Firearm Confidence Course
“This exceeded my expectations. The videos and quizzes were short, sweet, and to the point. Thank you!”, Sherry
Want to unravel the secrets of handgun operations, crack the code on firearms classifications, and lock down your safety every time you pull the trigger?
TradeSmart Firearm Confidence Course can help you with that and here’s how.
With over 60 minutes of top-notch, focused instruction across 10 modules and more than 15 pinpoint lessons, you’re getting a direct line to the minds of experts.
You’ll learn from the likes of Candy Sugarman, who built Gun Powder Gals from scratch, and Hunter Elliott, the leading man behind RangeHot.com.
We’re not playing around here. If you’re serious about guns, this is your next move.
Firearm Confidence Course
What you will learn
MODULE 1 OVERVIEW: GETTING STARTED
Welcome to your first step towards becoming more knowledgeable and responsible in the realm of firearms!
By the end of this module, you’ll have a solid understanding of the course’s scope, the instructors’ expertise, and how this course can enhance your understanding of firearms and safety.
Unit 1 – Meet Your Instructors
Unit 2 – Who is The Firearm Confidence Course For?
Unit 3 – What You’ll Learn
MODULE 2 OVERVIEW: FIREARMS CLASSIFICATION
This module aims to give you an in-depth understanding of firearms classification and terminology, enhancing your knowledge about their types, operations and uses.
Unit 1 – Long Guns
Unit 2 – Handguns
MODULE 3 OVERVIEW: HANDGUN TYPES AND OPERATIONS
Immerse yourself in the complex world of handguns, as you decode the variety of types and familiarize yourself with their parts and operations.
Unit 1 – Revolvers
Unit 2 – Semi-automatics
MODULE 4 OVERVIEW: HANDGUN SIZES
Explore the various categories of handgun sizes and understand the specific factors that determine a gun’s size categorization.
Unit 1 – Handgun Sizes
MODULE 5 OVERVIEW: PROPER FIT OF A HANDGUN
Find your perfect fit – follow our tips on how to ensure a gun comfortably fits in your hand for optimal safety and control.
Unit 1 – Gun Fitting (Big Handguns)
Unit 2 – Gun Fitting (Small Handguns)
MODULE 6 OVERVIEW: SAFETY
This module prioritizes firearm safety, teaching crucial rules for all users.
It covers safety at the range, shooting activities, the use of protective gear such as eye and ear protection, and secure firearm storage and transport.
Unit 1 – 4 Gun Safety Rules
Unit 2 – Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Unit 3 – Storage and Transport of Firearm
MODULE 7 OVERVIEW: POPULAR FIREARMS
Take a look at the AR-15 and Glock 19 – learn what they are and why they are so popular.
Unit 1 – Popular Firearms
MODULE 8 OVERVIEW: AMMUNITION
Get acquainted with different types of ammunition for shotguns, rifles, and handguns, and their general costs.
Unit 1 – Ammunition
MODULE 9 OVERVIEW: SPECIAL LICENSES
A Q&A session covering what makes a gun an ‘automatic weapon,’ the definition of a short barrel rifle, silencers vs. suppressors, tax stamps, and more.
Unit 1 – Special Licenses
MODULE 10 OVERVIEW: COURSE RECAP
Recap the key takeaways from the course and prepare for your journey ahead.
Unit 1 – Key Takeaways
Meet your instructors
Candy Sugarman
Candy Sugarman has spent over 14 years running Gun Powder Gals, a women’s only shooting group in Fayetteville, NC, where she has trained more than 600 women in firearm handling and safety. She specializes in empowering women and individuals with little to no prior firearm experience.
Hunter Elliott
Hunter Elliott is a seasoned firearms instructor and the brains behind RangeHot.com. His extensive knowledge, combined with his hands-on, practical approach, makes his lessons engaging and invaluable.