CPL Introduction and Registration Guide 2023

Michigan Concealed Pistol Training

Personal Training and Education for the New Shooter

Introduction and Registration Guide

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"NRA Personal Protection in The Home" Concealed Pistol Course State of Michigan approved training course and instructor

All information in one easy to use 1 55 Page 7 - part manual

This course meets the Michigan CPL training requirement set forth in "The Firearms Laws of Michigan" section 28.425j, Pistol training or safety program . Each part designed and dedicated to explain a specific part of the Michigan CPL training program prescribed in section 28.425j, 1. NRA Requirements 2. State Firea rms laws and legal Liability 3. Federal laws and ATF 4. Avoiding Criminal Attack and Controlling a Violent Encounter

5. Use of Deadly Force for Self Defense 6. Handgun Operation and Shooting Skills 7. Semi Auto Training Aid

Questions and Comments Phone and text 248-309-9579

Document Table of Contents The Personal Training Concept CPL Study Guide Introduction The Training Process Class Content and Fees Class Registration and Payment

Training Modules Module 1 - NRA Module 2 - State Firearms Law and Legal Liability

Module 3 - Federal and ATF Laws Module 4 - Avoiding Criminal Attack

Module 5 - Use of Deadly Force in Self Defense Module Module 6 - Handgun Training and Shooting Skills Training

Module 7- Semi Auto Training Aid Instructor and Training Locations

Its All About You

Personal Training Concepts:

Convenient training format allows you to proceed at your own pace. Not committed to a time limited class where all proceed at the same pace. Training that is based on individual attention to each person’s needs One instructor guides the student though the entire process assuring continuity of training. Training is done in “best use order of training” that allows the CPL applicant to gain the maximum benefit of each module. Each person or (group that register together) is considered a separate training class and can stay together throughout the

training process. No other people in class. You start on your time and finish on your time. In Short, it’s all about YOU!

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Training Process This is a 3-day program with self- Study content.

24/7 registration - Your training starts when you register and download the Online CPL training manual. This is a 155-page ,7-part manual that contains the training requirements under Michigan section 28.425j, Pistol training or safety program. Each module has its own written test. Part 1. Self-Study Module – Est Time 5 .0 hours No time limit - Study at your own pace Objective : Student prepare for parts 2 and 3 of the training process. Complete the 6 study modules and enclosed written the tests. Submit the test to our office. I will correct the tests and return them to the applicant. When the module tests are completed. I will notify you to set up a zoom virtual classroom. Written tests are designed to evaluate student knowledge before virtual classroom.

Parts 2 and 3 are Student and Instructor Classroom - 8.0 hrs

Day 1 Part 2. : Zoom virtual classroom training. 3.0 - hours Objective: PowerPoint NRA PPITH Class content

Day 2 - P art 3. Handgun Operation and Shooting Skills. Objective - Preparation for live fire range. Hands on classroom training 4.0 - 5.0 hours In person classroom training that is a key element for all shooters. Especially new shooters and those with little background in handgun shooting or have purchased a new handgun – The student will learn: • Handgun operation • The fundamentals of shooting skills. • Handgun Cleaning • Practice the concealed pistol course of fire shooting using our Glock laser handgun. Day 3 Part 4. Live Fire range Objective – Shooting skill and CPL Qualification 2- 3 hours range time 1. The student will learn and demonstrate live fire shooting skills. 2. The student will shoot the CPL course of fire. This is usually divided into 2 parts on the same day with breaks between 1 and 2.

Times may vary based on previous experience and skills

Content and Fees

Individual Registration : $2 50 .00 Additional person: $55.00 Registration fee includes the following:

• I nstructor Fees • 155- page CPL study manual • 40 - page shooting skills manual designed for new shooter CPL applicant • Guide to Handgun Cleaning • Zoom virtual classroom • In person classroom rental fees • One hour range time 30.00 Optional Range equipment included in fee:

• Eye and ear protection • The use of our handgun s • .22 Ruger semi auto • Glock 19 9mm semi auto • Smith and Wesson 38 caliber revolver

N ot Included in registration Fee

• Additional r ange fee beyond 1.0 hours • Ammunition costs

R ange time is usually 2 hours This can very based on applicant shooting Skills. The classroom range preparation session is deigned to minimize range cost and help produce a confident and safe shooter. The student can expect to fire approximately 50 -100 rounds of ammunition.

