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NRA Personal Protection in the Home Course

This course will teach you how to defend yourself and your loved ones in your home. Check the EVENTS page to see if a PPITH course is scheduled. See the syllabus below.(Note: You must complete the NRA Basic Pistol Course prior to signing up for this course).

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  NRA Basic Personal Protection in the Home Course Syllabus

Classroom Location: Norton, Virginia 24273
Course Goal: To develop  the knowledge, skills, and attitude essential to the safe and efficient use of a handgun for protection of self and family, and to provide information  on the law-abiding citizen’s right to self-defense.
Course Length:  8 hours (The course length may vary depending on the instructor to student ratio and the participants abilities. Class will be held over a three day period. (6:00 - 9:00 PM on day one and from 9:00am-3:00pm on day two for the shooting exercise)
Pre-requisites: Complete the Level I Basic Pistol Course

Curriculum:
LESSON I: Introduction to Defensive Shooting
•       Explain the importance of using a firearm responsibly and ethically for personal protection
•       Explain the importance of developing the proper mindset for using a firearm for personal protection and facing a life-threatening encounter
•       Explain and evaluate the four levels of mental awareness
•       Explain the importance of mental preparation and physical training for a potentially life-threatening confrontation
LESSON II: Basic Defensive Handgun Skills
•       Explain and demonstrate the fundamentals of defensive marksmanship
•       Explain defensive accuracy
•       Shoot targets in the center of mass using aimed shots from a two-handed standing position
•       Explain the difference between cover and concealment, and identify examples of each
•       Shoot targets in the center of mass
Ø  Using a flash sight picture
Ø  Using cover and concealment
Ø  From a kneeling position
Ø  At close range using point shooting

LESSON III: Firearms and the Law: Possession, Ownership, and the Use of Deadly Force
•       Explain key provisions of the law pertaining to the purchase, transfer, and possession of handguns
•       State key provisions and restrictions within the law pertaining to the use of deadly force
•       Explain potential criminal and civil actions that may be taken against them subsequent to a defensive encounter
•       Explain where one may find detailed legal information for their specific jurisdiction
LESSON IV: Strategies for Home Safety and Responding to a Violent Confrontation
•       Explain strategies and methods to enhance ones personal safety at home
•       Describe strategies for responding to a potentially life-threatening encounter
•       Explain the importance of mentally preparing for the aftermath of a violent confrontation
•       Explain methods for safely storing a personal protection handgun
LESSON V: Selecting a Handgun for Self-Defense
•       Identify the criteria for selecting a handgun and ammunition suited to their individual self-defense needs
•       Identify the major cartridge designs available for practice and personal protection and explain the use, advantages, and disadvantages of each type
LESSON VI: Sport Shooting Activities and Training Opportunities
·         Identify organizations, associations, clubs, and businesses that may help one hone, enhance, and expand their personal protection skills
·         Explain methods and precautions for dry-fire practice
LESSON VII: Review and Examination
·         Successfully complete NRA Personal Protection in the Home Course Written Exam (25 questions)

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