USCCA: Certified Basic Handgun
ONE LONG (9-10 hours) DAY – $125
SPECIAL NOTE: This course qualifies for the training requirement to receive a concealed carry permit in the following states: CT, FL, ID, IL, IA, KS, MI, MN, NE, NM, OH, OK, SC, TX, UT, WI. You must notify the instructor well in advance of the class so that he/she has time to prepare the material specific to your state.

What You Will Learn
I: Self-defense Firearm Basics
You will learn:
- Universal safety rules
- Clearing a semi-automatic
- Clearing a revolver
- Defining a gun’s action
- Understanding revolvers
- Understanding semi-automatics
- Modern, striker- red handguns
- Understanding magazines
- Selecting a handgun
- Pro’s and con’s of handgun choices
- Ammunition components
- Is caliber all that matters?
- Other measurements
- Ammunition care and storage
- Common ammunition malfunctions
- Clearing semi-auto malfunctions
- Other use of force options
II: Defensive Shooting Fundamentals
You will be able to understand/perform:
- Defensive shooting versus marksmanship
- Proper grip
- Shooting platform
- Aligning the muzzle to the target
- Unsighted fire (point shooting)
- Flash sight picture
- Sighted fire
- Trigger control
- Rubber band exercise
VI: Gear and Gadgets
You will learn about:
- Holster retention
- Hip holsters
- Paddle holsters
- Pocket holsters
- Inside the waistband holsters
- Non-traditional holster styles
- Belts
- Tactical flashlights
- Mounted lights
- Considering a laser sight
- Guns safes and storage
VII: Basic and Advanced Drills
You will learn about :
- Creating a training program
- Dry firing
- Fundamental drill discussion
- Discussion of what’s next
What You Will Receive

