PPITH – NRA Personal Protection In the Home
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NO LIVE AMMUNITION IN THE CLASSROOM!!!
The NRA Personal Protection IN the Home (PPITH) Course is designed to provide comprehensive instruction on defensive shooting and home safety. This course goes beyond the basics, addressing the mindset, legal aspects, decision-making under pressure, and planning for worst-case scenarios. Focused on the defensive use of handguns, the PPITH Course offers valuable knowledge for Americans who own firearms for home defense purposes.
During the 8-hour course, NRA Certified Instructors will teach students essential defensive shooting skills, strategies for home safety, and how to respond effectively to a violent confrontation. Participants will engage in live-fire exercises from various positions and targets, and learn about state-specific firearms and home defense laws.
Duration
Although the course can be completed within 8 hours, the extensive information presented and potential for in-depth discussion on included topics may cause the course duration to extend.
Course Goal
“To develop the basic knowledge, skills, and attitude necessary for the safe and efficient use of a handgun for self and family protection, as well as to provide information on the law-abiding citizen’s right to self-defense.”
Required Ammunition:
500 rounds
Lessons:
- Introduction to Defensive Shooting
- Basic Defensive Handgun Skills
- Firearms and the Law: Possession, Ownership, and the Use of Deadly Force
- Strategies for Home Safety and Responding to Violent Confrontations
- Selecting a Handgun for Personal Defense
- Sport Shooting Activities and Training Opportunities
- Course Review and Examination
Prerequisites:
PPITH Course participants should be experienced shooters with a mastery of safe gun handling skills. A pre-course evaluation exercise may be required, where students must demonstrate safe gun handling, shooting accuracy, knowledge of pistol zeroing, and proper handgun cleaning techniques. Participants should provide proof of shooting experience, such as an NRA Basic Pistol Course certificate, NRA Marksmanship Qualification Program certificate, Pistol qualification card, DD 214 with pistol qualification, or a Concealed Carry Permit. The PPITH Course is designed for responsible, law-abiding adults who approach self-defense with the necessary seriousness and maturity.
Course Completion:
Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive feedback on their shooting exercises and a certificate. The course includes shooting standards during practical exercises and a written exam. Instructors will use individual checklists for each student to ensure comprehensive coverage and understanding of the course material.
NO LIVE AMMUNITION IN THE CLASSROOM!!!
Frequently Asked Questions
For classes requiring time on the range, we like to tell clients coming to dress in layers. Bring slacks or pants with belt loops wide enough for a sturdy belt. A short sleeved shirt under a long sleeved shirt with a jacket that opens down the front.
Comfortable and sturdy shoes or hiking boots. Wearing layers enables you to take a layer off as the weather warms throughout the day. A hat with a brim that is comfortable with the hearing protection you will be wearing.
NOTE: If there is no range time required please dress comfortably as you will be in a classroom setting for the duration of the class.
Most people find that trying to leave at lunchtime is impractical. It is recommended to bring a lunch with you.
Yes, 9533 Training & Consulting provides certificates of training for all of our courses.
