
{"id":1078,"date":"2024-10-14T18:11:05","date_gmt":"2024-10-14T18:11:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/ppl\/?page_id=1078"},"modified":"2024-10-29T14:39:44","modified_gmt":"2024-10-29T14:39:44","slug":"firearm-safety-training","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/ppl\/classes-schedules\/firearm-safety-training\/","title":{"rendered":"Firearm &amp; Safety Training"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-columns gb-layout-columns-2 gb-2-col-wideright\"><div class=\"gb-layout-column-wrap gb-block-layout-column-gap-2 gb-is-responsive-column\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-column gb-block-layout-column\"><div class=\"gb-block-layout-column-inner\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"657\" src=\"https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/ppl\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/10\/firarm-12-1024x657.jpg\" alt=\"Firearm safety, loading a gun\" class=\"wp-image-1100\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/ppl\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/10\/firarm-12-1024x657.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/ppl\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/10\/firarm-12-300x193.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/ppl\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/10\/firarm-12-768x493.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/ppl\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/10\/firarm-12.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"649\" src=\"https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/ppl\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/10\/firarm-09-1024x649.jpg\" alt=\"Student firing a gun at a target at the firing range\" class=\"wp-image-1097\" 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class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-column gb-block-layout-column\"><div class=\"gb-block-layout-column-inner\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Firearm &amp; Safety Training for Citizens<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Firearm &amp; Safety Training for Citizens<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We offer quality, professional instruction for students of all backgrounds and experience levels. Beginners will feel comfortable in our introduction classes, and experienced shooters will feel challenged in our Precision Shooting class. We offer Concealed Pistol License classes for those seeking to enhance their firearms knowledge or obtain their CPL for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our Instructors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All beginner classes have a 2:1 student to instructor ratio to ensure you receive the individual attention you need to feel confident on the range. Our instructors are state certified law enforcement firearms instructors and are currently training officers and police academy recruits, in addition to their time instructing citizens in safe firearm handling and self-defense techniques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our Facilities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Schoolcraft College is proud to offer state-of-the-art training facilities and simulators in a controlled and safe environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Our 20-bay gun range offers targets up to 25 yards.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Our firearms training simulator features a 300-degree immersive training environment with high-definition screens and surround sound.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Our training room offers 4500 square feet of space to use in self-defense training.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn more about our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/in-service-training\/law-enforcement-training\/leis-training-facilities\/\">Training Facilities<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"color:#ddd\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-spacer gb-block-spacer gb-divider-solid gb-spacer-divider gb-divider-size-1\"><hr style=\"height:58px\"\/><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">View Our Classes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"cta-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/my.schoolcraft.edu\/ppl\/course-schedules\/99\">View all Firearm &amp; Safety Training Classes<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"color:#ddd\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-spacer gb-block-spacer gb-divider-solid gb-spacer-divider gb-divider-size-1\"><hr style=\"height:60px\"\/><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Class Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-accordion gb-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"gb-accordion-title\">What class is right for me?<\/summary><div class=\"gb-accordion-text\">\n<p>For students without any previous firearm handling experience, we suggest our Introduction to Handgun &amp; Pistol class. If students would like to progress through a series of classes to build their skill level, we suggest the following order:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>CES&nbsp;&nbsp; 0999&nbsp; &#8211; Introduction to Handgun &amp; Pistol Handling<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CES2 0050 &#8211; Precision Shooting for Handgun &amp; Pistol<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CES2 0014 &#8211; Firearms Training for Concealed Pistol License<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CES &nbsp;&nbsp;0864 &#8211; Refresher for CPL<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Other classes to take at any time, in any order:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>CES2 0016 &#8211; Introduction to Firearm Training Simulator<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CES2 0015 &#8211; Cleaning &amp; Storing Your Firearm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CES2 0126 \u2013 Self Defense<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CES2 0114 \u2013 Self-Defense: Personal Safety Training for Women<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CES2 0113 \u2013 Self-Defense: Armed Assailant Training<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-accordion gb-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"gb-accordion-title\">Where are firearm &amp; safety training classes held?