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SUMMARY:CSA Gateway Instructor Certification Course (Ohio)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Are you an experienced shooter who wants to teach others about basic marksmanship and firearm safety? This is the course for you! Instructor candidates will learn to develop\, organize\, and teach a basic defense-oriented pistol curriculum in the paradigm of “gateway instruction” developed by Citizens Safety Academy.[/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion style=”modern” shape=”square” color=”mulled-wine” c_icon=”chevron” active_section=”9″ no_fill=”true” collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”Course Details” tab_id=”section-course-details”][vc_column_text]\nThis course teaches experienced shooters how to design\, organize\, and conduct a gateway (entry-level) pistol shooting course.  \nThere are many instructor certification courses available\, but most suffer from at least one of three common shortcomings. First\, they often spend too much time on shooting and not enough time on teaching how to teach. Second\, they often focus on teaching intermediate-level shooters without enough attention paid to the nuances of managing a class full of brand-new\, first-time shooters. Third\, many instructor courses tend to ignore the cultural and demographic dynamics of today’s market of firearms trainees.  \nWith the recent explosion of gun purchases by urbanites\, millennials\, trauma victims\, and others who don’t fit the traditional stereotypes of gun ownership\, firearms trainers must adapt to the rapidly-evolving 21st Century market. CSA developed what we call the “gateway” instructional model in an effort to fill those gaps in the training community.  \nInstructor candidates will learn and demonstrate organizational and teaching skills via participation in practical exercises during the course (including leading a line of live-fire shooters through a course of fire). Candidates will also have to pass an instructor certification examination and a shooting qualification course of fire. The course also includes an Instructor’s Guide that participants can take home with them for future reference.  \n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/f968PvR1A8Y” el_width=”60″][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What is “gateway instruction“?” tab_id=”topics”][vc_column_text]When we say “gateway instruction\,” we mean true entry-level content\, designed for students who’ve overcome boundaries\, obstacles\, social disincentives\, or other adverse odds to learn to shoot for the first time. We have found that many “beginner” classes on the market are often weighed down by assumptions and misperceptions about what new shooters typically bring with them. These classes often take for granted that every student has the same opinion about guns\, everyone has the same understanding of gun safety\, and everyone generally understands how guns work and what they’re used for. But that’s often not the case. \nAt CSA\, we take a different approach. Gateway instruction levels the playing field by allowing all students to enter the firearms training world without any pressure to know more than they know\, or to be someone they aren’t. One of the many benefits of this teaching technique (and the reason we call it “gateway instruction”) is that it greatly increases the chances of students investing in more training and becoming members of the training community\, rather than just visitors or sightseers. 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If at an outdoor range\, weather appropriate attire\, bug spray\, snacks and water\nNotebook and pens or an electronic device (laptop/tablet) for note taking\n\nNote that you will NOT need a holster for the range exercises. We’ll send an email to all students within a week of class with more details on what to bring and what to expect.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Prerequisites” tab_id=”1628346266996-187710a0-a7dc”][vc_column_text]Instructor candidates must possess and demonstrate a solid background in firearm safety and shooting skills acquired through previous firearm training and/or previous shooting experience. Candidates will be required to demonstrate how to safely handle\, load and unload both a revolver and a semi-automatic pistol. 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URL:https://citizenssafety.com/event/csa-gateway-instructor-certification-course-ohio/
LOCATION:Mushin SST\, 10288 Amity Road\, Brookville\, OH\, 45309\, United States
CATEGORIES:CSA Classes,CSA on the Road,Custom Classes,Gateway Instructor Skills,Instructor Training,Pistol Classes
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SUMMARY:CSA Gateway Instructor Certification Course (Nashville)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Are you an experienced shooter who wants to teach others about basic marksmanship and firearm safety? This is the course for you! Instructor candidates will learn to develop\, organize\, and teach a basic defense-oriented pistol curriculum in the paradigm of “gateway instruction” developed by Citizens Safety Academy.[/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion style=”modern” shape=”square” color=”mulled-wine” c_icon=”chevron” active_section=”9″ no_fill=”true” collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”Course Details” tab_id=”section-course-details”][vc_column_text]\nThis course teaches experienced shooters how to design\, organize\, and conduct a gateway (entry-level) pistol shooting course.  \nThere are many instructor certification courses available\, but most suffer from at least one of three common shortcomings. First\, they often spend too much time on shooting and not enough time on teaching how to teach. Second\, they often focus on teaching intermediate-level shooters without enough attention paid to the nuances of managing a class full of brand-new\, first-time shooters. Third\, many instructor courses tend to ignore the cultural and demographic dynamics of today’s market of firearms trainees.  \nWith the recent explosion of gun purchases by urbanites\, millennials\, trauma victims\, and others who don’t fit the traditional stereotypes of gun ownership\, firearms trainers must adapt to the rapidly-evolving 21st Century market. CSA developed what we call the “gateway” instructional model in an effort to fill those gaps in the training community.  \nInstructor candidates will learn and demonstrate organizational and teaching skills via participation in practical exercises during the course (including leading a line of live-fire shooters through a course of fire). Candidates will also have to pass an instructor certification examination and a shooting qualification course of fire. The course also includes an Instructor’s Guide that participants can take home with them for future reference.  \n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/f968PvR1A8Y” el_width=”60″][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What is “gateway instruction“?” tab_id=”topics”][vc_column_text]When we say “gateway instruction\,” we mean true entry-level content\, designed for students who’ve overcome boundaries\, obstacles\, social disincentives\, or other adverse odds to learn to shoot for the first time. We have found that many “beginner” classes on the market are often weighed down by assumptions and misperceptions about what new shooters typically bring with them. These classes often take for granted that every student has the same opinion about guns\, everyone has the same understanding of gun safety\, and everyone generally understands how guns work and what they’re used for. But that’s often not the case. \nAt CSA\, we take a different approach. Gateway instruction levels the playing field by allowing all students to enter the firearms training world without any pressure to know more than they know\, or to be someone they aren’t. One of the many benefits of this teaching technique (and the reason we call it “gateway instruction”) is that it greatly increases the chances of students investing in more training and becoming members of the training community\, rather than just visitors or sightseers. 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URL:https://citizenssafety.com/event/csa-gateway-instructor-certification-course-nashville/
