Firearm Training and Qualification

If you are currently working security in the state of Georgia and need to qualify with your firearm under the supervision of a State Certified Firearms Instructor, simply email us to set up an appointment. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

IAEPA Firearm Basics

This course is appropriate for individuals who want to learn the basics of firearm handling and fundamentals.

This course teaches the basic knowledge, skills and attitude needed for owning and using a firearm safely. Students will learn about the firearms parts, operation, ammunition, gun safety and handling, selecting a firearm and much more.

This course also covers types of firearms (i.e., Pistols - single and double revolver actions and semi-automatic actions). This results in a much broader knowledge of the firearm type.

This is a one day course which includes range time. Textbook and course materials are provided.

Instructor: Dr. Leonard C. Holifield
NRA Certified Instructor (Pistol, Rifle & Shotgun)
State Certified Firearms Instructor - CFTR001098
Time: 9am – 5pm
Location: IAEPA Training Academy
Address: 1605 Lakes Pkwy, Lawrenceville, GA. 30043

Using the NRA training method of Total Participant Involvement, this basic course provides hands on learning opportunities in the following areas:

• Safe Firearm Handling
• Firearm Parts and Operation
• Ammunition and its Function
• Shooting Fundamentals
• Firearm Laws and Licensing
• How to Select, Clean and Store a Firearm
• Practical Live Fire on the Range (Ammunition will be provided)

Certificate Awarded after successful completion of this course.

Private and Group training available

Cost: $150.00 per person

• Basic Pistol and Firearm Fundamentals Course

If you are a beginner and new to firearms, this course will teach you the basic fundamentals of pistol shooting, safety, proper handgun operation, handling and selecting the proper handgun. Email us to set up appointment at: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

• NRA Basic Pistol, Rifle and Shotgun Courses

Certificate Courses are available for Pistol, Rifle and Shotgun instruction by certified NRA instructors. Contact us to set up an appointment for training. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

A Certificate of Training is awarded at the completion of each course above. Student is responsible to bring his/her own firearm and ammunition. Firearms will be holstered, action open and unloaded until ready to use. All firearms will be inspected by the Range Safety Officer. Student and instructor will meet at the training academy for firearm orientation training and safety briefing before heading to the range.