Semi-Auto Pistol Instructor (class #1)

Description

This is a 40 hour, PA MPOETC approved Semi-Auto Pistol Instructor course restricted to law enforcement and military personnel aspiring to become certified law enforcement firearms instructors.

Topics Covered

• Firearms Training Principles
• Methods and Principles of Adult Education
• Pistol Fundamentals
• Advanced Pistol Operations
• Firearms Cleaning/Maintenance 
• Developing and presenting a Safety Brief
• Student Teaching Presentations
• Legal Aspects and Case Law
• Methods of remedial training
• Student-Led Course of Fire Assignments
• Final Qualification Course of Fire 
• Daily Critiques
• Student-Led Basic Pistol Class

Expectations and Outcomes

Instructor candidates will graduate as confident entry-level pistol instructors. This course has been approved by MPOETC for a Certified LE Firearms Instructor Course. Students apply to MPOETC following successful graduation to become Pennsylvania Certified LE Firearms Instructors.

Certification is valid for 3 years from date of successful completion

Types

Advanced, Instructor Training Courses, LEO / MIL / SEC Courses

Documentation Requirements

Military or Law Enforcement ID
Letter of recommendation from Chief LEO or Senior NCO or Commander

Requirements

Required Equipment

• Semi-Automatic Pistol (9mm minimum)
• 3 magazines (Minimum)
• 1,300 rounds of ammunition
• Hip-worn Holster (Strong side)

• Holsters that require the use of the trigger finger to release weapon will not be permitted

• Sturdy Belt w/Magazine pouch
• Range and Weather-Appropriate Footwear and Clothing
• Hat/Cap
• Hearing Protection
• Eye Protection
• Notebook, Pen/Pencil, Highlighter

  
  Pre-requisites

  Restricted to:

  - Current Law Enforcement with 3 years of active service

  - Current, honorably discharged, or retired Military Personnel with 3 years of service

  Letter of recommendation from a chief law enforcement officer or Senior NCO (for military)

  Pre-Course Assignment

  - Read “Instructor Development Pre-Reading Assignment **Students are required to attend 100% of training and pass a strict qualification course of fire to graduate.

   ** We reserve the right to dismiss a student at any time during the course for failure to achieve course standards, safety violations, etc, without