LOCATION:Top Gun\, 2770 Whitten Road\, Memphis\, TN\, 38133\, United States
CATEGORIES:CSA Classes,CSA on the Road,Custom Classes,Gateway Instructor Skills,Instructor Training,Pistol Classes
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SUMMARY:CSA Gateway Instructor Certification Course (Memphis)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Are you an experienced shooter who wants to teach others about basic marksmanship and firearm safety? This is the course for you! Instructor candidates will learn to develop\, organize\, and teach a basic defense-oriented pistol curriculum in the paradigm of “gateway instruction” developed by Citizens Safety Academy.[/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion style=”modern” shape=”square” color=”mulled-wine” c_icon=”chevron” active_section=”9″ no_fill=”true” collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”Course Details” tab_id=”section-course-details”][vc_column_text]\nThis course teaches experienced shooters how to design\, organize\, and conduct a gateway (entry-level) pistol shooting course.  \nThere are many instructor certification courses available\, but most suffer from at least one of three common shortcomings. First\, they often spend too much time on shooting and not enough time on teaching how to teach. Second\, they often focus on teaching intermediate-level shooters without enough attention paid to the nuances of managing a class full of brand-new\, first-time shooters. Third\, many instructor courses tend to ignore the cultural and demographic dynamics of today’s market of firearms trainees.  \nWith the recent explosion of gun purchases by urbanites\, millennials\, trauma victims\, and others who don’t fit the traditional stereotypes of gun ownership\, firearms trainers must adapt to the rapidly-evolving 21st Century market. CSA developed what we call the “gateway” instructional model in an effort to fill those gaps in the training community.  \nInstructor candidates will learn and demonstrate organizational and teaching skills via participation in practical exercises during the course (including leading a line of live-fire shooters through a course of fire). Candidates will also have to pass an instructor certification examination and a shooting qualification course of fire. 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Gateway instruction levels the playing field by allowing all students to enter the firearms training world without any pressure to know more than they know\, or to be someone they aren’t. One of the many benefits of this teaching technique (and the reason we call it “gateway instruction”) is that it greatly increases the chances of students investing in more training and becoming members of the training community\, rather than just visitors or sightseers. We hope to be an “on-ramp” for those who might otherwise see themselves as outsiders to the gun world.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Topics Covered” tab_id=”1628349014244-f4941925-2c89″][vc_column_text]Every class is a little different\, so we often have to make adjustments based on time and facility constraints; but our standard Gateway Instructor curriculum includes the following: \n\nAdult learning theory\nEffective communication skills / public speaking\nDepoliticizing instruction\, content\, and facilities\nDesigning and using effective training aids\nConnecting with inexperienced\, fearful\, and non-traditional students\nMaking classroom lectures interactive and engaging\nEffective use of multi-media in the modern classroom\nConcepts from the pivotal text\, “Telling Ain’t Training\,” by Keeps and Stolovitch\nClassroom management\nRange management\nTeaching basic principles of lawful defensive force\nManaging students with past trauma or emotional triggers\nEffective assessment / written examination design\nHow to control and command a firing line\nThe “Less is More” principle\nEffective range commands\nStudent-centric range exercises\nDifferentiating between skill drills and performance drills\nManaging students with physical limitations or disabilities\nTeaching both left- and right-handed students\nManaging firing lines with revolvers and semi-autos of different action types\nEffective use of assistant instructors\nSafety protocols and emergency procedures\nAnd much more!\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Equipment List” tab_id=”equipment”][vc_column_text]For this class\, you’ll need: \n\nAn open  mind\nA positive attitude\nA reliable semi-automatic handgun (9mm or larger)\nRoughly 200 rounds of ammunition (ammo usage will depend on how many times we need to shoot the 25-round qualification course and how much time we have to shoot skill drills).\nEye and ear protection\nComfortable clothing appropriate for shooting (indoor ranges can be cold)\, brimmed hat/cap\, trimmed fingernails (no high-heeled or open-toed shoes or low cut blouses) snacks and water. If at an outdoor range\, weather appropriate attire\, bug spray\, snacks and water\nNotebook and pens or an electronic device (laptop/tablet) for note taking\n\nNote that you will NOT need a holster for the range exercises. We’ll send an email to all students within a week of class with more details on what to bring and what to expect.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Prerequisites” tab_id=”1628346266996-187710a0-a7dc”][vc_column_text]Instructor candidates must possess and demonstrate a solid background in firearm safety and shooting skills acquired through previous firearm training and/or previous shooting experience. Candidates will be required to demonstrate how to safely handle\, load and unload both a revolver and a semi-automatic pistol. [/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Pics & Vids from Past GICCs” tab_id=”pics”][vc_images_carousel images=”4761\,4753\,4752\,4751\,4750\,4749\,4746\,4745\,4744″ img_size=”fullx300″ slides_per_view=”3″ autoplay=”yes” partial_view=”yes” wrap=”yes”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/6Z7Bnu6ubXk” title=”GICC Maryland”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/f968PvR1A8Y” title=”GICC Ohio”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Register Now” tab_id=”section-register-now”][vc_column_text]We look forward to seeing you in class! If you have any trouble with the embedded registration form below\, you can also register directly on our Eventbrite page (click here). 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URL:https://citizenssafety.com/event/csa-gateway-instructor-certification-course-memphis-2024/
