This course combination meets the core requirements to become a CA DOJ CCW Instructor. Candidates will attend this comprehensive 6‑day instructor pathway designed for those seeking NRA Personal Protection Inside the Home (PPITH) and NRA Personal Protection Outside the Home (PPOTH) Instructor certifications. Completing this series fulfills the core training requirements for CA DOJ‑recognized CCW Instructor status, making it the ideal track for those who want to teach California CCW courses with confidence, structure, and professionalism.

Throughout this program, candidates will progress from foundational instructor development to advanced defensive concepts and instructor‑level teaching methodology. Successful completion of all components results in certification as both an NRA PPITH Instructor and NRA PPOTH Instructor.

📅 Required Course Dates

Basic Instructor Training (BIT) March 22 | 8:45 AM – 5:30 PM

NRA Personal Protection Inside the Home (Student Course) April 2 | 8:45 AM – 5:30 PM

NRA PPITH Instructor Course April 3 | 8:45 AM – 5:30 PM

NRA Advanced Personal Protection Outside the Home (Student Course) April 23–24 | 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

NRA PPOTH Instructor Course April 25–26 | 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Prerequisites

To enroll in this instructor pathway, candidates must have:

• NRA Pistol Instructor Certification (required)

• Completed BIT within the last 24 months

🔔 If you have not completed BIT within this timeframe, you must attend the BIT session on March 22 to be eligible for certification.

What You’ll Gain

• • Certification as an NRA Personal Protection Inside the Home Instructor

  • Certification as an NRA Personal Protection Outside the Home Instructor

  • Fulfillment of the core training requirements for CA DOJ CCW Instructor approval

  • Advanced defensive shooting skills and instructor‑level teaching methodology