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Firearms classes are offered at ACC's Public Safety Training Center (PSTC) which supports strong, safe communities by providing an exemplary training facility, and taught by instructors who possess a variety of experience from both local and national levels.
- The PSTC supports all levels of experience, from beginner to advanced.
- Firearms range is 50 yards with 12 lanes.
- No specific skill level or prerequisites are required for Beginner classes.
- Advanced training courses may have specific requirements.
- All equipment will be provided.
For questions regarding these classes, please contact: Jessica Horta-Perez at jhortape@austincc.edu or 512-223-1687.
Courses In Our Firearms Training Area
Basic Firearms: Pistol Fundamentals
Program Area: Public & Social Services
Course Description
This is a 16 hour course consisting of an online introduction, classroom lecture, and range training. Skills covered will include: firearm and range safety protocols, pistol nomenclature, loading and unloading, grip, stance, trigger manipulation, and firearms storage and cleaning. By completion of the course students will have a basic understanding of the fundamentals of marksmanship and be able to safely and proficiently handle a pistol with confidence. No prerequisite required. Pistol and ammunition are provided. This class consists of 4 hours online training , 4 hours classroom and 8 hours of range.