LOCATION:Top Gun\, 2770 Whitten Road\, Memphis\, TN\, 38133\, United States
CATEGORIES:CSA Classes,CSA on the Road,Custom Classes,Gateway Instructor Skills,Instructor Training,Pistol Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Citizens Safety Academy":MAILTO:Info@CitizensSafety.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T080000
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SUMMARY:CSA Gateway Instructor Certification Course (Nashville)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Are you an experienced shooter who wants to teach others about basic marksmanship and firearm safety? This is the course for you! Instructor candidates will learn to develop\, organize\, and teach a basic defense-oriented pistol curriculum in the paradigm of “gateway instruction” developed by Citizens Safety Academy.[/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion style=”modern” shape=”square” color=”mulled-wine” c_icon=”chevron” active_section=”9″ no_fill=”true” collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”Course Details” tab_id=”section-course-details”][vc_column_text]\nThis course teaches experienced shooters how to design\, organize\, and conduct a gateway (entry-level) pistol shooting course.  \nThere are many instructor certification courses available\, but most suffer from at least one of three common shortcomings. First\, they often spend too much time on shooting and not enough time on teaching how to teach. Second\, they often focus on teaching intermediate-level shooters without enough attention paid to the nuances of managing a class full of brand-new\, first-time shooters. Third\, many instructor courses tend to ignore the cultural and demographic dynamics of today’s market of firearms trainees.  \nWith the recent explosion of gun purchases by urbanites\, millennials\, trauma victims\, and others who don’t fit the traditional stereotypes of gun ownership\, firearms trainers must adapt to the rapidly-evolving 21st Century market. CSA developed what we call the “gateway” instructional model in an effort to fill those gaps in the training community.  \nInstructor candidates will learn and demonstrate organizational and teaching skills via participation in practical exercises during the course (including leading a line of live-fire shooters through a course of fire). Candidates will also have to pass an instructor certification examination and a shooting qualification course of fire. The course also includes an Instructor’s Guide that participants can take home with them for future reference.  \n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/f968PvR1A8Y” el_width=”60″][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What is “gateway instruction“?” tab_id=”topics”][vc_column_text]When we say “gateway instruction\,” we mean true entry-level content\, designed for students who’ve overcome boundaries\, obstacles\, social disincentives\, or other adverse odds to learn to shoot for the first time. We have found that many “beginner” classes on the market are often weighed down by assumptions and misperceptions about what new shooters typically bring with them. These classes often take for granted that every student has the same opinion about guns\, everyone has the same understanding of gun safety\, and everyone generally understands how guns work and what they’re used for. But that’s often not the case. \nAt CSA\, we take a different approach. Gateway instruction levels the playing field by allowing all students to enter the firearms training world without any pressure to know more than they know\, or to be someone they aren’t. One of the many benefits of this teaching technique (and the reason we call it “gateway instruction”) is that it greatly increases the chances of students investing in more training and becoming members of the training community\, rather than just visitors or sightseers. We hope to be an “on-ramp” for those who might otherwise see themselves as outsiders to the gun world.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Topics Covered” tab_id=”1628349014244-f4941925-2c89″][vc_column_text]Every class is a little different\, so we often have to make adjustments based on time and facility constraints; but our standard Gateway Instructor curriculum includes the following: \n\nAdult learning theory\nEffective communication skills / public speaking\nDepoliticizing instruction\, content\, and facilities\nDesigning and using effective training aids\nConnecting with inexperienced\, fearful\, and non-traditional students\nMaking classroom lectures interactive and engaging\nEffective use of multi-media in the modern classroom\nConcepts from the pivotal text\, “Telling Ain’t Training\,” by Keeps and Stolovitch\nClassroom management\nRange management\nTeaching basic principles of lawful defensive force\nManaging students with past trauma or emotional triggers\nEffective assessment / written examination design\nHow to control and command a firing line\nThe “Less is More” principle\nEffective range commands\nStudent-centric range exercises\nDifferentiating between skill drills and performance drills\nManaging students with physical limitations or disabilities\nTeaching both left- and right-handed students\nManaging firing lines with revolvers and semi-autos of different action types\nEffective use of assistant instructors\nSafety protocols and emergency procedures\nAnd much more!\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Equipment List” tab_id=”equipment”][vc_column_text]For this class\, you’ll need: \n\nAn open  mind\nA positive attitude\nA reliable semi-automatic handgun (9mm or larger)\nRoughly 200 rounds of ammunition (ammo usage will depend on how many times we need to shoot the 25-round qualification course and how much time we have to shoot skill drills).\nEye and ear protection\nComfortable clothing appropriate for shooting (indoor ranges can be cold)\, brimmed hat/cap\, trimmed fingernails (no high-heeled or open-toed shoes or low cut blouses) snacks and water. If at an outdoor range\, weather appropriate attire\, bug spray\, snacks and water\nNotebook and pens or an electronic device (laptop/tablet) for note taking\n\nNote that you will NOT need a holster for the range exercises. We’ll send an email to all students within a week of class with more details on what to bring and what to expect.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Prerequisites” tab_id=”1628346266996-187710a0-a7dc”][vc_column_text]Instructor candidates must possess and demonstrate a solid background in firearm safety and shooting skills acquired through previous firearm training and/or previous shooting experience. Candidates will be required to demonstrate how to safely handle\, load and unload both a revolver and a semi-automatic pistol. 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URL:https://citizenssafety.com/event/csa-gateway-instructor-certification-course-nashville-2024/
LOCATION:Citizens Safety Academy\, 752 East Northfield Boulevard\, Murfreesboro\, TN\, 37130\, United States
CATEGORIES:CSA Classes,CSA on the Road,Custom Classes,Gateway Instructor Skills,Instructor Training,Pistol Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Citizens Safety Academy":MAILTO:Info@CitizensSafety.com
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CREATED:20230707T040304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T040304Z
UID:4899-1705132800-1705255200@citizenssafety.com
