Shotgun Instructor
Course Hours: 40.0 Hours
Course Description
This course is designed to develop qualified shotgun instructors who can manage and conduct shotgun training programs. The Officer will be trained in shotgun techniques, equipment, and accessories, and will participate in various shooting drills such as shooting while moving, multiple target engagement, transition from shotgun to secondary weapon, malfunction drills, and a variety of other shooting problems. Subject matter will include: shotguns and their nomenclature, ballistics, capabilities and limitations, shooting positions, fundamentals, instructor liability, safety, and range operation.
Prerequisites
Must be a certified and sworn Law Enforcement officer. Must be a certified P.O.S.T. Firearms Instructor. On the first day of class, students will be required to produce a copy of their Firearms Instructor certificate.
Who Should Attend
Any certified and sworn law enforcement officer that is also a certified P.O.S.T. Firearms Instructor.
Special Notes
Officers should bring a 12 gauge pump action or semi-automatic shotgun equipped with a sling, shell carriers, duty belt with retention holster, service weapon, three (3) magazines, eye protection, hearing protection and hat with a brim.
| Start Date | End Date | Location (Hover for more information) | Time | Course Number | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26/2019 | 08/30/2019 | GPSTC, FORSYTH | 08:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. | TBA | Coming Soon |
| 01/27/2020 | 01/31/2020 | GPSTC, FORSYTH | 08:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m. | TBA | Coming Soon |