Personalized Concealed Carry & Home Defense

Description

This is a 8-10 hour, course teaches the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude essential to the safe and efficient use of a handgun for protection of self and family, and to provide information on the law-abiding individual’s right to self-defense. This course is taught by a USCCA and/or NRA certified instructor.

You must complete entire course to receive a certificate of completion to qualify for the Michigan Concealed Pistol License.


Introduction
- Registration
- Introductions
- Why do you own a firearm
- Why did you purchase your last firearm?
- Why do you want to carry a concealed firearm?
- Crime Statistics

Chapter 1: Developing A Personal & Home Protection Plan
- Violent crimes in the United States
- Why Conflict Avoidance is so important
- Situation Awareness
- Color Codes of Awareness
- Action Versus Reaction
- Observing Our Environment
- Planning for Home Security
- Mental Exercises
- How a Concealed Carry Permit Fits

Chapter 2: Self-Defense Firearm Basic
- Four Universal Safety Rules
- Properly Clearing Semi-Automatic and Revolvers
- Additional Safety Considerations
- Double Action vs. Single Action
- Detailed Revolver & Semi-Automatic Explained
- Handgun Sizes and Weights
- Pros & Cons of Different Handguns
- Ammunition and Ballistic Basics
- Ammunition and Handgun Malfunctions
- Introduction to Home Defense Shotguns and AR15
- Taser and Pepper Spray

Chapter3: Shooting Fundamental
- Muscle Memory Explained
- Proper Grip
- Stance “ Shooting Platform”
- Point Shooting
- Flash Site Picture
- Sighted Fire
- Trigger Control


Chapter 4: The Legal Use Of Force
- Reviewing the Legal Definitions of Reasonable & Deadly Force
- Understanding The Use of Force Continuum
- Justifying the Use Of Force
- How Defense In and Out Of The Home Differs
- Defending Property

Chapter 4a: Michigan Firearm Law
- Test your Knowledge of Michigan Concealed Carry Law
- Training Required
- Applying For Permit
- Process for Approvals and Denials
- Requirement for Displaying CPL
- Where Carry is Banned or Restricted
- Federal Law Statutes

Chapter 5: Violent Encounters & Their Aftermath
- Understanding Fight or Flight
- Reactions Associated with Extreme Stress
- Issuing Commands and Options
- When There Are No Other Options
- When Right to Use Deadly Force Ends
- The Immediate Aftermath
- Dealing With Police

Chapter 6: Gear And Gadgets
- Explaining Holster Retention
- Holster Types
- Tactical lights
- Gun Safes and Storage

Chapter 7: Basic and Advanced Skills
- Muscle Memory Revisited
- Dry Fire Exercises
- Instructor Range Exercises
- Drawing for Holster
- Flashlight Hold Options
- Getting Family Involved in Shooting Sports
- Pre-Range Procedures and Etiquette
- Student Quiz

Range: (3 hours)
Range Qualification: For Initial Students & Renewal Michigan CPL
- Must Show Safe Range Etiquette and Gun Handling Skills
- Qualify to Michigan Concealed Carry Licensing Standards
- Bring Eye and Ear Protection (also available at range)
- Bring Handgun and 100 Rounds of Approved Ammo
o Rentals are available for $20

Certificate of Completion awarded upon successful completion of all requirements.

Types

Concealed Carry Training, NRA Courses, USCCA Courses

Documentation Requirements

The instructor requires a copy of your Government Issued ID once you register.

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