NRA Personal Protection in the Home Instructor (302) Course
Teach others to protect what matters most.
Location:
560 S County Trl, Exeter, RI 02822
Ready to become a certified instructor in home defense?
This 9-hour advanced-level course equips NRA Instructor Candidates with the tools to effectively teach the Personal Protection in the Home course. You’ll learn how to instruct students on defensive shooting, legal considerations, home defense planning, and more—all while reinforcing the safe and responsible use of handguns in self-defense situations.
This course emphasizes instructional techniques, curriculum structure, and the ability to adapt content to varying student experience levels. Ideal for those passionate about sharing knowledge and enhancing their impact as firearms educators.
What You’ll Walk Away With:
✅ Certification to teach NRA Personal Protection in the Home
✅ Instructional techniques for defensive handgun training
✅ Tools to teach safe home defense strategies and legal considerations
✅ Greater confidence leading students through real-world readiness
FAQ's
What equipment do I need to attend?
The class description gives you the required equipment for each class. For many of our 100 Level classes, we give you everything you need to get started... free of charge!
For many of our 200 Level classes, we still give you a 22-caliber gun and gear, and you just need to purchase ammo... which can be bought right in the store if needed.
Do I need to take a prerequisite class to attend this class?
You do not need to take a prior classes to take any of our 100 Level classes. Many of our 200 and 300 Level classes do require a prerequisite class to ensure you have a solid foundation to learn additional skills.
Required prerequisites are listed in the class description and are there to ensure every student is on the same page in the intermediate and advanced classes.
Will I get a certificate or credit for this class?
We think it is important to recognize your time and dedication to training!
You will receive a Certificate of Completion that will show you are attending classes and building a record of your training! These certificates can also be submitted when you apply for your CCW/LTC applications.