SUMMARY:CSA Gateway Instructor Certification Course (Slidell\, LA)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Are you an experienced shooter who wants to teach others about basic marksmanship and firearm safety? This is the course for you! Instructor candidates will learn to develop\, organize\, and teach a basic defense-oriented pistol curriculum in the paradigm of “gateway instruction” developed by Citizens Safety Academy.[/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion style=”modern” shape=”square” color=”mulled-wine” c_icon=”chevron” active_section=”9″ no_fill=”true” collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”Course Details” tab_id=”section-course-details”][vc_column_text]\nThis course teaches experienced shooters how to design\, organize\, and conduct a gateway (entry-level) pistol shooting course.  \nThere are many instructor certification courses available\, but most suffer from at least one of three common shortcomings. First\, they often spend too much time on shooting and not enough time on teaching how to teach. Second\, they often focus on teaching intermediate-level shooters without enough attention paid to the nuances of managing a class full of brand-new\, first-time shooters. Third\, many instructor courses tend to ignore the cultural and demographic dynamics of today’s market of firearms trainees.  \nWith the recent explosion of gun purchases by urbanites\, millennials\, trauma victims\, and others who don’t fit the traditional stereotypes of gun ownership\, firearms trainers must adapt to the rapidly-evolving 21st Century market. CSA developed what we call the “gateway” instructional model in an effort to fill those gaps in the training community.  \nInstructor candidates will learn and demonstrate organizational and teaching skills via participation in practical exercises during the course (including leading a line of live-fire shooters through a course of fire). Candidates will also have to pass an instructor certification examination and a shooting qualification course of fire. The course also includes an Instructor’s Guide that participants can take home with them for future reference.  \n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/f968PvR1A8Y” el_width=”60″][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What is “gateway instruction“?” tab_id=”topics”][vc_column_text]When we say “gateway instruction\,” we mean true entry-level content\, designed for students who’ve overcome boundaries\, obstacles\, social disincentives\, or other adverse odds to learn to shoot for the first time. We have found that many “beginner” classes on the market are often weighed down by assumptions and misperceptions about what new shooters typically bring with them. These classes often take for granted that every student has the same opinion about guns\, everyone has the same understanding of gun safety\, and everyone generally understands how guns work and what they’re used for. But that’s often not the case. \nAt CSA\, we take a different approach. Gateway instruction levels the playing field by allowing all students to enter the firearms training world without any pressure to know more than they know\, or to be someone they aren’t. One of the many benefits of this teaching technique (and the reason we call it “gateway instruction”) is that it greatly increases the chances of students investing in more training and becoming members of the training community\, rather than just visitors or sightseers. We hope to be an “on-ramp” for those who might otherwise see themselves as outsiders to the gun world.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Topics Covered” tab_id=”1628349014244-f4941925-2c89″][vc_column_text]Every class is a little different\, so we often have to make adjustments based on time and facility constraints; but our standard Gateway Instructor curriculum includes the following: \n\nAdult learning theory\nEffective communication skills / public speaking\nDepoliticizing instruction\, content\, and facilities\nDesigning and using effective training aids\nConnecting with inexperienced\, fearful\, and non-traditional students\nMaking classroom lectures interactive and engaging\nEffective use of multi-media in the modern classroom\nConcepts from the pivotal text\, “Telling Ain’t Training\,” by Keeps and Stolovitch\nClassroom management\nRange management\nTeaching basic principles of lawful defensive force\nManaging students with past trauma or emotional triggers\nEffective assessment / written examination design\nHow to control and command a firing line\nThe “Less is More” principle\nEffective range commands\nStudent-centric range exercises\nDifferentiating between skill drills and performance drills\nManaging students with physical limitations or disabilities\nTeaching both left- and right-handed students\nManaging firing lines with revolvers and semi-autos of different action types\nEffective use of assistant instructors\nSafety protocols and emergency procedures\nAnd much more!\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Equipment List” tab_id=”equipment”][vc_column_text]For this class\, you’ll need: \n\nAn open  mind\nA positive attitude\nA reliable semi-automatic handgun (9mm or larger)\nRoughly 200 rounds of ammunition (ammo usage will depend on how many times we need to shoot the 25-round qualification course and how much time we have to shoot skill drills).\nEye and ear protection\nComfortable clothing appropriate for shooting (indoor ranges can be cold)\, brimmed hat/cap\, trimmed fingernails (no high-heeled or open-toed shoes or low cut blouses) snacks and water. If at an outdoor range\, weather appropriate attire\, bug spray\, snacks and water\nNotebook and pens or an electronic device (laptop/tablet) for note taking\n\nNote that you will NOT need a holster for the range exercises. We’ll send an email to all students within a week of class with more details on what to bring and what to expect.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Prerequisites” tab_id=”1628346266996-187710a0-a7dc”][vc_column_text]Instructor candidates must possess and demonstrate a solid background in firearm safety and shooting skills acquired through previous firearm training and/or previous shooting experience. Candidates will be required to demonstrate how to safely handle\, load and unload both a revolver and a semi-automatic pistol. 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URL:https://citizenssafety.com/event/csa-gateway-instructor-certification-course-slidell-la/
LOCATION:FITS Indoor Range\, 3191 Terrance Ave Ste A\, Slidell\, LA\, 70458\, United States
CATEGORIES:CSA Classes,Custom Classes,Gateway Instructor Skills,Instructor Training,Pistol Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Citizens Safety Academy":MAILTO:Info@CitizensSafety.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231121T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214432
CREATED:20230813T110247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T171416Z
