Our Courses

Firearms training
on your schedule

Whether you’re thinking about buying your first gun or want to level up your marksmanship skills, our online Train SMART courses will meet you where you are.

Meet our Instructors

Live and On Demand

Choose the way you learn

Looking for an instructor to answer your questions in a live online session? Prefer an on-demand course that you can take at any time from the comfort of your home?

Each firearm training course below is available in both formats.

In-Person Course

The SMART Guide to Buying a Gun

11 sections
1.5 hours

Safety-first, online firearm training that helps you prepare for California’s Firearm Safety Certificate. This 1.5-hour course covers gun safety rules, secure storage, what to look for in a gun, and more to help you make an informed decision.

$20
live Instructor
$20
on demand

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In this course, you'll learn:

Why people own firearms today
Facts about gun ownership
Secure gun storage
Universal gun safety rules
Protecting your home
What to look for in a gun
The importance of firearm training

In-Person Course

The SMART Guide to Owning a Gun

15 sections
2.5 hours

Safety-first, online firearm training that helps you prepare for California’s Firearm Safety Certificate. This 2.5-hour course builds on the SMART Guide to Buying a Gun with federal and state gun laws and suicide prevention techniques.

$40
live Instructor
$40
on demand

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In this course, you'll learn:

Facts about gun ownership
Secure gun storage
Universal gun safety rules
Protecting your home
Types of firearms and ammunition
Federal and state gun laws
Suicide prevention

In-Person Course

Gun Safety for Hunters

24 sections
1.5 hours

For new and experienced hunters who want to build and sharpen their gun safety skills before their next hunt. This 1.5-hour course teaches hunters how to safely store, transport, and handle firearms in a variety of situations, and it’s the perfect complement to a hunter education course.

$20
live Instructor
$20
on demand

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In this course, you'll learn:

Universal gun safety rules
Ethical hunting practices
Secure gun storage and transportation
Rifle and shotgun operation
Ammunition and essential gear
Carry and shooting positions
Navigating obstacles

In-Person Course

Gun Safety and Marksmanship

38 sections
8 hours

Safety-first, online firearm training that helps you prepare for California’s Firearm Safety Certificate. For new and experienced gun owners who want practical skills to elevate their firearm safety and handling on and off the range. This 8-hour course is designed to help you reinforce your commitment to responsible gun ownership.