NRA Pistol Instructor Course

Teach With Structure. Lead With Responsibility.

If you carry a pistol for protection, you understand the responsibility that comes with it.

Becoming an NRA Pistol Instructor means stepping forward to guide others — safely, lawfully, and professionally. It is not simply about shooting well. It is about teaching others how to build competence the right way.

For those seeking to become a North Carolina State Certified Concealed Carry Instructor, this certification is the first step. The NRA Pistol Instructor rating is required before applying for NC DOJ certification.

At Trace Armory Group, we hold instructor candidates to a clear, professional standard:

Calm. Measured. Accountable.

Location

• 410 Rives Chapel Church Rd, Siler City, NC 27344 Google Map

Prerequisites

Instructor candidates must already possess safe firearm handling and foundational shooting skills.

To attend this course, candidates must:

• Complete a pre-course questionnaire
• Demonstrate competency during assessment exercises
• Have attended NRA Basic Instructor Training (BIT) within the last 24 months

If BIT has not been completed within the past two years, it must be completed prior to certification.

Instructor certification is performance-based. It is earned through demonstrated ability.

What You Will Develop

During this course, you will build the knowledge, skills, and instructional mindset required to teach responsibly.

Training focuses on:

• Organizing and delivering the NRA Basic Pistol curriculum
• Applying NRA instructional methodology
• Participating in practical teaching exercises and evaluation

Role-play and structured presentation are central to the program. Candidates teach portions of the course and receive professional feedback.

Materials Provided

Candidates receive:

• NRA Trainer’s Guide
• Instructor Candidate and student course packets

These resources form the foundation for your future classes.

Who This Course Is For

This program is appropriate for:

• Experienced shooters ready to teach responsibly
• Individuals pursuing NC Concealed Carry Instructor certification
• Instructors adding the NRA Pistol rating

If you believe responsible firearm ownership includes proper education, this is your next step.

The Trace Armory Group Standard

We emphasize structured progression, clear expectations, and professional accountability.

Our goal is not just certification — it is developing instructors who represent the standard well in their communities.

Train With Purpose. Teach With Responsibility.