COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This 64-hour course, taught by DOJ Certified Master Instructor Trainers, prepares instructor candidates for certification as a LESB Handgun and Rifle instructor. The certification includes Miniaturized Red Dot Sight (MRDS).
OBJECTIVES:
- Identify the expectations of the Handgun and Rifle instructor training program.
- Students will review decision‐making and legal issues surrounding use of force/weapons operation.
- Describe/demonstrate safety procedures for classroom and live fire ranges.
- Students will be able to properly demonstrate skill sessions using proper terminology and form from DOJ material.
- Students will successfully diagnose problem shooters, develop plans to improve and implement corrective training.
- Demonstrate how to properly administer safe, effective range sessions for all skill levels.
- Present multiple teaching presentations.
- 8 hours of Pistol Red Dot instruction.
- Complete exams, evaluations, and the application process.
ITEMS TO BRING:
- Duty belt
- Holster
- Protective eyewear
- Hearing protection
- 800 rounds of handgun ammunition
- 500 rounds of rifle ammunition
- Laptop computer + charging cable
- Other protective gear
PREREQUISITES:
Must have completed the 32-hour CJ-IDC course before attending, or be a currently certified LESB instructor, and have 3 years full-time experience. To attend, must apply via form DJ-LE-336 (include completed Handgun and Rifle Skills Competency Checklist), proof of training hours on Acadis ®.
REGISTRATION AND CONTACT INFORMATION:
You can register for this course here: Wisconsin State Patrol Academy Course Registration.
If you have any questions, please contact the program director.