Protective Pistol Skills (PPS) – San Jose, CA

Course Overview

Protective Pistol Skills is the weapons-centric component of PSOC (Module 2) and is entirely range-based. This format allows students to focus on the safe and practical use of a concealed handgun during protective operations. Students will learn individual firearms tactics as they apply to third-person/principal defense. Training includes combative handgun skills applicable to personal security, Principal Cover & Control Techniques, Lone Agent Protective Shooting (LAPS) Drills, Detail Assault Response & Evacuation (DARE) Drills, and the PSOC/PPS Live Fire Skills Test. PLEASE SEE ADDITIONAL NOTES BELOW.

Enrollment: Open to active security professionals, law enforcement, the Department of Defense, government agencies, eligible government contractors, and approved civilians with a security industry affiliation.

Pre-requisite: Approved prior commercial or occupational handgun training.

STUDENT EQUIPMENT LIST:
Standard range attire while conducting firearms training (weather-appropriate activewear, etc.)
Semi-automatic pistol w/ at least three magazines

400 rounds of handgun ammunition
Strong-side belt or paddle concealment holster **
Support-side concealment magazine carrier(s)
Belt for range work compatible w/ holster and magazine carrier
Eye protection for day conditions and Ear protection
Hat with brim
Sturdy footwear for range 
Cover garments such as a vest or light jacket (for concealment drills)

IMPORTANT NOTES: 

• TRAVELING – If you are traveling from out of town, please contact Training Coordinator, Amanda Dunn at Amanda@pfcgoc.com or call 702-647-1126, to confirm enrollment requirements for the course have been met BEFORE booking any travel. 
• WEAPON RENTALS – If you require weapon rentals from PFC, please be sure to add the rental to your ticket at the time of purchase, and immediately notify Training Coordinator, Amanda Dunn at Amanda@pfcgoc.com or call 702-647-1126, to confirm rental availability and pickup details. 
• AMMO – If you require ammo from PFC Loadout, please purchase at pfcloadout.com, adding course name and date in the notes, and notify Training Coordinator, Amanda Dunn at Amanda@pfcgoc.com or call 702-647-1126, to confirm availability and pickup details. 
• DEADLINE – Rentals and ammo MUST be purchased NLT 2 days prior to the course beginning. 
• QUESTIONS – If you have any questions or concerns, please feel reach to reach out to Training Coordinator, Amanda Dunn at Amanda@pfcgoc.com, Instructor, Brittany Mandara at Brittanymae@pfcgoc.com, or call 702-647-1126.