This course is designed for experienced shooters who want to teach new shooters how to safely and effectively use a pistol. It teaches the knowledge, skills and attitude essential to organizing, promoting and teaching NRA’s Basic Pistol Shooting course. Prerequisite: Possession of basic firearm safety and shooting skills is a perquisite for certification as an NRA instructor. Candidates should have successfully completed NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting course. Prior to the instructor training, candidates complete a pre-course questionnaire and demonstrate their firearm background in pre-course assessment exercises. This course is presented in two parts: basic instructor training (BIT), and discipline specific instructor training. Students demonstrate organizational and teaching skills via participation in practical exercises during the course, and complete an instructor certification examination. BIT can be scheduled for an additional fee is needed. Candidates who have not taken BIT within the last 2 years should contact the instructor to schedule to complete BIT before this course.