Civilian Firearms Training

Firearms Training

Registration: 623-845-3333

Firearms I (AJS151)

Firearms I is specifically designed to meet the training requirements for the Arizona Concealed Weapons Permit and for those not experienced or knowledgeable of firearms.

Cost: The class is 1 credit hour and there is a $25 lab fee to pay for range supplies, fingerprinting, class book and targets. If you are not registered for a class at GCC, there is also a $15 registration fee.

What does the class include: There are 12 hours of classroom lecture and interaction and 4 hours of range training. Lecture sessions include legal and moral aspects of owning and using a firearm, safety, mindset, marksmanship basics and nomenclature. Students participate in 3 judgmental (shoot/don't shoot) scenarios while in the classroom. The range training includes familiarization training and a short qualification course.

What doesn't the class include: The permit ($60) which must be submitted to the Arizona Department of Public Safety.

What firearm may I use: Any pistol or revolver may be used as long as they qualify as a ‘firearm' by Arizona law. Air guns may not be used, as it must fire a powder charged cartridge. Magnum loads are discouraged due to the impact on other students.

Must I use the firearm I will carry: No, the law does not require you to attend the class with the actual firearm you will carry, however it is strongly encouraged.

May I borrow a firearm: Yes. Firearms in caliber 9mm are made available for students needing one. Simply contact the instructor the first day of class and advise them of your need. You will need to purchase 100 rounds of factory USA manufactured 9mm ammunition, since the college does not supply ammunition nor is it available at the range.

Student requirements: Pistol or revolver (one may be borrowed by notifying the instructor), strong side belt holster, 100 rounds of ammunition, eye protection, ear protection (school has some available if needed), and cap with a brim to protect the face.

Questions: Email the instructor at learntoshoot@yahoo.com or call the program office at 623-845-3951 or 623-845-3831.

Firearms Training

Registration: 623-845-3333

Firearms II (AJS153)

Firearms II is an extension to Firearms I. In this class, the shooting distances are extended, the time is shortened, position shooting is included as are defensive tactics. This is for the person serious about carrying a firearm as a defensive tool. Class is held at the range with no formal classroom sessions.

Cost: The class is 1 credit hour and there is a $35 lab fee to pay for range fees, supplies and targets. If you are not registered for a class at GCC, there is also a $15 registration fee.

What firearm may I use: Any semiautomatic pistol or revolver may be used. For best results, .380ACP and larger calibers are recommended.

May I borrow a firearm: Yes. Firearms in caliber 9mm are made available for students needing one. Simply notify the instructor prior to the beginning of the first day of class. You will need to purchase 400 rounds of factory USA manufactured 9mm ammunition, since the college does not supply ammunition nor is it available at the range.

Student requirements: Pistol or revolver (one may be borrowed from the instructor), strong side belt holster, 400 rounds of ammunition, eye protection, ear protection (school has some available if needed) and cap with a brim to protect the face.

Prerequisites: Firearms I course completed or an Arizona Concealed Weapons Permit.

Questions: Email the instructor at jerry673@gmail.com or call the program office at 623-845-3951 or 623-845-3831.

Firearms Training

Registration: 623-845-3333

Firearms III (AJS154)

Firearms III is a survey class, meaning that it is not skill building and is meant to familiarize the student with a variety of shoulder fired weapons and how they are used in law enforcement. Students will have a chance to fire most weapons, however a restricted number of rounds will be fired through some more exotic firearms and students at random will be selected to fire those. Class is held at the range with no formal classroom sessions.

The class usually starts with 8 hours of shotgun training. The following 8-hour day, the class is introduced to carbines, semiautomatic rifles, submachine guns and bolt action rifles.

Cost: The class is 1 credit hour and there is a $35 lab fee to pay for range fees, supplies and targets. If you are not registered for a class at GCC, there is also a $15 registration fee. What firearm may I use: Most weapons will be supplied, but students are encouraged to bring their own weapons and use them in class.

