Overview

The NRA Basic Shotgun Instructor Course prepares experienced shotgun shooters to teach the knowledge, skills, and attitude required for safe and effective shotgun use. This course follows NRA Instructor Led Training (ILT) standards and covers safety, gun handling, marksmanship fundamentals, shooting positions, practical exercises, cleaning, storage, and an introduction to shotgun sports. Students learn how to present this material clearly and confidently so they can train others to operate shotguns safely and responsibly.

The NRA Instructor Training Courses consists of two parts:
Part one: Basic Instructor Training (Must be current within two-years.)
Part two: The specific discipline training e.g. CRSO, Rifle, Pistol, Home Firearms Safety, etc.

Read the Instructor Training page at www.P3TC.com/for-instructors.

Completing this course will help you:

• •  NRA policies and procedures
  • Basic public speaking skills.
  • Training methodology
  • Use of a training team and training aids
  • Planning and organizing a course
  • Building a budget
  • Preparing to teach
  • How to conduct NRA Basic Courses and uphold the quality and integrity of national firearm safety and training standards established by NRA
  • Promote firearm safety and the shooting sports
  • Report training data to NRA

Who is the course for?

This course is designed for experienced shotgun shooters who want to become certified NRA instructors and teach others safe, responsible, and effective shotgun use. It’s ideal for those who already have solid shooting fundamentals and wish to advance into a professional training role.