- Course Code: 11141NAT
- Certificate IV
Certificate IV in Firearms (Instructor)
- View all Firearms Courses
Duration
TBC
Times
TBC
Study Method
Available Location and Date
No course dates currently scheduled.
Course Overview
11141NAT Certificate IV in Firearms (Instructor)
The Certificate IV in Firearms – Instructor Stream is a nationally recognised qualification designed for experienced firearms professionals who want to become certified instructors. This stream equips you with the skills and knowledge to deliver safe, compliant, and effective firearms training in both civilian and professional settings.
Focused on adult education principles, firearms safety, and practical instructional techniques, this course prepares you to teach others how to handle, maintain, and operate firearms responsibly. You’ll learn how to plan and conduct engaging training sessions, assess competency, and meet legal and regulatory requirements across various firearms disciplines.
Ideal for those working in security, sporting, law enforcement, or private training environments, this qualification opens doors to roles as a firearms instructor, range officer, or corporate firearms trainer.
Course Outcomes
On successful completion of this course, you will receive a 11141NAT Certificate IV in Firearms (Instructor).
Job roles relevant to this qualification include:
- Firearms Instructor
- Security Industry Firearms Trainer
- Law Enforcement or Government Firearms Trainer
- Recreational Shooting Instructor
- Corporate or Private Sector Firearms Trainer
- Range Officer or Safety Supervisor (with additional qualifications)
Entry Requirements
Essential entry requirements
Entrants to the Certificate IV in Firearms must:
- Be over 18 years of age
- Meet the fit and proper person legislative requirements for possession and use of firearms in the relevant Australian State/Territory
- Be able to demonstrate safe handling experience with firearms, evidenced by completing a firearm safety course (approved for firearm licensing in Australia) issued within the previous 12 months, holding a current Australian firearms licence or current employment in a role where firearms are used.
Recommended entry requirements
It is recommended that entrants:
- Have a minimum of 3 years experience in the safe handling and use of a variety of different firearms in a sporting, recreational or occupational environment
- Hold HLTAID011 Provide First Aid (or its successor) attained within the last three years
- Meet the requirements for working with children in the relevant Australian State/Territory
- Hold TAE40116 Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (or its successor) or another relevant training and assessment qualification described in the Standards for RTO’s if undertaking the Firearms Instructor specialisation.
This course is not open to international students (student visa 500).
Units of Competency
The Certificate IV in Firearms (Instructor) requires a total of 12 units, including 7 core units and 5 electives. This particular stream includes units for firearms instructor. Additional units may be completed and issued on a Statement of Attainment.
Core Units
- NAT11141001 Work effectively in the firearms industry
- NAT11141002 Identify, assess and control risk when working with firearms
- NAT11141003 Promote legal and ethical behaviour with firearms
- NAT11141004 Identify and comply with firearms legislation, regulation and policy
- NAT11141005 Handle, use and maintain firearms
- NAT11141006 Perform firearms emergency and incident response procedures
- NAT11141007 Apply first aid treatment of a gunshot wound
Group A (Instructor)
- NAT11141008 Supervise the safe operation of firearms by individuals and groups
- NAT11141009 Provide marksmanship coaching
- NAT11141010 Conduct live fire range practices
- NAT11141013 Deliver introductory firearm safety training programs
- NAT11141012 Instruct use of firearms for security operations
Delivery Options
Program duration and cost will vary depending on the specialisation and/or units selected. Ask us about contextualised programs to suit your organisation’s specific needs.
Pathways
On successful completion of this stream, you may wish to undertake other streams of the Certificate IV in Firearms course:
Course Fees
Full Course
$2495
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
$1250
Depending on your circumstances, RPL may be applicable. To find out, please submit a free skills assessment here.
Licensing Requirements
Asset College is currently working with state and territory firearms licensing authorities to determine licensing pathways.
I very much enjoyed my training. We had some fun as we learned and it is always great to have the trainer relate the material to real-life issues and events.
I’ve been a trainer myself for years and often find the training I attend to be a bit dry and lifeless. The trainer kept us awake and entertained and made sure we knew what we were doing. It was fun and refreshing.
Steve Allen
Duration
TBC
Times
TBC
Available Location and Date
Course cost
Full Course
$2495
RPL
$1250