Student requirements: Eye protection, ear protection (school has some available if needed), cap with a brim to protect the face.

Large selection of ammunition:
100 rounds of 12 ga. birdshot (unless you will be using another gauge.) If you do not want to use a 12 ga. shotgun, the 00 buckshot and rifled slugs will not be required.)
20 rounds of 00 buckshot.
10 rounds of rifled slug.
50 rounds of 9mm full metal jacket ammunition. (Factory - brass casing, no steel.)
40 rounds of .223 caliber factory ammunition. (Factory - brass casing, no steel.)
20 rounds of 7.62 NATO factory ammunition. (Brass casing, no steel.)
20 rounds of 7.62 x 39 ammunition. (Steel casings okay.)

NEW! We have added a 20-gauge shotgun for anyone who feels the recoil of the 12-gauge is too much. You have the option of trying this shotgun; however, you will need to purchase that ammunition.

Questions: Email the instructor at jerry673@gmail.com or call the program office at 623-845-3951 or 623-845-3831.

Firearms Training

Registration: 623-845-3333

Home & Vehicle Defense (AJS156)

The Home and Vehicle Personal Defense class addresses the problems of making yourself secure at home and while traveling. It includes design considerations of the home and equipment considerations in the vehicle to make them more secure as well as methods to prevent you from becoming a victim. Class has 4 hours of lecture and 4 hours of range training for each day (two days total).

Cost: The class is 1 credit hour and there is a $35 lab fee to pay for range fees, supplies and targets. If you are not registered for a class at GCC, there is also a $15 registration fee.

What firearm may I use: Any semiautomatic pistol or revolver may be used. For best results, .380ACP and larger calibers are recommended.

May I borrow a firearm: Yes. Firearms in caliber 9mm are made available for students needing one. If borrowing a college firearm, you will need to supply factory new USA manufactured 9mm ammunition.

Student requirements: Pistol or revolver (one may be borrowed from the instructor), strong side belt holster, 200 rounds of ammunition, eye protection, ear protection (school has some available if needed) and cap with a brim to protect the face.

Class Location: Ben Avery Shooting Facility, I-17 & Carefree Hwy. or MCSO Range located at 26900 W. Buckeye Hills Drive, Buckeye. West on 1-10 to US 85 and go south on US 85 (as if going to San Diego). The Buckeye Hills Recreation area is exactly 10 miles south of I-10 and Buckeye Hills Drive is just south of milepost 144. Turn west and go past the public range about 1/4 mile to the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office Range.

Prerequisites: Completion of Firearms I is encouraged but not required.

Questions: Email the instructor at learntoshoot@yahoo.com or call the program office at 623-845-3951 or 623-845-3831.

Firearms Training

Registration: 623-845-3333

Patrol Rifle Concepts (AJS140AA)

A basic class on the operation and deployment of the carbine in law enforcement operations. Includes basic operation concepts as well as deployment methods and purposes.

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

Class format: Two contiguous days at the range. 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.

Student Requirements: Students must provide a suitable shoulder AR-15 or AR-10 rifle platform. (A .223 or 5.56 mm, 7.62mm x 39mm caliber.) A minimum of 700 rounds of ammunition for the rifle. Sidearm with holster and 50 rounds for that weapon. Standard safety equipment (eye and ear protection and a brimmed cap), knee and elbow protection (optional). A flashlight will be required for the second day of class.

Class Location: Maricopa County Sheriff's Office Range, 26900 W. Buckeye Hills Drive, Buckeye. Directions: West on I-10, Exit 112, head south on US 85 towards Gila Bend. Look for MP144 and turn right on Buckeye Hills Drive. You should see a large tractor-trailer with an MCSO hiring banner. Continue past the Joe Foss range for approximately 1 mile to the MCSO range.

Questions: Email the Program Director at j_hall@mcso.maricopa.gov or call 623-845-3951 or 623-845-3831.