Advanced Training for Close Protection - Firearms Training

We offer a range of firearms training options for individuals and organisations.

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ASAA Intermediate Handgun Course
Our firearms training leads to a recognised official ASAA qualification that is ideal for Close Protection and PSD work.

This course should only be considered as part of a professional requirement.

Included as part of the BTEC Level 3 Award in Close Protection Operations or available as an additional course, the training is held in our modern indoor range in Geneva, Switzerland. It includes all tuition, ammunition, weapon hire and personal protective equipment. This course is ideal for an introduction to the ASAA system, for those wishing to work overseas in the security industry or as a refresher for previously acquired skills. No previous experience of firearms is required. On completion an ASAA certificate is issued.

Course Modules:

  • History & Introduction
  • First Aid for Gunshot Wounds
  • Rules of weapon handling
  • Naming of parts
  • Weapon familiarization operation and mechanical function
  • Stance, position and grip technique
  • Loading & Unloading drills
  • Sight picture and aiming including target and multiple target engagement
  • Drawing and re-holstering drills
  • Tactical reloads, speed reload, and stoppage drills
  • Stances: standing, kneeling, lying
  • Close quarter combat drills

Packages Available:

Package One:

  • Course Tuition
  • Assessment
  • Certification
  • 2 nights, bed and breakfast accommodation
  • Evening Meal

Package Two:

  • Course Tuition
  • Assessment
  • Certification
  • 2 nights, bed and breakfast accommodation in Switzerland
  • Swiss Francs Allowance covering the cost of an evening meal
  • 1 nights pre-course accommodation at Park Hall Hotel & Leisure Club
  • Return flights from Liverpool to Geneva Airport
  • Transfer to and from Liverpool Airport (airport subject to change)
  • Return transfers from Geneva Airport to Range

Course Fees

If undertaking this firearms course as part of the 21 day fully residential Close Protection course then package two is included at no additional cost.

Package one: £675.00 (VAT is not applicable for this course)

Package two: £875.00 (VAT is not applicable for this course)

Course Dates:

Dates are scheduled every six weeks and open couses take place eight times a year. Dates are updated regularly on our 'Course Venues & Dates' page.

For a full information pack and booking form, please contact us directly either via email to info@wilplantraining.co.uk or on 0845 009 5647.

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