LEO Firearms Instructor is an all-encompassing Firearms Instructor Certification course.   This class is recognized by PA MPOETC as a primary course to certify Firearms Instructors within the State of Pennsylvania to conduct mandated qualifications at their agencies.  This fast paced curicullum will cover all aspects of becoming a successful Firearms Instructor.  Officers will be required to pass multiple phases of evaluation with all three weapons systems.  At the completion of this course, participants will be well versed in: understand the functions/roles of the FI, methods of learning, range controls, safety management, conducting mandated qualifications, building data-driven, relevant performance programs, baseline performance testing, goal setting, coaching all levels of skill, COF design, diagnose and correct common performance issues, posses a complete understanding of all common LEO weapons systems & operations, incorporate firearms programs into other areas of LEO Use of Force, and training documention.  

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This is an Instructor Certification course and prospective instructors should possess above average shooting skills.  To obtain an instructor certificatioon in this course participants MUST complete all blocks of instruction and pass ALL evaluations.  Any officer who fails to complete a block or does not pass the written, practical (teaching) or shooting evaluations will not receive an Instructor rating.  Officers that fail to meet standard will be issues a Certificate of Completion for Advanced LEO Firearms but will NOT be certified Instructors.  Certification will be valid for a period of 5 years from completion of the course.  Instructors can re-certify in 5 year blocks by completing 40 hours of continued engagement.  Courses, seminars or other approved events attended OR training conducted for your own agency can count towards this requirement.  

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Course Schedule:  Classes will run approximately 0800-1700 with the exception of the night shoot.  That day, typically Wednesday, will be a modified schedule to 2200 at the latest.  Full details will be included with each course listing.