Children's Firearms & Safety Fundamentals

Description

As gun owners we have a duty to teach our children on how we become responsibly armed Americans and save lives. The key to firearms safety is education, not isolation. The more we talk about and practice real gun safety measures with every member of our family, the safer we will be.

This includes having discussions with our children. In a growing effort to “Help Keep Our Loved Ones Safe,” The USCCA believes in engaging ALL family members in a safety-first mindset and the responsibilities of owning a firearm. Education is the first step in teaching children about firearms and how to act around them.

So, ask yourself, “Does My Child Know What To Do if They Find a Gun??” This course will help you and your child(ren) have this incredibly important discussion.

Prepare: As a parent, if you choose to own, and carry a firearm, you drastically increase your level of responsibility. This course equips you with the knowledge and understanding of how to keep your entire family safe.

Plan: How would your child react if they found a gun in your home or at school? Do you know the safest way to store a firearm? Have you talked with your kids about guns and how to handle them?

Planning for these realistic situations will give you and your family a foundation for safety that will last a lifetime.

Prevent: A family that works together to increase their knowledge and safe handling of guns has the best chance of preventing future mishaps and accidents.

Together we can teach future generations on how to become responsibly armed Americans.

This course is ideal for:

• Parents, grandparents, and guardians who want to responsibly educate children about firearms
• New gun owners with young children in the home
• Experienced shooters seeking guidance on how to introduce firearms to their families
• Homeschooling families incorporating safety and civics into their curriculum
• Anyone who values the Second Amendment and wants to ensure the next generation is both knowledgeable and respectful when it comes to firearms

No prior teaching experience is needed—just a desire to help children learn about firearms in a safe, honest, and age-appropriate way.

Topics Covered

This course teaches:

• The 4 Universal Firearm Safety Rules
• Firearm and ammunition fundamentals
• How to safely handle firearms at home and at the range - Create good habits and teach children from an early age to respect firearms. Guns are tools, not toys.
• Accident prevention and safe firearm storage - Understand the different types of storage available for gun owners and how they prevent accidents.
• How to make gun safety a family responsibility - An informed family is a safe family. When we work together to understand firearms, we reduce accidents and “curious” mishaps.

Expectations and Outcomes

Participants will leave the class better equipped with the knowledge and confidence you need to own a firearm and help keep your whole family safe.

Types

Basic, USCCA Courses

Documentation Requirements

Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Please be prepared to present a valid Ohio Driver License or State ID.

There are no formal prerequisites for this course. It is open to children, parents, guardians, grandparents, and responsible adults of all experience levels. Whether you’re a seasoned firearm owner or just beginning your firearms journey, this course will equip you with the tools, language, and strategies to confidently introduce children to the topic of firearm safety in a positive and age-appropriate way.

The instructor requires a copy of your Government Issued ID once you register.

Requirements

• Modern defensive pistol
• Two (2) magazines
• Speed loader
• Mag pouch
• Ammo: 50 rounds.
• ELECTRONIC hearing protection - Students must be able to clearly hear and understand instructors/instructions during this training 
• Eye protection
• Appropriate range clothing - No low-cut shirts or open-toed shoes, etc.
• Brimmed hat or ball cap
• Note taking materials
• Snacks and hydration
• A willingness to be an attentive, safe, and diligent learner with a positive and receptive attitude!! 😊