Personal Protection Academy
DAndre McKinnon
BACKGROUND: Civilian, Instructor
15 Years Instructing
PH: 404 208 7020
Available Courses
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Basic Handgun Ideal for new gun owners or if you want… |
Basic | Basic |
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No Upcoming Classes Contact Instructor |
Emergency First Aid Fundamentals Learn skills that could make you a life… |
Specialty Other | N/A |
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Situational Awareness And Home Security This is a course to help you gain the pr… |
USCCA Courses | N/A |
About Personal Protection Academy
D’Andre McKinnon is a certified firearms instructor with over a decade of experience helping everyday people—especially women—build confidence in their ability to protect themselves.
Since 2012, he has trained students from all backgrounds, with a focus on creating a safe, supportive, and judgment-free learning environment. As the founder of Personal Protection Academy LLC, D’Andre specializes in practical, real-world training that emphasizes situational awareness, personal safety, and responsible firearm use.
His approach is straightforward and empowering—no pressure, no ego—just clear instruction designed to help you feel confident, capable, and in control.
Courses Taught
Concealed Carry Training, Basic, NRA Courses, USCCA Courses, Active Shooter Response Training, In Home Defense Training, Scenario Based Training, Women's Only Courses, Virtual Simulation, Seminars / Lectures, Concealed Carry License, CPR / AED (First Aid for Lay Rescuers), American Heart Association (First Aid / CPR / AED), American Red Cross (First Aid / CPR / AED), Constitutional / Permitless Carry, Handgun Fundamentals, Real Estate Safety
Certifications
USCCA Range Safety Officer Instructor
USCCA Emergency First Aid Fundamentals Instructor
USCCA Countering the Mass Shooter Threat Instructor
USCCA Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals Instructor
NRA Basic Pistol Instructor
NRA Persaonal Protection In The Home Instructor
NRA Women On Target Instructor