VIOLENTIAM DESTRUIT MALUM
LAW ENFORCEMENT PROGRESSIVE HANDGUN
This MCOLES-approved training program is available to sworn law enforcement officers and military personnel. Offered in a customizable one- to three-day format, the course is designed specifically for the uniformed officer and focuses on building the skills necessary to effectively deploy a handgun in dynamic, high-stress environments.
Instruction emphasizes the safe and efficient manipulation of a semi-automatic handgun while improving accuracy, speed, decision-making, and overall performance under pressure. Topics include situational awareness, combat mindset development, threat assessment, effective decision-making, weapon manipulation, recoil management, use of cover, movement, one-handed shooting techniques, injured-shooter considerations, and practical handgun deployment tactics.
Students should possess a solid foundation in firearm safety and basic handgun skills prior to attending, as this is a fast-paced and performance-oriented program. Training includes live-fire exercises conducted in a variety of conditions, including reduced-light environments, as well as reality-based scenarios designed to challenge participants both physically and mentally while reinforcing sound tactics and decision-making.
Required Equipment:
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Semi-automatic duty weapon, 10 round minimum capacity, minimum of four magazines
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Weapon mounted light if available
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600 Rounds (minimum) of quality ammunition per day/student
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Duty / Tactical belt with holster and a minimum of two magazine pouches
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Clear ballistic wrap around eye protection
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Hearing protection – electronic preferred
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Tourniquet / I-FAK
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Bullet resistant vest / plate carrier / tactical entry vest
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Ball cap
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Pocket sized flashlight/fresh batteries
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Fatigue pants or slacks
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Athletic footwear / boots
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Weapon lubrication / cleaning supplies
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Sunscreen / bug repellent / clothing suited for the environment
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Notetaking materials
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Water / Snacks / Lunch
LAW ENFORCEMENT
CONCEALED HANDGUN DEPLOYMENT
This MCOLES approved training program is available to sworn law enforcement officers and military personnel who regularly carry a handgun off duty and/or work in plain clothes or in an undercover capacity. This is a 1-2 day course and is customizable to meet client needs. Instruction set will strengthen the ability to carry, accurately deploy and safely re-holster a semi-automatic handgun from/to concealment. Emphasis is based on safety, equipment selection, concealment techniques and weapon presentation from different types of clothing and holsters. Teaching points include situational awareness, developing a combat mindset, effective decision making, weapon manipulation, improving shooting accuracy and speed, injured shooter considerations, efficient movement and developing safe/effective combat handgun deployment techniques while wearing plain clothes. Plain clothes response to active killer situations and identifying yourself as a police officer will be covered as well.
All students must be confident in the safe handling of firearms and basic handgun techniques as this is a high pace program. Participants will conduct live fire drills in varying lighting conditions from concealment, as well as reality-based scenario training that is physically and mentally challenging.
Inside the waistband holsters must have a non-collapsible opening. Blackhawk SERPA holsters and similar trigger finger actuated holsters are strongly discouraged.
Required Equipment:
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Semi-automatic duty weapon, 10 round minimum capacity, minimum of 4 magazines
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600 Rounds (minimum) of quality ammunition per day/student
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Inside/outside waistband holster with hold open feature (suitable for concealment)
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Concealable magazine carrier with hold open feature (Kydex type preferred)
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Sturdy pants belt
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Clear ballistic wrap around eye protection
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Hearing protection – electronic preferred
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Tourniquet / I-FAK
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Concealable bullet resistant vest if desired / required
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Ball cap
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Pocket sized flashlight / fresh and extra batteries
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Jeans or slacks
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T-shirt or Polo style shirt
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Button up shirt (un-tucked)
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Shell type zippered jacket
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Hooded sweatshirt
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Other garment you wear in your profession that is not listed
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Athletic footwear
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Weapon lubrication / cleaning supplies
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Sunscreen / bug repellent / clothing suited for the environment
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Notetaking materials
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Water / Snacks / Lunch