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Pistol Instructor

  • Agency selects course/training required; should attending members meet prerequisites
  • Agency will download the QF135 Course Registration Form by clicking on the register now tab
  • Download the enrollment form and save as the following: Name of agency, name of applicant, name of course and date
  • Agency completes the Course Registration Form (with as much information as possible) and email a completed copy to the APA In-Service Mail Box found at apainservicetraining@hollandcollege.com
  • Email and attach the completed form using the same name of agency, name of applicant, name of course and date as the subject line. This will allow for quick and streamlined processing of the application
  • Agency will be provided with a follow-up email advising of the result of their attendance
  • Should a member be selected for training, the member will be provided with joining instructions to assist with their enrollment

Price:
$1,200

Date:
June 9 - 13, 2025

Course Length:
5 Days

Course is currently full:
This course is currently full and not accepting applications

Future Course Dates:
June 9 - 13, 2025
June 8 - 12, 2026

Course registration will only be open during the course calendar year.

Course Description

Candidates will be provided with the knowledge and skills necessary to proficiently organize and competently conduct Pistol training qualifications, as well as provide instruction that will assist other officers with their weapon manipulation and safe handling skills. Students will learn policies and procedures regarding the safe and effective operation of a range, including range briefings. The candidate will also be instructed on levels of training, instructional techniques, lesson plan development, course of fire design, as well as, coaching, scoring and correcting shooting errors.

Course Prerequisites

  • Current armed sworn peace officer in good standing of law enforcement/ public safety agency
  • Be supported by immediate supervisor and or chief of service 
  • Fulfilled all use of force requirements set out by area Police Service Act 

Note: Agencies are required to bring their own service weapon and ammunition, anticipating firing in excess of 1,000 pistol rounds.  Agencies unable to provide their own ammunition may purchase it from the academy. For pricing details, please email apainservicetraining@hollandcollege.com. Joining instructions and course outline will be provided upon enrollment.

Additional Information

Grade Scheme: Pass/Fail
Course Value:  
Certificate Expiry:  
Modality: Classroom Lecture, Live Fire Range
Location: Atlantic Police Academy