Overview

• Mandatory Training

• Name

  Core Handgun
• Dates and Times

  June 16, 2025; 0800 鈥� 1700 hrs.
  
• Course Description

  This 8-hour course will help bridge the gap between standard 鈥渇lat range鈥� skills and the skills that will provide the highest probability of success in an encounter with a determined attacker in a gunfight. Common myths and misconceptions will be dispelled, and we will take a hard look at what LEO should actually be training based on readily available data. This course will include both lecture and practical instruction on the following:  Illustration of the disconnect between typical training and reality; handgun wounding ballistics, myth vs reality; human performance factors; safe weapon manipulation; target discrimination; adequate accuracy; weapon stoppages (reloads and malfunctions); positional work; movement; and use of cover.  Students are expected to already be familiar with their weapon system and must be able to demonstrate safe weapon handling skills.  This class will involve some moderately physical strenuous activity so please come prepared.

• Instructors

  Triple Seven Concepts, LLC
• Location

  Institute of Public Safety
  Kirkpatrick Center
  3737 NE 39th Avenue
  Gainesville, FL 32609

• Equipment

  Duty handgun w/at least 3 magazines, duty belt w/holster and magazine pouches, body armor, eye/ear protection, hat, tourniquet, 500 rounds handgun ammunition, and water. No red shirts or hats.

• Dress Policy

  Casual/business casual clothing is recommended. Flip flops, shorts, tank tops and/or offensive T-shirts are unacceptable attire. Law enforcement personnel not in uniform that are carrying exposed firearms must prominently display agency ID and/or badge at all times while on college property.

• Cost

  No cost to officers in Region IV. Priority is given to officers in Alachua and Bradford Counties. All other officers will be waitlisted and added to the roster as space permits.

• Registration

  • Seating is limited to 12
  • Forms must be submitted prior to 05/30/2025
  • Please complete the Training Authorization Form and email to Advanced and Specialized Training Coordinator or fax to 352-271-2929. You will receive an email confirmation that the form has been received.
• Questions?

  Contact the Advanced and Specialized Training Coordinator.