Course Overview

This is the official NRA student-level pistol course, delivered in an instructor-led format in the classroom and on the range. It is ideal for:

• New or returning shooters who want a structured, nationally recognized basic pistol class.

• Responsible citizens preparing for concealed carry or defensive handgun training.

• Anyone who wants to understand how pistols work, how to handle them safely, and how to hit what they’re aiming at.

You’ll learn how to safely handle a pistol, understand ammunition and malfunctions, and apply the NRA’s core marksmanship fundamentals. Classroom work is immediately reinforced on the range so you can put what you’ve learned into practice.