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SUMMARY:Presentation Design for Professional Trainers (Part 2)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Professional trainers! Are you making the most of your presentation slides? Many presenters are only scratching the surface. Let’s fix that! Welcome to Part 2 of our two-part webinar series on presentation design.[/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion style=”modern” shape=”square” color=”mulled-wine” c_icon=”chevron” active_section=”9″ no_fill=”true” collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”Course Description” tab_id=”course-description”][vc_column_text]\nHave you ever heard the phrase\, “death by PowerPoint”? Many professional trainers are barely scratching the surface of what presentation slide decks can do. When misused or underused\, slide decks can be a great cure for insomnia. But when used effectively\, strategically\, and creatively\, your slides can multiply the impact of your instruction and greatly increase student engagement\, comprehension\, and retention. Well made slides are also a fantastic organizational tool for instructors to stay on task and optimize their time management. If you’re curious about how you might supercharge your slide decks\, this webinar series is for you! \nThe course is conducted over two separate two-hour sessions. The course tuition covers both sessions.  \nClick here to register. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Webinar Part 1: Nuts & Bolts” tab_id=”part-one”][vc_column_text]\nTuesday\, Nov. 14\, 2023 @ 7pm to 9pm Central\n\nQuick overview of lesser-known tips and tricks for maximizing the effectiveness and engagement level of your slide decks\nIncludes how-to tutorials and design best practices\n“Buffet style” webinar: Audience will have an extensive menu of micro-topics and vote on which topics we’ll cover \nPrimary focus is PowerPoint\, but the ideas and design techniques apply to Keynote\, Google Slides\, Prezi\, Aha Slides\, or any presentation software\nPossible topics include: rethinking bullet points\, highlighting text\, zoom effects\, scroll effects\, transitions and animations (including what NOT to do)\, arrangement and spacing\, finding and editing images (and audio\, video\, icons\, screenshots\, and other media)\, working with color\, and much more\n\nNOTE: Your tuition for one ticket covers BOTH Part 1 and Part 2.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Webinar Part 2: Hands-On Workshop” tab_id=”part-two”][vc_column_text]\nTuesday\, Nov. 21\, 2023 @ 7pm to 9pm Central\n\nIn this second session\, we’ll work live in real slide decks and walk through the editing and refinement process together\nAll attendees will have an opportunity to submit sample decks that could be used (anonymously) in the workshop\nAll attendees will receive at least one sample deck to reference and follow along during the workshop (two monitors highly recommended\, but not required)\n\nNOTE: Your tuition for one ticket covers BOTH Part 1 and Part 2.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Who should attend?” tab_id=”who-should-attend”][vc_column_text]\n\nTrainers who think presentation slides are useless\nTrainers who aren’t sure how to leverage slide decks\nTrainers who have never had formal training in presentation design\nTrainers who think slides should be printed out as a handout\nTrainers who want their slides to amplify their teaching\nTrainers who want effective visual aids to reinforce student learning\nAnyone curious about the intersection between instruction and design\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Webinar Recordings” tab_id=”recordings”][vc_column_text]\nWill the webinars be recorded?\nYES! If you can’t make it to one or both of the sessions\, a recording of each part of the series will be available for one month after the live session. Immediate access to the recordings will be available only to paid registrants and is included with your registration fee.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Register Now” tab_id=”register”][vc_column_text]If you have ay trouble with the registration form below\, please click here to register directly on our Eventbrite page. Please note that one ticket for either date covers BOTH sessions (both dates)\, so you only need to buy one ticket – not two. 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URL:https://citizenssafety.com/event/presentation-design-part2/
LOCATION:Webinar (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:CSA Classes,Gateway Instructor Skills,Instructor Training,Online Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Citizens Safety Academy":MAILTO:Info@CitizensSafety.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231114T210000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214432
CREATED:20230813T110420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T171307Z
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SUMMARY:Presentation Design for Professional Trainers (2-Part Webinar Series)
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Well made slides are also a fantastic organizational tool for instructors to stay on task and optimize their time management. If you’re curious about how you might supercharge your slide decks\, this webinar series is for you! \nThe course is conducted over two separate two-hour sessions. 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URL:https://citizenssafety.com/event/presentation-design-part1/
LOCATION:Webinar (Zoom)
CATEGORIES:CSA Classes,Gateway Instructor Skills,Instructor Training,Online Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Citizens Safety Academy":MAILTO:Info@CitizensSafety.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231105T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214432
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SUMMARY:CSA Gateway Instructor Certification Course (Bandera\, TX)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Are you an experienced shooter who wants to teach others about basic marksmanship and firearm safety? This is the course for you! Instructor candidates will learn to develop\, organize\, and teach a basic defense-oriented pistol curriculum in the paradigm of “gateway instruction” developed by Citizens Safety Academy.[/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion style=”modern” shape=”square” color=”mulled-wine” c_icon=”chevron” active_section=”9″ no_fill=”true” collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”Course Details” tab_id=”section-course-details”][vc_column_text]\nThis course teaches experienced shooters how to design\, organize\, and conduct a gateway (entry-level) pistol shooting course.  \nThere are many instructor certification courses available\, but most suffer from at least one of three common shortcomings. First\, they often spend too much time on shooting and not enough time on teaching how to teach. Second\, they often focus on teaching intermediate-level shooters without enough attention paid to the nuances of managing a class full of brand-new\, first-time shooters. Third\, many instructor courses tend to ignore the cultural and demographic dynamics of today’s market of firearms trainees.  \nWith the recent explosion of gun purchases by urbanites\, millennials\, trauma victims\, and others who don’t fit the traditional stereotypes of gun ownership\, firearms trainers must adapt to the rapidly-evolving 21st Century market. CSA developed what we call the “gateway” instructional model in an effort to fill those gaps in the training community.  \nInstructor candidates will learn and demonstrate organizational and teaching skills via participation in practical exercises during the course (including leading a line of live-fire shooters through a course of fire). Candidates will also have to pass an instructor certification examination and a shooting qualification course of fire. The course also includes an Instructor’s Guide that participants can take home with them for future reference.  \n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/f968PvR1A8Y” el_width=”60″][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What is “gateway instruction“?” tab_id=”topics”][vc_column_text]When we say “gateway instruction\,” we mean true entry-level content\, designed for students who’ve overcome boundaries\, obstacles\, social disincentives\, or other adverse odds to learn to shoot for the first time. We have found that many “beginner” classes on the market are often weighed down by assumptions and misperceptions about what new shooters typically bring with them. These classes often take for granted that every student has the same opinion about guns\, everyone has the same understanding of gun safety\, and everyone generally understands how guns work and what they’re used for. But that’s often not the case. \nAt CSA\, we take a different approach. Gateway instruction levels the playing field by allowing all students to enter the firearms training world without any pressure to know more than they know\, or to be someone they aren’t. One of the many benefits of this teaching technique (and the reason we call it “gateway instruction”) is that it greatly increases the chances of students investing in more training and becoming members of the training community\, rather than just visitors or sightseers. We hope to be an “on-ramp” for those who might otherwise see themselves as outsiders to the gun world.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Topics Covered” tab_id=”1628349014244-f4941925-2c89″][vc_column_text]Every class is a little different\, so we often have to make adjustments based on time and facility constraints; but our standard Gateway Instructor curriculum includes the following: \n\nAdult learning theory\nEffective communication skills / public speaking\nDepoliticizing instruction\, content\, and facilities\nDesigning and using effective training aids\nConnecting with inexperienced\, fearful\, and non-traditional students\nMaking classroom lectures interactive and engaging\nEffective use of multi-media in the modern classroom\nConcepts from the pivotal text\, “Telling Ain’t Training\,” by Keeps and Stolovitch\nClassroom management\nRange management\nTeaching basic principles of lawful defensive force\nManaging students with past trauma or emotional triggers\nEffective assessment / written examination design\nHow to control and command a firing line\nThe “Less is More” principle\nEffective range commands\nStudent-centric range exercises\nDifferentiating between skill drills and performance drills\nManaging students with physical limitations or disabilities\nTeaching both left- and right-handed students\nManaging firing lines with revolvers and semi-autos of different action types\nEffective use of assistant instructors\nSafety protocols and emergency procedures\nAnd much more!\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Equipment List” tab_id=”equipment”][vc_column_text]For this class\, you’ll need: \n\nAn open  mind\nA positive attitude\nA reliable semi-automatic handgun (9mm or larger)\nRoughly 200 rounds of ammunition (ammo usage will depend on how many times we need to shoot the 25-round qualification course and how much time we have to shoot skill drills).\nEye and ear protection\nComfortable clothing appropriate for shooting (indoor ranges can be cold)\, brimmed hat/cap\, trimmed fingernails (no high-heeled or open-toed shoes or low cut blouses) snacks and water. If at an outdoor range\, weather appropriate attire\, bug spray\, snacks and water\nNotebook and pens or an electronic device (laptop/tablet) for note taking\n\nNote that you will NOT need a holster for the range exercises. We’ll send an email to all students within a week of class with more details on what to bring and what to expect. \nNote on Ammo:\nWe are mindful of the current ammunition shortage. We will do our very best to be conservative with ammo consumption throughout this course. The round count in the equipment list is a generous estimate\, and we hope to avoid having to use all of it. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Prerequisites” tab_id=”1628346266996-187710a0-a7dc”][vc_column_text]Instructor candidates must possess and demonstrate a solid background in firearm safety and shooting skills acquired through previous firearm training and/or previous shooting experience. Candidates will be required to demonstrate how to safely handle\, load and unload both a revolver and a semi-automatic pistol. [/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Our Local Host” tab_id=”host”][vc_column_text]\nHat Tip to TDR Training\nWe’d like to give a big shout-out to our local host\, Tim Reedy of TDR Training. Tim epitomizes gateway instruction and is a longtime friend and mentor to CSA. We highly recommend training with Tim – especially if you are a relatively new shooter or you teach (or aspire to soon teach) new shooters. Thanks for inviting us\, Tim! Learn more about TDR Training at any of these sites: \n\nhttps://tdrtraining.com/\nhttps://www.facebook.com/defensive.handgun\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/o/tdrtraining-15790223220\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Pics & Vids from Past GICCs” tab_id=”pics”][vc_images_carousel images=”4761\,4753\,4752\,4751\,4750\,4749\,4746\,4745\,4744″ img_size=”fullx300″ slides_per_view=”3″ autoplay=”yes” partial_view=”yes” wrap=”yes”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/6Z7Bnu6ubXk” title=”GICC Maryland”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/f968PvR1A8Y” title=”GICC Ohio”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Register Now” tab_id=”section-register-now”][vc_column_text]We look forward to seeing you in class! If you have any trouble with the embedded registration form below\, you can also register directly on our Eventbrite page (click here). 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URL:https://citizenssafety.com/event/gateway-tx/
LOCATION:Private Location Bandera\, 4173 SH 16\, Bandera\, TX\, 78023\, United States
CATEGORIES:CSA Classes,CSA on the Road,Custom Classes,Gateway Instructor Skills,Instructor Training,Pistol Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="TDR Training":MAILTO:tim@tdrtraining.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230708T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230709T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214432
CREATED:20230102T022605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230703T194127Z
UID:4739-1688803200-1688925600@citizenssafety.com
