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Handgun Instructor Re-Certification

Description:

The course will be a half day, four hours of training for previously trained and certified firearms instructors. Pre requisite will be the week-long handgun instructor course. To be recertified instructors shall pass the POST day qualification at 90% (225/250).

This course will also cover any recent changes to the POST firearms curriculum and answer questions about the POST firearms program.

 Prerequisites:

Previous successful completion of the week-long handgun instructor course.

Student Notes:

A one week cancellation is required, if you are registered and fail to cancel at least one week (7 days) prior to the class you will not be considered for this training for a period of one year.  This is to give consideration to those that are on a waiting list and to fill the class.

This course is limited to 25 students with a minimum of 16 to hold the course.

A confirmation letter listing the equipment required for the course will be sent to the department training officer.

Officers attending must have the following:

  • Handgun, duty belt, etc.
  • Flashlight
  • Hat
  • Eye and ear protection
  • Ballistic vest
  • 200 – 400 rounds handgun ammunition
  • Water, sunscreen and clothing appropriate for the weather.

Optional Items:

  • Knee pads
  • Rain gear
  • Sunglasses and other items

Dress code for attending POST classes is a neat, clean, and professional appearance. Slacks, shirts with collars, and/or department uniform can be worn. (not required on the ranges) No shorts, open toed shoes, sweats, tank tops, or t-shirts are permitted.

Registration:

To apply for the course, candidates should have Agency Administrator or Training Coordinator register them for the training through the POST Acadis Portal.

If you do not have a POST Portal Account- please send an email with your full name and agency to: support@utahpost.org