Lexington County Sheriff’s Department
Lexington, SC 29072

The International Association of Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors, Inc. (IALEFI) Master Instructor Development Program (MIDP) was designed to provide continuing education to individuals certified as firearms instructors. Foundation courses of the MIDP include instructor level training on the three most commonly utilized law enforcement weapon systems - handgun, rifle, and shotgun. Different proven methodologies will be used to enhance the teaching skills of the police firearms instructor. Hands-on skills will progress from the basics to the more complex and all participants regardless of skill level will find themselves challenged. Practical exercise will put an emphasis on both defense-minded efficiency and operational skills.

Throughout the three-day program, participants will be shown a number of methods designed to improve the professional value of instructors and their students. The information presented will prove especially useful in creating a positive training experience that will ultimately result in greater officer safety. Topics covered:
* active range safety
* review of fighting fundamentals/positions
* operational skills * gunfight mindset
* adult learning concepts
* developing coaching strategies
* concepts to skills to drills Student

Equipment Requirements: 1) Pistol and holster(s) – pistol 600 rounds. 2) Semi-auto rifle with a sling - 400 rounds and 2 magazines 3) Duty shotgun with a sling - 120 rounds (at least 10 rounds slugs, duty-type or bird shot okay for the rest). 4) Wrap around eye protection, ear protection and brimmed hat. Range appropriate apparel. 5) Hydration fluids and snacks

Training Location:
357 Landfill Lane
Lexington, SC 29072
(location does not GPS, directions provided upon registration)

Registration Fee:

$450.00 IALEFI Members
$505.00 Non-Members (includes one year membership upon completion of membership application).

Local Lodging:
These are a few nearby hotels/motels and not necessarily a complete list. For other available lodging, we suggest you search the Internet. Confirm current rate when making reservations as it is subject to change, tax additional.

Country Inn and Suites
2245 Airport Boulevard
Cayce, SC 29033
803-794-6200

Hampton Inn Columbia Airport
1094 Chris Drive
West Columbia, SC 29169
803-791-8940

Residence Inn by Marriott Columbia West/Lexington
122 Matthias Road
West Columbia, SC 29169
803-661-6910