SUMMARY:CSA Gateway Instructor Certification Course (Nashville)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Are you an experienced shooter who wants to teach others about basic marksmanship and firearm safety? This is the course for you! Instructor candidates will learn to develop\, organize\, and teach a basic defense-oriented pistol curriculum in the paradigm of “gateway instruction” developed by Citizens Safety Academy.[/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion style=”modern” shape=”square” color=”mulled-wine” c_icon=”chevron” active_section=”9″ no_fill=”true” collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”Course Details” tab_id=”section-course-details”][vc_column_text]\nThis course teaches experienced shooters how to design\, organize\, and conduct a gateway (entry-level) pistol shooting course.  \nThere are many instructor certification courses available\, but most suffer from at least one of three common shortcomings. First\, they often spend too much time on shooting and not enough time on teaching how to teach. Second\, they often focus on teaching intermediate-level shooters without enough attention paid to the nuances of managing a class full of brand-new\, first-time shooters. Third\, many instructor courses tend to ignore the cultural and demographic dynamics of today’s market of firearms trainees.  \nWith the recent explosion of gun purchases by urbanites\, millennials\, trauma victims\, and others who don’t fit the traditional stereotypes of gun ownership\, firearms trainers must adapt to the rapidly-evolving 21st Century market. CSA developed what we call the “gateway” instructional model in an effort to fill those gaps in the training community.  \nInstructor candidates will learn and demonstrate organizational and teaching skills via participation in practical exercises during the course (including leading a line of live-fire shooters through a course of fire). Candidates will also have to pass an instructor certification examination and a shooting qualification course of fire. The course also includes an Instructor’s Guide that participants can take home with them for future reference.  \n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/f968PvR1A8Y” el_width=”60″][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What is “gateway instruction“?” tab_id=”topics”][vc_column_text]When we say “gateway instruction\,” we mean true entry-level content\, designed for students who’ve overcome boundaries\, obstacles\, social disincentives\, or other adverse odds to learn to shoot for the first time. We have found that many “beginner” classes on the market are often weighed down by assumptions and misperceptions about what new shooters typically bring with them. These classes often take for granted that every student has the same opinion about guns\, everyone has the same understanding of gun safety\, and everyone generally understands how guns work and what they’re used for. But that’s often not the case. \nAt CSA\, we take a different approach. Gateway instruction levels the playing field by allowing all students to enter the firearms training world without any pressure to know more than they know\, or to be someone they aren’t. One of the many benefits of this teaching technique (and the reason we call it “gateway instruction”) is that it greatly increases the chances of students investing in more training and becoming members of the training community\, rather than just visitors or sightseers. We hope to be an “on-ramp” for those who might otherwise see themselves as outsiders to the gun world.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Topics Covered” tab_id=”1628349014244-f4941925-2c89″][vc_column_text]Every class is a little different\, so we often have to make adjustments based on time and facility constraints; but our standard Gateway Instructor curriculum includes the following: \n\nAdult learning theory\nEffective communication skills / public speaking\nDepoliticizing instruction\, content\, and facilities\nDesigning and using effective training aids\nConnecting with inexperienced\, fearful\, and non-traditional students\nMaking classroom lectures interactive and engaging\nEffective use of multi-media in the modern classroom\nConcepts from the pivotal text\, “Telling Ain’t Training\,” by Keeps and Stolovitch\nClassroom management\nRange management\nTeaching basic principles of lawful defensive force\nManaging students with past trauma or emotional triggers\nEffective assessment / written examination design\nHow to control and command a firing line\nThe “Less is More” principle\nEffective range commands\nStudent-centric range exercises\nDifferentiating between skill drills and performance drills\nManaging students with physical limitations or disabilities\nTeaching both left- and right-handed students\nManaging firing lines with revolvers and semi-autos of different action types\nEffective use of assistant instructors\nSafety protocols and emergency procedures\nAnd much more!\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Equipment List” tab_id=”equipment”][vc_column_text]For this class\, you’ll need: \n\nAn open  mind\nA positive attitude\nA reliable semi-automatic handgun (9mm or larger)\nRoughly 200 rounds of ammunition (ammo usage will depend on how many times we need to shoot the 25-round qualification course and how much time we have to shoot skill drills).\nEye and ear protection\nComfortable clothing appropriate for shooting (indoor ranges can be cold)\, brimmed hat/cap\, trimmed fingernails (no high-heeled or open-toed shoes or low cut blouses) snacks and water. If at an outdoor range\, weather appropriate attire\, bug spray\, snacks and water\nNotebook and pens or an electronic device (laptop/tablet) for note taking\n\nNote that you will NOT need a holster for the range exercises. We’ll send an email to all students within a week of class with more details on what to bring and what to expect. \nNote on Ammo:\nWe are mindful of the current ammunition shortage. We will do our very best to be conservative with ammo consumption throughout this course. The round count in the equipment list is a generous estimate\, and we hope to avoid having to use all of it. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Prerequisites” tab_id=”1628346266996-187710a0-a7dc”][vc_column_text]Instructor candidates must possess and demonstrate a solid background in firearm safety and shooting skills acquired through previous firearm training and/or previous shooting experience. Candidates will be required to demonstrate how to safely handle\, load and unload both a revolver and a semi-automatic pistol. [/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Pics and Vids from Past GICCs” tab_id=”pics”][vc_images_carousel images=”4744\,4745\,4746\,4748\,4749\,4750\,4751\,4752\,4753\,4761″ img_size=”fullx300″ slides_per_view=”3″ autoplay=”yes” partial_view=”yes” wrap=”yes”][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/6Z7Bnu6ubXk” title=”GICC Maryland”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/f968PvR1A8Y” title=”GICC Ohio”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Register Now” tab_id=”section-register-now”][vc_column_text]We look forward to seeing you in class! If you have any trouble with the embedded registration form below\, you can also register directly on our Eventbrite page (click here). 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URL:https://citizenssafety.com/event/csa-gateway-tn/
LOCATION:On Target Shooting Sports Hermitage TN\, 4803 Old Hickory Blvd\, Hermitage\, 37076
CATEGORIES:CSA Classes,Custom Classes,Gateway Instructor Skills,Instructor Training,Pistol Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Citizens Safety Academy":MAILTO:Info@CitizensSafety.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221029T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221030T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T214432
CREATED:20211213T213101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221017T134115Z
UID:3881-1667030400-1667152800@citizenssafety.com
