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The National Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors Association (NLEFIA) was officially established in January 2015 to serve firearms instructors in law enforcement, military, security, and professional training sectors. Their mission is straightforward: advance instructor knowledge and skills so they...
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The National Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors Association (NLEFIA) was officially established in January 2015 to serve firearms instructors in law enforcement, military, security, and professional training sectors. Their mission is straightforward: advance instructor knowledge and skills so they can train their students to a higher standard.
"Train to a harder standard" - NLEFIA Training Philosophy
NLEFIA operates as a membership-based network dedicated to reducing the number of law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty from unlawful use of deadly force and firearms-related training accidents.
NLEFIA accepts instructors from multiple professional backgrounds:
| Membership Type | Annual Cost | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Law Enforcement | $50 | LE agency ID + instructor cert |
| Military | $40 | Military ID + instructor cert |
| Retired LE/Military | $35 | Retirement credentials + cert |
| Security Industry | $60 | 3+ years licensed armed security |
| Private Sector | $60 | Employed by training company |
| International | $60 | LE from US-allied countries |
All memberships include access to a members-only forum, searchable instructor directory, quarterly newsletter (The Rangemaster), downloadable lesson plans and PowerPoint presentations, and product discounts from corporate sponsors.
Life membership options available at $350-$600 depending on category, including commemorative certificate and metal challenge coin.
NLEFIA offers multiple instructor development paths:
NLEFIA conducts courses across the United States, with 2026 events scheduled in Virginia, Washington, North Carolina, Kansas, Colorado, Texas, Tennessee, Wyoming, California, Pennsylvania, and more. Most courses run 0800-1700 hours with online components completed before in-person attendance.
Current Policy: SIG Sauer P320 firearms prohibited in all NLEFIA courses pending safety review.
Phone: 800-930-2953 Email: [email protected] Mailing Address: Box 17063, Tucson, AZ 85731 Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-4pm Arizona time
For membership questions: [email protected] For training/director questions: [email protected]
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