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Course Description

This 44-hour class will prepare the firearms instructor to teach the FDLE Basic Recruit Academy Firearms Course. It focuses on weapon proficiency, FDLE Rules, range set-up management and safety protocols. There are 2 practical qualifications and 6 mandatory evaluations, individual teaching assignments, group shooting exercises and an end of course written exam. Qualifications and evaluations are required on the first day to continue course. This course is not Salary Incentive eligible, mandatory only. . • Daylight handgun qualification and low-light handgun/flashlight qualification. • Student instructors must qualify at 85% to remain in course. EQUIPMENT • Please bring ammunition for your caliber of weapon being used.  If you do not bring a duty weapon, a 9mm, Glock 17 will be provided to you from the Academy inventory for use in this course. • Students must have a hand-held flashlight for the lowlight qualification.  A weapon mounted light is not allowed to be used in the qualification course. • Must have eye protection, ear protection and ball cap. • Must have duty belt with holster and mag pouch. • Soft Body Armor is recommended • Please bring inclement weather gear, water bottle, sunscreen and bug spray. • Individual Teaching Lesson • Written Test (85% no re-test) • Group Shooting Courses. at Orange County Sheriff's Office Gun Range Day 1 Monday 1000-2000, Day 2 Tuesday, 0800-1800, Day 3 Wednesday, 0800-1800, Day 4 Thursday,0800-1800, Day 5, Friday 0800-1700. Contact: Brenda Townsend, btownsend@valenciacollege.edu

Notes

Note: All agencies within Orange County should be registered 30 days prior to the starting date of class. Registration will open for all agencies outside Orange County 30 days prior to the class start date. Equipment (if necessary): CHECK COURSE DESCRIPTION FOR EQUIPMENT. Please bring ammunition for your caliber of weapon being used.  If you do not bring a duty weapon, a 9mm, Glock 17 will be provided to you.
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Section Title
Handgun Instructor Course #801 (MANDATORY ONLY)
Contact Hours
45.0
Location
  • Orange County Sheriff's Office Driving Range
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $0.00
Drop Request Deadline
Aug 18, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
Aug 18, 2025