A basic class on the operation and deployment of the carbine in law enforcement operations. Includes basic operation concepts, weapon accessories, ballistics and qualification.

Class is 16 hours in length and is AzPOST approved for 16 hours of continuing or proficiency training.

Class format: Two contiguous days. Day one is 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and day two is 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Costs: 1 credit hour plus $35 course fee. There is also a $15 registration fee if you are not currently enrolled at GCC. (See the Advanced Officer Training Index for credit hour charges.)

Class Requirements: Must be a certified peace officer, military or corrections officer. (I.D. will be checked on first day of class.) Students must provide a suitable shoulder fired firearm and the officer's primary sidearm. (A .223 caliber or centerfire pistol caliber semiautomatic carbine.) 600 rounds of ammunition for the shoulder weapon and 50 rounds of ammunition for the officer's sidearm will be needed. Standard safety equipment (eye and ear protection and a billed cap); knee and elbow protection (optional). Shooting pad recommended.

Class Location: Ben Avery Firing Range located at I-17 and Carefree Highway.

Email the Program Director at geoffrey.leggett@gcmail.maricopa.edu
Office telephone: (623) 845-3951
GCC Law Enforcement Academy
Non-police Firearms Training