Semi-Auto Pistol Instructor

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 refund.