NRA Basic CCW

This course teaches the knowledge, skills, and attitude to carry and use a concealed pistol ethically, responsibly and with confidence. The NRA CCW Course will focus on the techniques needed to develop a defensive mindset. As a result of participating in this course, the student will be able to explain and demonstrate the following: how to apply the NRA Rules for Safe Gun Handling when carrying a concealed firearm; basic principles of concealment; the difference between cover and concealment; drawing from the holster; levels of mental awareness; developing the proper mindset when using a pistol for personal protection; clearing common stoppages; use of pocket pistols; and more. Students will receive the NRA Guide to the Basics Pistol Shooting and the Basics Of Personal Protection Outside The Home handbooks, take a Basics of CCW, pass a scored shooting qualification, and receive a course completion certificate.