SUMMARY:CSA Gateway Instructor Certification Course (Cincinnati\, OH)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Are you an experienced shooter who wants to teach others about basic marksmanship and firearm safety? This is the course for you! Instructor candidates will learn to develop\, organize\, and teach a basic defense-oriented pistol curriculum in the paradigm of “gateway instruction” developed by Citizens Safety Academy.[/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion style=”modern” shape=”square” color=”mulled-wine” c_icon=”chevron” active_section=”9″ no_fill=”true” collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”Course Details” tab_id=”section-course-details”][vc_column_text]\nThis course teaches experienced shooters how to design\, organize\, and conduct a gateway (entry-level) pistol shooting course.  \nThere are many instructor certification courses available\, but most suffer from at least one of three common shortcomings. First\, they often spend too much time on shooting and not enough time on teaching how to teach. Second\, they often focus on teaching intermediate-level shooters without enough attention paid to the nuances of managing a class full of brand-new\, first-time shooters.  \nThird\, many instructor courses tend to ignore the cultural and demographic dynamics of today’s market of firearms trainees. With the recent explosion of gun purchases by urbanites\, millennials\, trauma victims\, and others who don’t fit the traditional stereotypes of gun ownership\, firearms trainers must adapt to the rapidly-evolving 21st Century market. CSA developed what we call the “gateway” instructional model in an effort to fill those gaps in the training community.  \nInstructor candidates will learn and demonstrate organizational and teaching skills via participation in practical exercises during the course\, they’ll complete an instructor certification examination\, and they’ll have to pass a shooting qualification course of fire. The course also includes an Instructor’s Guide that participants can take home with them for future reference.  \n[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/f968PvR1A8Y” el_width=”60″][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”What is “gateway instruction“?” tab_id=”topics”][vc_column_text]When we say “gateway instruction\,” we mean true entry-level content\, designed for students who’ve overcome boundaries\, obstacles\, social disincentives\, or other adverse odds to learn to shoot for the first time. We have found that many “beginner” classes on the market are often weighed down by assumptions and misperceptions about what new shooters typically bring with them. These classes often take for granted that every student has the same opinion about guns\, everyone has the same understanding of gun safety\, and everyone generally understands how guns work and what they’re used for. But that’s often not the case. \nAt CSA\, we take a different approach. Gateway instruction levels the playing field by allowing all students to enter the firearms training world without any pressure to know more than they know\, or to be someone they aren’t. One of the many benefits of this teaching technique (and the reason we call it “gateway instruction”) is that it greatly increases the chances of students investing in more training and becoming members of the training community\, rather than just visitors or sightseers. We hope to be an “on-ramp” for those who might otherwise see themselves as outsiders to the gun world.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Topics Covered” tab_id=”1628349014244-f4941925-2c89″][vc_column_text]\n\nAdult learning theory\nEffective communication skills / public speaking\nDepoliticizing instruction\, content\, and facilities\nDesigning and using effective training aids\nConnecting with inexperienced\, fearful\, and non-traditional students\nMaking classroom lectures interactive and engaging\nEffective use of multi-media in the modern classroom\nConcepts from the pivotal text\, “Telling Ain’t Training\,” by Keeps and Stolovitch\nClassroom management\nRange management\nTeaching basic principles of lawful defensive force\nManaging students with past trauma or emotional triggers\nEffective assessment / written examination design\nHow to control and command a firing line\nThe “Less is More” principle\nEffective range commands\nStudent-centric range exercises\nDifferentiating between skill drills and performance drills\nManaging students with physical limitations or disabilities\nTeaching both left- and right-handed students\nManaging firing lines with revolvers and semi-autos of different action types\nEffective use of assistant instructors\nSafety protocols and emergency procedures\nAnd much more!\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Equipment List” tab_id=”equipment”][vc_column_text]For this class\, you’ll need: \n\nAn open  mind\nA positive attitude\nA reliable semi-automatic handgun (9mm or larger)\nRoughly 200 rounds of ammunition (ammo usage will depend on how many times we need to shoot the 25-round qualification course\, so 200 rounds is a generous estimation).\nEye and ear protection\nComfortable clothing appropriate for shooting (indoor ranges can be cold)\, brimmed hat/cap\, trimmed fingernails (no high-heeled or open-toed shoes or low cut blouses) snacks and water. If at an outdoor range\, weather appropriate attire\, bug spray\, snacks and water\nNotebook and pens or an electronic device (laptop/tablet) for note taking\n\nNote that you will NOT need a holster for the range exercises. We’ll send an email to all students within a week of class with more details on what to bring and what to expect. \nNote on Ammo:\nWe are mindful of the current ammunition shortage. We will do our very best to be conservative with ammo consumption throughout this course. The round count in the equipment list is a generous estimate\, and we hope to avoid having to use all of it. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Prerequisites” tab_id=”1628346266996-187710a0-a7dc”][vc_column_text]Instructor candidates must possess and demonstrate a solid background in firearm safety and shooting skills acquired through previous firearm training and/or previous shooting experience. Candidates will be required to demonstrate how to safely handle\, load and unload both a revolver and a semi-automatic pistol. [/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Our Local Host” tab_id=”host”][vc_column_text]\nHat Tip to Zeigler Defense Systems\nWe’d like to give a big shout-out to our local host\, Marcus Zeigler of Zeigler Defense Systems. Marcus is a longtime firearms instructor based in Ohio\, and he invited us to offer CSA’s Instructor Development Course in his hometown. If you’re based in Ohio or nearby\, please consider training with Marcus. Learn more about his company at https://zeiglerdefensesystems.com/.  \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Register Now” tab_id=”section-register-now”][vc_column_text]We look forward to seeing you in class! If you have any trouble with the embedded registration form below\, you can also register directly on our Eventbrite page (click here). 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URL:https://citizenssafety.com/event/csa-gateway-pistol-instructor-certification-course-cincinnati-oh/
LOCATION:Zeigler Defense Systems\, 11680 Dutchess Lane\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45240\, United States
CATEGORIES:CSA Classes,CSA on the Road,Custom Classes,Gateway Instructor Skills,Instructor Training,Pistol Classes
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ORGANIZER;CN="Zeigler Defense Systems":MAILTO:support@zeiglerdefensesystems.com
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