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LEAD Firearms Instructor Certification<\/h1>\n

Advanced instructor development \u2022 multi-platform \u2022 modern adult teaching \u2022 scenario-based drills<\/p>\n

Duration: 7 days \/ 70+ hours<\/div>\n
Multi-platform: handgun \u2022 carbine \u2022 rifle \u2022 SMG \u2022 MG<\/div>\n
Clinics: Low-Light \u2022 Precision Rifle \u2022 Suppressors \u2022 AR Accessories<\/div>\n

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WHEN<\/div>\n
SEP 27 – OCT 03, 2026, 8:00 AM\u20135:00 PM daily<\/div>\n
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.38 America, 1155 County Road 113 \u2014 Whitesboro, TX<\/div>\n
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Course Overview<\/h3>\n

In the Lead Firearms Instructor Certification<\/strong> course the Instructor will develop and be tested on several new skills on topics such as: modern adult teaching techniques, multiple weapon platforms (revolvers, shotguns, carbines, pistols, precision rifles, submachine guns and machine guns), state-of-the-art equipment such as NVGs and Thermal Optics, as well as being exposed to\u2014and setting up\u2014advanced scenario drills.
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\nPrerequisites:<\/strong> Completion of Firearms Instructor Certification<\/em>.
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  • Revision: Shooting Fundamentals<\/strong> \u2014 Handguns; Carbines; Rifles; Submachineguns; Machineguns.<\/li>\n
  • Force on Force \/ Scenarios<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Concealed Carry Clinic<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Low Light Clinic<\/strong> (white light \/ NVG integration basics)<\/li>\n
  • Precision Rifle Clinic<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Machineguns Clinic<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Suppressors Clinic<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • AR Platform Accessories Clinic<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Legal \/ Public Safety Clinic<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Shooting on the Move<\/strong> + Shooting from Cover<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Communication<\/strong> (range commands, team flow, safety)<\/li>\n
  • Modern Adult Teaching Techniques<\/strong> (coaching, scaffolding, assessment)<\/li>\n
  • How to identify, praise and correct properly<\/strong> students across all levels<\/li>\n
  • Theory and Practice Tests<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    • Plan, brief, run, and debrief multi-weapon range days with clear performance metrics.<\/li>\n
    • Design force-on-force<\/em> and low-light evolutions with structured safety controls.<\/li>\n
    • Coach shooters effectively across beginner \u2192 professional levels using adult-learning principles.<\/li>\n
    • Implement corrective strategies that build skill without killing confidence.<\/li>\n
    • Evaluate gear (holsters, lights, optics, suppressors) and integrate platform-specific clinics.<\/li>\n
    • Author and administer written and practical evaluations aligned to course goals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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      1. Safety brief, medical plan, comms & range SOPs.<\/li>\n
      2. Fundamentals tune-up (platform of the day) + standards.<\/li>\n
      3. Clinic blocks (e.g., Low-Light \/ CCW \/ Precision \/ AR accessories).<\/li>\n
      4. Scenario builds: cover, movement, comms, decision-making.<\/li>\n
      5. Instructor practicums (students run blocks with peer eval).<\/li>\n
      6. Debrief & assignments (lesson plans, eval prep).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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        Required Gear<\/h3>\n
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        • Primary handgun + quality holster (no Serpa\/unsafe designs), 3+ mags & pouches<\/li>\n
        • Carbine\/rifle w\/ sling (where applicable), mags & support gear<\/li>\n
        • Eye\/ear protection (electronic ear pro recommended)<\/li>\n
        • Handheld or weapon-mounted light (for Low-Light clinic)<\/li>\n
        • Season-appropriate range clothing; knee\/elbow pads recommended<\/li>\n
        • Notepad, markers, shot timer (if available)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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          Admin & Notes<\/h3>\n
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          • Physically demanding\u2014train within your limits; hydrate.<\/li>\n
          • Ammunition can be purchased on site (subject to availability).<\/li>\n
          • Snacks & beverages included; lunch break daily.<\/li>\n
          • Successful completion requires passing theory & practical tests.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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            \n[vc_column_text]Active firearms instructors, unit trainers, range officers, or experienced shooters preparing to teach at agency, academy, or club level.[\/vc_column_text]
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            \n[vc_column_text]LEAD builds on our Firearms Instructor Certification. If you have equivalent credentials, email us for a waiver review: info@38america.com.[\/vc_column_text]
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            \n[vc_column_text]Graduates receive a LEAD certificate upon passing both theory and practical assessments.[\/vc_column_text]
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            Full Syllabus Text (as provided)<\/h3>\n

            In the Lead Firearms Instructor Certification course the Instructor will develop and be tested on several new skills on topics such as: modern adult teaching techniques, multiple weapon platforms (revolvers, shotguns, carbines, pistols, precision rifles, submachine guns and machine guns), state-of-the-art equipment such as NVGs and Thermal Optics as well as being exposed to and setting up advanced scenario drills.<\/p>\n

            Prerequisites:<\/strong> Completion of Firearms Instructor Certification<\/p>\n

            Topics<\/strong>
            \nRevision: Shooting Fundamentals: Handguns; Carbines; Rifles; Submachineguns; Machineguns.
            \nForce on Foce \/ Scenarios;
            \nConcealed Carry Clinic;
            \nLow Light Clinic;
            \nPrecision Rifle Clinic;
            \nMachineguns Clinic;
            \nSuppressors Clinic;
            \nAR Platform Accessories Clinic;
            \nLegal \/ Public Safety Clinic;
            \nShooting on the Move;
            \nShooting from Cover;
            \nCommunication;
            \nHow to identify, praise and correct properly a student from all different technical levels;
            \nModern Adult Teaching Techniques;
            \nTheory and Practice Tests.
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