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NRA Instructor Training Program
Pre-Course Questionnaire

NRA Instructor Training Program
Pre-Course Assessment - Personal Protection

NRA Instructor Training Program
Pre-Course Assessment - Pistol

NRA Instructor Training Program
Pre-Course Assessment - Rifle

NRA Instructor Training Program
Pre-Course Assessment - Shotgun

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Tom Steele: email: steele4snow@yahoo.com
Tele: (612) 221-2100

Dave Schneider: email dj@djschneider.com
Tele: (952) 934-4667 

Learn To Shoot Safely And Correctly. NRA Has A Course Near You!

Whether you are interested in recreational shooting, competition, hunting, gun collecting, historical reenactment, home safety, or personal protection -- the basics are where to start! NRA Basic Firearm Training Courses teach you the safety principles and help you develop the knowledge, skills, and attitude that are needed to successfully pursue your shooting interests.

Since 1871, one of NRA's major objectives has been to provide basic training in the safe and proper use of firearms. Today, more than 50,000 NRA Certified Instructors throughout the United States continue this fine tradition of public service by conducting NRA Basic Firearm Training Courses. Courses are offered in the following disciplines:

What will you learn in an NRA basic course?
Using the NRA training method of Total Participant Involvement, basic courses provide hands on learning opportunities in the following areas:

safe firearm handling

• firearm parts and operation
• ammunition and its function
• shooting fundamentals and an opportunity to develop them on the range
• how to select, clean and store a firearm
• review of various activities available to help participants develop and improve their shooting skills

Attractive certificates are awarded to participants who successfully complete each basic course.

NRA's FIRST STEPS Program
FIRST (Firearm Instruction, Responsibility and Safety Training) STEPS is the latest addition to the NRA's training programs for new shooters. It provides hands-on orientation to one specific rifle, pistol or shotgun model in as little as three hours, including a one-hour shooting session on a range.

When you've finished your course, not only will you have learned the basics, you will be on your way to pursuing a lifetime of shooting. By joining one of the nearly 10,000 NRA-affiliated clubs located across the U.S., you can meet people who share your interest, and make lasting friendships.

Course Descriptions:

1. Basic Instructor Training: 6 hours.
2. Basic Rifle: 14 hours.
3. FIRST STEPS Rifle: 3+ hour orientation.
4. Basic Pistol: 10 hours.
5. FIRST STEPS Pistol: 3+ hour orientation.
6. Basic Shotgun: 10 hours.
7. FIRST STEPS Shotgun: 3+ hour orientation.
8. Personal Protection in the Home: 8 hours.
9. Personal Protection Outside of the Home: 14 hours.
10. Home Firearm Safety: 4 hours.
11. Muzzleloader Training for rifle (12 hours), pistol (12 hours), or shotgun (10 hours).
12. Range Safety Officer: 9 hours.
13. Metallic Cartridge Reloading: 8 hours.
14. Shotgun Cartridge Reloading: 8 hours.

Contacts:

Tom Steele: email: steele4snow@yahoo.com
Tele: (612) 221-2100

Dave Schneider: email dj@djschneider.com
Tele: (952) 934-4667