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Since 1871, a major objective of the National Rifle Association has been to provide training in the safe and proper use of firearms. Today, that objective is being fulfilled through the NRA Basic Firearm Training Program. There are twelve different basic courses in this program being taught throughout the nation by NRA Certified Instructors and Chief Range Safety Officers. Instructors provide an invaluable service in their respective communities by training close to one million individuals annually, as firearm and shooting activities expand, so too grows the need for these courses. You can be the vital element in meeting this need by becoming an NRA Certified Instructor or Chief Range Safety Officer and conducting NRA Basic Firearm Training Courses.
As an instructor, you can experience the personal satisfaction of teaching others the basics, the knowledge, skills and attitudes that will lead to a lifetime of safe, enjoyable and successful involvement in firearm and shooting activities. The NRA is looking for instructors who enjoy working with people, want to share their firearms knowledge and skills with others, and are willing to make a commitment to teach NRA Basic Training Courses in their communities at least once a year.
What is the goal of an NRA Instructor Training Course ?
"To develop NRA Certified Instructors who possess the knowledge, skills and attitude necessary to organize and conduct NRA Basic Firearms Training Courses."
What is involved in becoming an NRA Certified Instructor ?
You must possess and demonstrate at a required pre-course assessment, a solid background in firearm safety and shooting skills acquired through previous firearm training (such as completion of an NRA Basic Firearm Training Course) and previous shooting and/or reloading experience. Also, there is a required pre-course assessment consisting of marksmanship, safe gun handling, specific knowledge of firearms for the discipline sought and a short questionnaire about yourself and your shooting experience.
Part One: Basic Instructor Training, a prerequisite for all instructor disciplines and Chief Range Safety Officer training. Instructor candidates are required to attend "Basic Instructor Training" (BIT) only one time. BIT must be successfully completed BEFORE any of the discipline specific training offered.
Part Two: The discipline specific training offered, (rifle, pistol, shotgun, personal protection etc.). Cost depends on ratings sought.
You must also meet the following age requirements:
Certified Instructor - 21 years of age or older.
Assistant Instructor - 18 years of age or older.
Apprentice Instructor - 13 - 17 years of age.
You must satisfactorily complete an NRA Instructor Training Course for the area of specialization you wish to teach (e.g., Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun, Muzzleloading), receive the endorsement of the NRA Training Counselor in charge, successfully complete the appropriate NRA instructor examination. Then finally, submit an application and appropriate (modest) fee to the National Rifle Association.
Membership in the National Rifle Association is strongly recommended, but not required for an NRA Certified Instructor.
These NRA Instructor certifications are available:
Home Firearm Safety Instructor
Pistol Instructor
Rifle Instructor
Shotgun Instructor
Personal Protection In The Home Instructor
Notes: A Personal Protection in the Home instructor candidate MUST have successfully completed NRA Pistol instructor training or already be certified as an NRA Pistol Instructor.
Personal Protection Outside The Home Instructor
A Personal Protection Outside the Home instructor candidate MUST have successfully completed NRA Personal Protection in the Home instructor training or already be certified as an NRA Personal Protection in the Home instructor.
Metallic Cartridge Reloading Instructor
Shotgun Shell Reloading Instructor
Chief Range Safety Officer
Muzzleloading Pistol Instructor
Muzzleloading Rifle Instructor
Muzzleloading Shotgun Instructor
The National Rifle Association (NRA) and The National Muzzleloading Rifle Association (NMLRA) have cooperatively developed these muzzleloading training courses. Visit the NMLRA at their website.
You may also contact the National Rifle Association (NRA) and ask for help finding a NRA Training Counselor (instructor trainer) in your area.
Training Department, National Rifle Association
11250 Waples Mill Road
Fairfax, VA 22030
Toll free phone. (800) 672-3888 You may also call the NRA Training Department (703) 267-1430
Please also see the NRA Education and Training website
Click this link to view NRA's National Training schedule
