 | ALPHA ARMAMENT COMPANY
Certified with the USCCA since 1/17/2026
Certification Renewal Date 1/17/2027
USCCA Certifications
- Concealed Carry & Home Defense
My Biography
We are USCCA-certified firearms instructors with a strong firearms background and years of hands-on experience. As avid and competitive shooters, we bring real-world knowledge, safe handling practices, and practical instruction into every class. We proudly own and operate a locally based gun store in Romeo, Michigan, giving us a deep understanding of Michigan firearm laws, equipment, and responsible carry from both an instructional and industry perspective. Our mission is to educate, empower, and responsibly arm the public through clear, professional, and engaging instruction. We are passionate about firearms safety, lawful concealed carry, and ensuring our students leave class confident, informed, and prepared. Thank you for your interest in our Michigan Concealed Pistol License (CPL) course. We look forward to working with you and helping you take the next step in responsible firearm ownership.
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Class Description This Michigan-approved Concealed Pistol License (CPL) class is designed to prepare and educate students on the most important aspects of concealed carry in the State of Michigan. This regulated and certified course provides the training required to apply for your Michigan CPL and focuses on where you can carry, when you may use a firearm in self-defense, and what to do after a self-defense incident.
Curriculum Summary 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.
Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals is a comprehensive course for anyone considering owning or carrying a firearm for self-defense. The course is a complete guide to understandingi conflict avoidance and situational awareness; home security and home defense; handgun, shotgun and AR-15 basics; shooting fundamentals; the physiology of violent encounters; the legal aspects of using deadly force (including knowing what to do in the aftermath); and a complete guide on gear, gadgets, and ongoing training.
Class Description This Michigan-approved Concealed Pistol License (CPL) class is designed to prepare and educate students on the most important aspects of concealed carry in the State of Michigan. This regulated and certified course provides the training required to apply for your Michigan CPL and focuses on where you can carry, when you may use a firearm in self-defense, and what to do after a self-defense incident.
Curriculum Summary 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.
Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals is a comprehensive course for anyone considering owning or carrying a firearm for self-defense. The course is a complete guide to understandingi conflict avoidance and situational awareness; home security and home defense; handgun, shotgun and AR-15 basics; shooting fundamentals; the physiology of violent encounters; the legal aspects of using deadly force (including knowing what to do in the aftermath); and a complete guide on gear, gadgets, and ongoing training.
PLEASE NOTE: A minimum of 10 students is required to hold this class. If this minimum is not met, the class may be rescheduled for a future date or combined with a future class. Refunds are not implied or guaranteed for rescheduled sessions.
Class Description This Michigan-approved Concealed Pistol License (CPL) class is designed to prepare and educate students on the most important aspects of concealed carry in the State of Michigan. This regulated and certified course provides the training required to apply for your Michigan CPL and focuses on where you can carry, when you may use a firearm in self-defense, and what to do after a self-defense incident.
Curriculum Summary 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.
Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals is a comprehensive course for anyone considering owning or carrying a firearm for self-defense. The course is a complete guide to understandingi conflict avoidance and situational awareness; home security and home defense; handgun, shotgun and AR-15 basics; shooting fundamentals; the physiology of violent encounters; the legal aspects of using deadly force (including knowing what to do in the aftermath); and a complete guide on gear, gadgets, and ongoing training.
PLEASE NOTE: A minimum of 10 students is required to hold this class. If this minimum is not met, the class may be rescheduled for a future date or combined with a future class. Refunds are not implied or guaranteed for rescheduled sessions.
Class Description This Michigan-approved Concealed Pistol License (CPL) class is designed to prepare and educate students on the most important aspects of concealed carry in the State of Michigan. This regulated and certified course provides the training required to apply for your Michigan CPL and focuses on where you can carry, when you may use a firearm in self-defense, and what to do after a self-defense incident.
Curriculum Summary 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.
Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals is a comprehensive course for anyone considering owning or carrying a firearm for self-defense. The course is a complete guide to understandingi conflict avoidance and situational awareness; home security and home defense; handgun, shotgun and AR-15 basics; shooting fundamentals; the physiology of violent encounters; the legal aspects of using deadly force (including knowing what to do in the aftermath); and a complete guide on gear, gadgets, and ongoing training.
PLEASE NOTE: A minimum of 10 students is required to hold this class. If this minimum is not met, the class may be rescheduled for a future date or combined with a future class. Refunds are not implied or guaranteed for rescheduled sessions.
Class Description This Michigan-approved Concealed Pistol License (CPL) class is designed to prepare and educate students on the most important aspects of concealed carry in the State of Michigan. This regulated and certified course provides the training required to apply for your Michigan CPL and focuses on where you can carry, when you may use a firearm in self-defense, and what to do after a self-defense incident.
Curriculum Summary 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.
Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals is a comprehensive course for anyone considering owning or carrying a firearm for self-defense. The course is a complete guide to understandingi conflict avoidance and situational awareness; home security and home defense; handgun, shotgun and AR-15 basics; shooting fundamentals; the physiology of violent encounters; the legal aspects of using deadly force (including knowing what to do in the aftermath); and a complete guide on gear, gadgets, and ongoing training.
PLEASE NOTE: A minimum of 10 students is required to hold this class. If this minimum is not met, the class may be rescheduled for a future date or combined with a future class. Refunds are not implied or guaranteed for rescheduled sessions.
Class Description This Michigan-approved Concealed Pistol License (CPL) class is designed to prepare and educate students on the most important aspects of concealed carry in the State of Michigan. This regulated and certified course provides the training required to apply for your Michigan CPL and focuses on where you can carry, when you may use a firearm in self-defense, and what to do after a self-defense incident.
Curriculum Summary 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.
Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals is a comprehensive course for anyone considering owning or carrying a firearm for self-defense. The course is a complete guide to understandingi conflict avoidance and situational awareness; home security and home defense; handgun, shotgun and AR-15 basics; shooting fundamentals; the physiology of violent encounters; the legal aspects of using deadly force (including knowing what to do in the aftermath); and a complete guide on gear, gadgets, and ongoing training.
PLEASE NOTE: A minimum of 10 students is required to hold this class. If this minimum is not met, the class may be rescheduled for a future date or combined with a future class. Refunds are not implied or guaranteed for rescheduled sessions.
Class Description This Michigan-approved Concealed Pistol License (CPL) class is designed to prepare and educate students on the most important aspects of concealed carry in the State of Michigan. This regulated and certified course provides the training required to apply for your Michigan CPL and focuses on where you can carry, when you may use a firearm in self-defense, and what to do after a self-defense incident.
Curriculum Summary 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.
Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals is a comprehensive course for anyone considering owning or carrying a firearm for self-defense. The course is a complete guide to understandingi conflict avoidance and situational awareness; home security and home defense; handgun, shotgun and AR-15 basics; shooting fundamentals; the physiology of violent encounters; the legal aspects of using deadly force (including knowing what to do in the aftermath); and a complete guide on gear, gadgets, and ongoing training.
PLEASE NOTE: A minimum of 10 students is required to hold this class. If this minimum is not met, the class may be rescheduled for a future date or combined with a future class. Refunds are not implied or guaranteed for rescheduled sessions.