Class Registration Page

Personal Training Fees

Individual Registration : $ 2 50 .00 CPL Class Registration and Payment Here Payment can be made in two parts $ 1 25 .00 to register download manual and start training

$ 1 25 .00 at the end of range time See payment and Registration form

The Process

1. Register and payment selection on same form 2. Complete the form

3. Click on the next button at bottom of form page 4. This will take to the PayPal order summary 5. Click continue to PayPal and you will have the option to use credit card or your PayPal account if you have one. 6. Make payment and you will be redirected to the CPL Online digital document in the Bookshelf format.

NRA

NRA

Module -1

NRA Study Module Includes The Following :

1 7 min video

NRA Personal Protection In The Home video above – 60 min

The NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting - 20 min

NRA Specific - 25 Questions

Module 2

State Firearms Law and Legal Liability

2 min introduction video

CPL Specific content includes the following: • A 6 0 - page study document • Support documents • Videos • Links to most used website • 4 0- question written test Module time including written test: 3.0 hours.

Here you will learn: • CPL S tate L aws • CPL Legal Liability • Legal updates

Module 7 hr HH Federal and AT F Laws

13 Page Document

Federal Table of Contents 1 . National Park System 2. Youth Handgun Safety Act 3. Guide to the Interstate Transportation of Firearms 4. Carry on Person 5. Transportation by Automobile 6. Interstate Controls

7. National Firearms Act 8. Gun Control Act of 1968 9. ATF- MFAQ The Interstate Purchase/ Sale and Transportation of firearms

Test 2 of 4 State and Federal Firearms law and legal Liability

This test conforms to the Michigan CPL knowledge base requirements found in MCL section 28.425j pistol training or safety program A 40 question written test designed to evaluate your knowledge of concealed pistol and associated laws. Submit the completed test to our office. The test will be corrected to 100 % with notes and links to the source of incorrect answers. The correct ed test will be returned to the applicant.

Click here for Firearms Law written test

Module 4

Avoiding Criminal Attack and Controlling a Violent Encounter

A voiding Criminal Attack and Controlling a Violent Encounter What you will learn

How to ---- Avoid – Evade -Escape – Respond to a criminal attack The Principles of Personal Protection in Public Areas Space (Proxemics) Zones of safety from a potential threat How to use the police officer interview position to enhance your safety The police color code of preparedness Voice projection to help control the situation Fight or Flight syndrome The dos and don’ts of Personal Conduct to Minimize Violence Home Safety and Self Defense Controlling and intruder Physiological Reactions to A Life-threatening Encounter 15 question Test

Module 5

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2- minute introduction video

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Deadly Force Self Defense

Module Content:

• 20 page manual • Support documents • Videos • Written Test Total module time including test: 1.0 hours Here you will learn --- Concealed Carry Self Defense Deadly Force Decision Making The Use of Force and subject control Responsibility after Using Force The use of pepper spray in self-defense The use of a taser in self defense Your Constitutional Rights

Use of Force Video Content

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Use these videos to enhance your understating of the use of force in self defense

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Deadly Force - 2 min run time The use of d eadly force i s more than punching holes in a paper target. It is the most important decision you can make.

The Reaction Gap - 4 min run time How close is danger? The 21 ft reaction gap is the distance and time it takes to respond to a threat.

What would you do if the unexpected happens? 2 min run time

25 seconds between life and death - 2 min run time

Pepper Spray the non lethal use of self defense 8 min run time What is Pepper Spray ? How does it work ? When and how do you use it ? What is a Michigan Legal pepper spray ?

Use of Force Manual Table of Contents This is a 20-page module and a written test

What you will learn: Deadly Force and self-defense Using a firearm for personal protection is a right that must be exercised responsibly. The Elements of the use of Deadly Force Deadly Force Decision Making – Practice “what if situations” Deadly Force and Self Defense Using Your Handgun In Self Defense The use of Force Continuum and self Defense Options The Escalation of use of force chart Michigan use of Deadly and Non-Deadly Force The Reaction Gap and the use of Force Factors that influence the decision to use a firearm for self defense Use of Force Definitions (The language of self -defense) Written Test

Test 3 of 4 Use of Force Test Page

This is a 20 question Written Test

Click Here to Open Written Test

Submit the completed test to our office. The test will be corrected to 100 % with notes and links to the source of incorrect answers. The correct test will be returned to the applicant.

