ASPIRING FIREARMS INSTRUCTOR DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM PREPARE. DEVELOP. MODEL THE STANDARD.
- Sat, Sep. 12, 2026
9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
- Sat, Sep. 12, 2026
- $599
- In-Class Time24 Hour(s)
- Range Time6 Hour(s)
What You'll Learn
Aspiring Firearms Instructor Development Program
Becoming a firearms instructor requires more than firearms knowledge or shooting ability. An effective instructor must be able to communicate, observe, demonstrate, coach, manage safety, evaluate performance, and make sound decisions while responsible for the development of others.
The Firearms Safety First, LLC Aspiring Firearms Instructor Development Program is a six-week, small-cohort instructor-readiness and mentoring program designed for individuals preparing to pursue formal firearms instructor certification and for newer instructors seeking additional development.
Candidates will work on instructor fundamentals including lesson preparation and delivery, communication and presentation skills, student observation and coaching, classroom and range safety, range management, professional conduct, performance evaluation, problem recognition and correction, after-action review, and instructor self-evaluation.
Training progresses from learning and observation to practical application. Candidates may observe experienced instruction, participate in structured exercises and teach-backs, and demonstrate their ability to communicate and apply instructional principles in a controlled environment. Practical and range activities emphasize safety, judgment, professionalism, and the instructor’s responsibility to model the standard expected of students.
The purpose of this program is preparation, not preemption. Candidates are not being taught to pass a particular instructor-certification course. They are developing the foundational habits, judgment, communication skills, and professional readiness needed to arrive at formal instructor training prepared to learn and continue developing afterward.
Important: This is an independent Firearms Safety First, LLC instructor-development program. It is not a USCCA Instructor Certification Course, does not award USCCA instructor certification, and is not a USCCA Training Counselor course. Completion of this program does not guarantee successful completion of any future instructor-certification course.
Class size is limited to six candidates to allow individualized observation, coaching, feedback, and mentoring.
Prepare. Don’t Preempt. Model the Standard.
Cancellation Policy: Cancellation, Rescheduling & Attendance Policy At Firearms Safety First, LLC, we are committed to providing every student with a professional, well-prepared training experience. Classroom preparation, instructor scheduling, range reservations, and course materials are coordinated in advance. Because of this, cancellations and last-minute schedule changes directly impact course quality and the ability to serve other students. By registering for a course, students acknowledge and agree to the following policies: • Administrative Fee: All cancellations and approved reschedules are subject to a $75 administrative fee. • 48-Hour Cancellation Policy: Cancellations made within 48 hours of the scheduled course start time are not eligible for a refund. • No Shows: Students who do not attend their scheduled course without prior approval will forfeit all tuition and are not eligible for a refund or credit. • Rescheduling: One reschedule may be requested, subject to the $75 administrative fee. Requests received within 48 hours of the scheduled class will be treated as cancellations. • Student Preparedness: Students who fail to complete required pre-class instructions, fail to bring required equipment or documentation, or otherwise arrive unprepared to participate may be considered a cancellation or no-show at the instructor's discretion. • Third-Party Costs: Range fees, ammunition, targets, facility fees, and other third-party expenses are non-refundable once incurred. Firearms Safety First, LLC understands that genuine emergencies can occur. Requests involving documented emergencies or military orders may be reviewed on a case-by-case basis at the sole discretion of the instructor. Any exception granted for one student does not establish a precedent for future requests. By completing registration and payment, students acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agreed to this Cancellation, Rescheduling & Attendance Policy.
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
- FMJ
- Long Pants
- Thick Belt
- Close-toed Shoes
- Brimmed Hat
- Revolver
- Handgun
- Water / Beverage
- Lunch
- Rain Gear
- Curriculum Textbook
- Snap Caps
- Pen & Notebook
- Bug Spray
- Sunscreen
- Eye & Ear Protection
- Gloves
- Extra Magazines
- Magazine Pouch
- Speed Loader
- Range Bag
- Holster
What is Provided
- Curriculum Textbook
- Targets
- Speed Loader