This course is intended for experienced shooters who already demonstrate safe gun handling and basic marksmanship skills. Students must be law abiding adult citizens, as defined by applicable federal, state, and local laws, and must be legally permitted to possess firearms. Prior formal training or qualifying experience is required to ensure students can fully benefit from the course content.

Participants must meet one or more of the following requirements:● NRA Basic Pistol Course completion● Prior military service, law enforcement, or security experience● NRA FIRST Steps Course Certificate● NRA competitive pistol qualification card● Military DD 214 with pistol qualification● Successful completion of a pre course assessment
These prerequisites reflect NRA standards for the course and ensure a safe, productive learning environment.

During this expanded 10 hour course, students will receive in-depth instruction covering:
● Fundamental defensive shooting principles applicable to home protection● Strategies for personal and family safety within the home, including awareness and response considerations● Firearms and the law, with an emphasis on the legal aspects of self-defense and responsible firearm use● Handgun selection considerations for home defense● Mindset, ethics, and responsibility associated with defensive firearm ownership● Opportunities for continued skill development and training pathways beyond this course
Live fire exercises reinforce classroom concepts, allowing students to apply defensive fundamentals in a structured, safety focused range environment. Students should expect to fire approximately 150 rounds of ammunition during the course, reflecting the extended training time offered in this program (NRA minimum round counts are typically lower; this course provides additional practice).

Students are responsible for bringing the following equipment to class:● Valid pistol license● Handgun (pistol) in safe working condition● 150 rounds of ammunition● Strong side hip holster● Two magazines and speed loader● Eye and ear protection● Hat● Closed toe shoes
All equipment must be safe, functional, and suitable for range use. Students are expected to follow all safety rules at all times.

Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive official NRA training materials, including:● NRA Guide to the Basics of Personal Protection In The Home handbook● NRA Gun Safety Rules brochure● Winchester/NRA Marksmanship Qualification booklet● NRA Course Completion Certificate
These materials support continued learning and skill development beyond the classroom.

The NRA Basic Personal Protection In The Home course provides experienced shooters with structured, responsible training focused on safety, legality, and preparedness. Students leave with a clearer understanding of their responsibilities as armed citizens and the principles involved in protecting themselves and their families within the home.