Te s t your knowledge and decision making skills A critical element of CPL handgun Training

End of Module 5

Range Safety and Shooting Skills

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Range Safety and Shooting Skills Module content: • 20- page shooting skill manual • Support documents • videos • 15 -question written test Total module time including test: 50 min

Topics include:

• Range Safety • Handgun Safety and Operation • The fundamentals of shooting skills • CPL self-defense shooting skills • Our Exclusive- • Acc-u-check Target system • Shooting Skill Development Method

Shooting Skill Module s Videos Use these to enhance your knowledge of content material

The Fundamentals of Handgun Shooting Run Time 11 min.

Shooting starts with a good understanding of the basics. Learn the NRA 5 fundamentals of shooting with special emphasis on sight alignment and trigger control.

Trigger Actions Run Time: 10 min. Learn how trigger actions affect the operation and safe shooting of a handgun.

Loading and unloading a handgun Ru n Time: 5 min Learn how to load and unload a revolver and semi auto.

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Shooting Skill Development Run Time: 6 min. Improve your shooting skill with the transitional training method.

Classroom Laser Handgun Shooting Skills Run Time: 4 min Learn the use of laser handgun to improve shooting skills.

22 Semi Auto Handgun Run Time: 9 min Learn the advantage of training with a 22-caliber handgun for a new semi auto shooter.

Semi Auto Handgun Training Aid

Your Guide to mastering the Semi Auto Handgun

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Training Aid Table of Contents

Shooting Positions • The Weaver Position • The Isosceles Position • The natural and Neutral Position

Semi Auto Handgun Grip Trigger finger placement Pistol Shooting Shot Placement Correction Chart Shooting Skill Improvement Tips Shooting Skill Accessories

Shooting Positions

Shooters body 45 degrees to target

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Weak arm bent at elbow and pulled straight back to avoid pulling handgun off alignment

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Trigger finger placement Selecting the Handgun to fit your hand will have a direct impact on how well you will shoot the gun. Just like shoes you buy a pair to fit your feet for the way you will use the shoe.

Place the handgun in your strong hand and align it as a natural extension of your arm.

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Practice muscle memory skills, such as grip, drawing from a holster and trigger finger control.

Training Location and Instructors

Protect Systems Training Academy DBA Handgun Training Specialists Office Instructor supported Online training

Virtual Classroom Training Training Program Production Address 556 Tennyson Rochester Hills, Mi. 48307 248-309-9579 Classroom Training

1681 E. Auburn RD, Ste. F , Rochester Hills, Mi. 48307 S cheduled by appointment only 248-309-9579

6559 Dixie Highway Clarkston, Ml 48346

A ccurate R ange O ur Place to Shoot

Phone: 248-625-3551

Gerald Wrage: Owner NRA Firearms Instructor NRA Range Safety Officer NRA Law Enforcement Instructor

Firearms Law and Use of Force Instructor Former law enforcement and training sergeant Crime Prevention Specialist

Michael S. Klockow, Esq Attorney and Counselor Concealed Pistol Arrests and Violations Firearms legal issues

Gerald Wrage 30 years’ experience as a professional instructor and training program development .

Skill Set and Job Experience NRA Certified Firearms Instructor NRA Certified Range Safety Officer

Former NRA Law enforcement handgun and shotgun instructor OCSD - R eserve officer, Reserve Training Sargent, and Park Deputy Securitas Security Services : Director and chief instructor of armed officer division. Job description included: Handgun Training, Pepper Spray, Defensive Tactics, Handcuffing and ASP Baton. Huffmaster Associates – Private Investigations and Security Special work assignments that required an armed PI and Bodyguard/personal protection details. Owner of Protect Systems Training Academy : Civilian, Security Guard and Law enforcement training. Only civilian owner and operator a Law enforcement grade shooting simulator. With use of force and training in the use handguns, rifles, shotguns, pepper spray and tasers. A Partial list of Training and Education Oakland County Sheriff’s Dept. Reserve Police Academy In-service training programs MCOLES approved training for Basic Firearms and Police Shotgun Instructor certification Detroit Police Academy - crime prevention school. The University of Louisville's National Crime Prevention Institute with special training in crime prevention and security. The Lethal Force Institute - training in the use of deadly force by civilians in self defense. The National Criminal Justice Training Council - Law enforcement use of force Instructor. Schoolcraft Collage Law Enforcement In-service Firearms and Police Shotgun Instructor certification course Expert witness testimony and depositions, with experience in misdemeanor and felony charges and prosecution. Concealed Pistol expert witness testimony regarding concealed pistol Laws, legal Liability, and the use of a firearm in self-defense.

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