1-3 Day NRA Pistol Instructor Workshop Certification

December 20th-December 21st








Basic Instructor Training

(BIT)



Day 1:

Friday, December 20th

7:30am - 2:30pm

(6 hours)


This BIT course is a PRE-REQUISTE in becoming in NRA Basic Pistol Instructor.


If you ALREADY COMPLETED the BIT course in the last 2 years, you do not have to come to this class (MUST HAVE PROOF of BIT COMPLETION)


At the end of this course you will posses the knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary to Organize & Conduct NRA Basic Firearms Training Courses.


Course Lessons

Lesson I:

The Instructor & the NRA Basic Firearm Training Program


Lesson II:

Using a Training Team


Lesson III:

Training Materials & Training Aids


Lesson IV:

Organizing Your Course


Lesson V:

Preparing to Teach







NRA Basic Pistol Certification


Day 2:

Saturday, December 21st

7:30am - 4:30pm

(8 hours)


This is the second PRE-REQUISITE to become an NRA Pistol Instructor. (If you completed this course, you DO NOT need to attend on this date: MUST provide PROOF Certificate of Completion for the NRA Basic Pistol Course)


Course Lessons:

Lesson I:

Pistol Knowledge & Safe Gun Handling


Lesson II:

Ammunition Knowledge & the Fundamentals of Pistol Shooting


Lesson III:

Shooting Positions & Shooting Qualifications


Lesson IV:

Scoring Targets, & Selecting & Maintaining your Pistol


Lesson V:

Continued Opportunities for Skill Development









NRA Pistol Instructor Training

Day 3:

Sunday, December 22nd

7:30am-5:30pm

(10 hours)


Course Lessons:

Lesson I:

Basics of Pistol Shooting Instructional Methods


Lesson II:

Teaching Basics of Pistol Shooting:

Pistol Knowledge & Safe Gun Handling


  • teach parts & operations of revolvers & semi-automatic pistols according to NRA lesson plans
  • teach the NRA fundamental rules of safe-gun handling
  • conduct a safe pistol handling exercise



Lesson III:

Teaching Pistol Lesson II: Ammunition Knowledge & the Fundamentals of Pistol Shooting


teach ammunition components, types, and the firing sequence of a cartridge according to NRA lesson plans.

Effectively teach ammunition identification, storage, and malfunctions according to NRA lesson plans.

Explain the importance of determining eye dominance in beginning pistol shooters, and conduct an eye dominance exercise.

Effectively teach the five fundamentals of pistol shooting according to NRA lesson plans.



Lesson IV:

Evaluating & Improving Performance of Beginning Pistol Shooters



Lesson V:

Teaching Pistol Lesson III:

Shooting Positions & Shooting Qualifications


Effectively teach the learning steps to shoot from the benchrest position.

Effectively teach the learning steps to shoot from the isosceles position.

Effectively conduct the shooting qualification. 



Lesson VI:

Teaching Pistol Lesson IV:

Scoring Targets, & Selecting & Maintaining a Pistol


Each candidate will conduct exercises as follows:

  • Scoring targets
  • Selecting and purchasing a pistol
  • Explain and demonstrate how to Care for a pistol



Lesson VII:

Teaching Pistol Lesson V:

Continued Opportunities for Skill Development


Each candidate will conduct exercises as follows:

The Marksmanship Qualification Program    

Training, Competitive shooting opportunities, and NRA-affiliated clubs

The National Rifle Association


Lesson VIII:

Using NRA Basic of Pistol Shooting Course Evaluation, Performance Checklist & Pistol Instructor Exam & Course Conclusion




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Your NRA Training Counselor


  • NRA Training Counselor: #261209340
  • CA POST (Police Officer Firearms Instructor): #9247
  • NRA Law Enforcement Firearms/Shotgun Instructor: #261209340
  • NRA Pistol Instructor: #261209340
  • NRA Concealed Carry (CCW Instructor): #261209340
  • NRA Personal Protection Outside the Home Instructor: #261209340
  • NRA Personal Protection Inside the Home Instructor: #261209340
  • Los Angeles County CCW Training Provider
  • CA DOJ Approved CCW Instructor: #016
  • CA DOJ Approved Firearms Instructor: #354100
  • CA Bureau of Security & Investigative Services (BSIS) licensed Firearms Instructor: TIF# 2764
  • BSIS Licensed Baton Training Instructor: TIB# 1627
  • Police Academy Graduate
  • Advanced Patrol Officer Graduate
  • United State Marine Corps, Infantry & Embassy Duty



Semper Fi ladies and gents! I will be the lead Pistol Instructor for this workshop as the NRA Training Counselor to certify you!



I have Over 25 years of experience in the criminal justice field. I'm a former Staff Sargent, U.S Marine (Infantry and Embassy Duty) and Police Officer!



I ran a Criminal Justice Program for a private college and helped hundreds of individuals to get into Law Enforcement, Security, Corrections, and other public safety careers.



I was a former police officer and have real world street experience. I loved going out on patrol every day, making arrest, doing vehicle stops, investigations, drug testing, and perfecting my officer safety tactics and techniques.








?? Frequently Asked Questions ??



What are the Requirements to Attend the NRA Pistol Instructor Course?

Must have not been CONVICTED of ANY felonies, Domestic Violence Convictions, CURRENT Restraining Orders, must be minimum a U.S Resident (green card), or be Prohibited from legally purchasing a firearm in the U.S



Where will the NRA Pistol Instructor Course take place at?

Venue: At Public Safety Institute's training office

Address: 6400 E. Washington Blvd - Commerce - CA 90040


Where will the live-fire training and live-fire qualification take place?

You will be advised on the time and date of the range qualification. It will be during day 2 or 3. There is a cost from $50-$75 for the range fee payable at the range.


What are the dates for the NRA Instructor Pistol Course:


If you Need the 3 required NRA Instructor Courses Dates are below:

Day 1: Friday December 20th

Basic Instructor Course (BIT): Non shooting course

7:30am-2:30pm


Day 2: Saturday December 21st

NRA Basic Pistol Course

7:30am - 4:30pm


Day 3: Sunday December 22nd

NRA Instructor Course

7:30am - 5:30pm


If you only Need the Basic Instructor Training and OR the Basic Pistol course WITH the NRA Pistol Instructor Course, the dates are above.



What is the required gear list for the classroom?

Pen, pencil, highlighter, and a notebook. Wear appropriate attire, NO sandals or open toed shoes, NO shorts, NO Sweatpants.



What is the required gear list for the shooting range?

200 rounds, a pistol registered under your name, eye & ear protection.

If you do not own a firearm, you may rent one at the range. You may also buy the required ammunition at the range.



What happens if I can not attend?

You can reschedule for the next NRA Instructor course.



Refund Policy

All of our classes/packages, and courses are final, no cancellations allowed, and no refunds issued once enrolled in any course(s), class(es), or any of our training programs. If you can not attend on your scheduled date, you can attend at another date or transfer course to another person.









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