NRA PPIH Course Goal: To develop in the students the basic
knowledge, skills, and attitude essential to the safe and
efficient use of a firearm for protection of self and family,
and to provide information on the law-abiding citizens right to
self-defense. Lesson # 1 – Introduction to Defensive Shooting
Explain the importance of using a firearm responsibly and
ethically for personal protection. Explain the importance of
developing the proper mind set for using a firearm for personal
protection and facing a life-threatening encounter. Explain and
evaluate their state of mental awareness using the four levels
of awareness. Explain the importance of mental preparation and
physical training for a potentially life-threatening
confrontation. Lesson # 2 – Basic Defensive Pistol Skills
Explain and demonstrate the fundamentals of defensive
marksmanship. Explain defensive accuracy. Shoot targets in the
center of mass using aimed shots from a two-handed standing
position. Explain the differences between cover and concea