NRA Certified Courses | Texas LTC | LEOSA Qualification

Welcome to Our Training Programs

We offer comprehensive firearms training for all skill levels, from first-time shooters to experienced instructors. Our courses are taught by NRA Certified Instructors and meet all Texas state requirements for License to Carry certification.

♦ NRA First Steps Pistol Orientation

Perfect for absolute beginners! This introductory course covers the basics of pistol shooting in a friendly, non-intimidating environment.

You’ll learn: Firearm safety rules, pistol parts and operation, ammunition basics, shooting fundamentals, and range procedures.

Duration: 4 hours

Certification: NRA Certified

Live Fire: yes

Participant Age: no age limit, under 18 must have a parent or guardian present.

 

 

♦ NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting

An introduction to pistol shooting for new shooters. This course provides the knowledge and skills needed to safely handle and shoot a pistol.

You’ll learn: Gun safety rules, proper handling, shooting fundamentals, pistol maintenance, and live-fire training on the range.

Duration: 8 hours (classroom + range time)

Certification: NRA Certified

Participant Age: no age limit, under 18 must have a parent or guardian present.

♦ MSD Defense Pistol Refresher Training

Designed for shooters who want a refresher on safety, fundamentals, handling malfunctions, loading/unloading and range time.

You’ll practice: Marksmanship fundamentals, draw techniques, malfunction clearing, tactical reloads, and defensive shooting scenarios.

Duration: 2 hours

♦ NRA Carrying Concealed Weapon (CCW) Course

Learn the essential skills and legal knowledge required for carrying a concealed firearm responsibly.

You’ll learn: Firearm safety, basic defensive pistol skills, drawing from concealment, mindset, responding to an attack and aftermath, carry modes, etc.

Duration: 8 hours

Certification: NRA Certified

♦ NRA Defensive Pistol Course

Advanced training focused on using a pistol for personal defense. Emphasizes defensive shooting techniques and decision-making under stress.

You’ll learn: Defensive mindset, threat assessment, shooting on the move, use of cover, multiple targets, and stress inoculation.

Duration: 8-10 hours

Certification: NRA Certified

Participant Age: must be 18 or older

♦ NRA Personal Protection in the Home

This course includes comprehensive training for defending yourself and your family within your home environment. 

You’ll learn: Home security strategies, safe room concepts, firearm storage and access, low-light shooting, legal aspects of home defense. 

Duration: 8 hours

Certification: NRA Certified

Participant Age: must be 18 or older

Pre-requisite: NRA Basics of Pistol, First Steps Pistol Orientation, DD214 with shooting quailification or pass a pre-course assessment. 

♦ NRA Personal Protection Outside the Home

Advanced personal protection course focusing on defensive situations outside your home. 

You’ll learn: Situational awareness, threat avoidance, legal use of force, drawing from concealment, shooting while moving, and real-world scenarios.

Duration: 10-14 hours

Prerequisite: NRA Personal Protection in the Home or equivalent

Certification: NRA Certified

Prerequisite: NRA Personal Protection In-Home Course

♦ NRA Range Safety Officer (RSO) Course

Become a certified NRA Range Safety Officer! This course trains individuals to supervise shooting and range operations safely.

You’ll learn: Range standard operating procedures, range inspection, emergency procedures, firearm stoppages and malfunctions, and RSO duties and responsibilities.

Upon completion: You’ll receive NRA Range Safety Officer certification, valid for 2 years.

Duration: 8 hours

Who should attend: Range operators, club officers, competition organizers, or anyone interested in range safety management.

Certification: NRA Range Safety Officer

Participant Age: 21 or older

No Live Fire

♦ In-Person Texas LTC Course

Complete your Texas License to Carry certification in one day with our comprehensive in-person course.

Course includes: Texas gun laws, use of force, conflict resolution, handgun safety, proper storage, and shooting proficiency demonstration.

Duration: 4-6 hours (classroom + range qualification)

What you get: LTC-104 certificate required for your Texas LTC application. 

Certification: Texas LTC

Participant Age: 18 or older 

♦ Online LTC Classroom Portion

Complete the classroom portion of your Texas LTC at your own pace through MSDDefense at msddefense.com

Covers: All required classroom instruction including laws, use of force, handgun safety, and conflict resolution.

Convenience: Study on your schedule, accessible 24/7 from any device.

Next step: Schedule your in-person shooting qualification after completion.

Note: You must still complete the shooting qualification in person.

Certification: Texas LTC Online Classroom

♦ LTC Shooting Qualification

For students who completed the online classroom portion – complete your Texas LTC shooting proficiency requirement.

Qualification: 50 rounds at distances of 3, 7, and 15 yards. Minimum score of 70% required.

Duration: 45 min – 1 hour

What to bring: Your online course completion certificate, handgun, 50 rounds of ammunition, eye and ear protection.

Certification: Texas LTC

♦ HR 218 LEOSA Qualification

Qualification course for retired law enforcement officers to carry concealed nationwide under federal law.

Eligibility: Retired law enforcement officers with 10+ years of service or separated due to service-connected disability after any length of service.

Qualification: Meet state standards for active duty law enforcement firearms qualification.

Certification: Annual qualification required. We provide the required documentation upon successful completion.

What to bring: Retired LEO credentials, firearm(s) to qualify with, ammunition, eye and ear protection.

Important: You must provide proof of retired law enforcement status.

Certification: Federal LEOSA

Ready to Get Started?

Contact us today to schedule your course or ask any questions.

Marc Diamond / Instructor

817-964-3088 (office)

817-760-0733 (Cell)

marc@msddefense.com