<\/summary><div class=\"gb-accordion-text\">\n<p>All firearm &amp; safety training classes take place in the Firearms Training Center which is located at the Public Safety Training Complex (PSTC) at 31623 Industrial Drive, Livonia, 48150. View <a href=\"https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/location-and-maps\">PSTC map<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-accordion gb-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"gb-accordion-title\">Is there a waitlist for firearm &amp; safety training classes?<\/summary><div class=\"gb-accordion-text\">\n<p>Unfortunately, due to the large number of classes that we handle in any given semester, we are unable to keep a waitlist. We suggest that you continually check our website for class additions and\/or changes in enrollment.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-accordion gb-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"gb-accordion-title\">What are the age requirements?<\/summary><div class=\"gb-accordion-text\">\n<p>Students must be 18 years or older. For all CPL classes, students must be 21 years or older as required by law in the state of Michigan to possess a CPL.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:32px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Firearm Use<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-accordion gb-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"gb-accordion-title\">Do I need to have experience with a firearm to take a class?<\/summary><div class=\"gb-accordion-text\">\n<p>No. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/my.schoolcraft.edu\/ppl\/course-schedules\/course\/CES-0999\">Introduction to Handgun &amp; Pistol Handling<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/my.schoolcraft.edu\/ppl\/course-schedules\/course\/CES2-0016\">Introduction to Firearm Handing Simulator<\/a> classes are great for beginners. Our self-defense classes do not use firearms.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-accordion gb-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"gb-accordion-title\">Can I bring my own firearm?<\/summary><div class=\"gb-accordion-text\">\n<p>Yes, students can bring their own firearm. It must be a reliable, unloaded handgun in case, with a caliber of .22 or above (but not larger than a .45 caliber). All weapons will be inspected on the firing range.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-accordion gb-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"gb-accordion-title\">Can I rent a firearm?<\/summary><div class=\"gb-accordion-text\">\n<p>Limited firearms are available for use during class. There is no rental fee.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-accordion gb-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"gb-accordion-title\">Can I use more than one firearm during the class?<\/summary><div class=\"gb-accordion-text\">\n<p>This is up to the instructor\u2019s discretion.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-accordion gb-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"gb-accordion-title\">I am taking this class with a friend. Can we share a firearm?<\/summary><div class=\"gb-accordion-text\">\n<p>Yes.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:32px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ammunition and Equipment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-accordion gb-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"gb-accordion-title\">How much ammunition will I need for my class?<\/summary><div class=\"gb-accordion-text\">\n<p>Ammunition needs vary depending upon class. Please refer to individual class descriptions for ammunition requirements. If using a pistol, you will need one extra magazine in addition to the specified amount of ammunition. Students must bring their own ammunition to class.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-accordion gb-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"gb-accordion-title\">What should I bring to my firing range class?<\/summary><div class=\"gb-accordion-text\">\n<p>Please wear a long sleeve shirt, full-length pants, baseball-style cap, and closed-toe shoes. Please bring or rent from Schoolcraft College a reliable, unloaded handgun, and ear and shatter resistant eye protection.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:32px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Firing Range &amp; Simulators<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-accordion gb-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"gb-accordion-title\">Do all classes use the firing range?<\/summary><div class=\"gb-accordion-text\">\n<p>No. Introduction to Firearms Training Simulator, Cleaning &amp; Storing Your Firearm, and self-defense classes do not use the range and no previous firearm experience is required.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-accordion gb-block-accordion\"><details><summary class=\"gb-accordion-title\">What is the Firearm Training Simulator?<\/summary><div class=\"gb-accordion-text\">\n<p>The Firearms virtual training simulator provides a 300-degree immersive training environment with high-definition and surround sound. Imagery is projected on five screens to provide a true-to-life experience that creates heightened awareness in a training environment. 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