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 most commonly utilized law enforcement weapon systems – duty handgun and patrol rifle.
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 * adult learning concepts
* review of fighting fundamentals/positions * coaching strategies
* operational skills of various firearms types * gunfight mindset
* concepts to skills to drills * teaching the fight
* and much more
Student Equipment Requirements:
1) Pistol and holster(s) – pistol 800 rounds.
2) Semi-auto rifle with a sling - 400 rounds and 2 magazines
3) Wrap around eye protection, ear protection and brimmed hat. Range appropriate apparel.
4) Hydration fluids and snacks
Training Location: Live Fire Training Academy
373 Mercer Ln. Cottageville, SC 29435
Comfort Inn & Suites
97 Downs Lane
Walterboro, SC 29488
Registration Fee:
$695.00 IALEFI Members
$755.00 Non-Members (includes one year membership upon completion of membership application).
(There will be a $25 range fee per student)(Additional info will follow successful registration)
For Additional Assistance Contact:
IALEFI at 603.524.8787 or email at info@ialefi.com
What are people saying about the IALEFI Master Instructor Development Program?
“I have been a firearms instructor since 1998 & this is by far the most relevant & job-specific, practical instructor course I’ve ever taken”. D.C. – T or C, NM
“Course gave me the tools to make my program better”. Odessa, TX
“This is the best instruction I have ever had. You have my highest and sincere respect”.
M.H. – Samarcand, NC
“Course has changed my mind completely on how I will conduct training”. “The information presented & demonstrated was eye-opening, even for an experienced audience. Points never imagined materialized in the training. I would recommend this course to every firearms instructor around the country”. J.C. – Lexington, SC
“I like that the instructors taught us to teach. That doesn’t happen much in law enforcement courses”
Henderson, KY
“After 26-years in law enforcement & 8-years in the Marine, this is the class I have learned the most from about teaching close combat.” Lexington, KY
“The very best LE firearms course I’ve attended in my career”. D.L. - Lexington, KY
“…best training I’ve attended. The instructors were great and really got involved with what they taught. I believe I could teach someone how to stay in a fight and win after taking this class”.
J. B. – Columbia, NC
“This course was exceptional. Instructors covered an immense amount of material in a meaningful & effective way. Learning is best when achieved when instructors facilitate it, instead of regurgitating or force feeding. These IALEFI instructors exemplified that pursuit”. B.H. – San Diego, CA
“Spectacular class and instructors. I would love to attend it again”. J.S. – Tyrell, NC
“This is the 4th or 5th MIDP I have attended. I always learn new things and find them to be a good value for the money”. J.L. – Madison, WI
“The instructor passion and pace were outstanding”. L.R. – Lexington, SC
