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Absolute Protection Solutions Academy operates a firearms training center in Joliet focused on getting shooters licensed and competent. Their core differentiator: courses are structured into 4-hour blocks that don't require a specific sequence, so you can start training whenever it fits your life. T...
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Absolute Protection Solutions Academy operates a firearms training center in Joliet focused on getting shooters licensed and competent. Their core differentiator: courses are structured into 4-hour blocks that don't require a specific sequence, so you can start training whenever it fits your life.
They've eliminated the "waiting for Block 1" problem that plagues other training programs. Sign up for their Illinois Concealed Carry course and join whenever convenient. Most courses offer full-course discounts, but they also accept financing and "pay as you go" options.
Their Shooter Resource Center includes a Fire Arms Training Simulator (F.A.T.S.) — a technology component that bridges classroom and live-fire training. This isn't just classroom time or range time in isolation; it's integrated.
Schedule a 30-minute consultation with no charge. You'll tour the facility, see course materials, and experience how the F.A.T.S. simulator works into their curriculum before committing.
| Course | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|
| NRA FIRST Steps Pistol | 4 hours | Intro for new buyers. Covers one specific pistol action type, safe handling, fundamentals. Max 4 students. |
| NRA Basic Pistol | 8 hours (2 blocks) | Revolvers and semi-autos. Covers parts, operation, ammunition, fundamentals, cleaning. Satisfies 8 of 16 Illinois CCL training hours. |
| NRA FIRST Steps Rifle | 4 hours | Intro to one specific rifle action type. Safe handling, fundamentals, cleaning. Max 4 students. |
| NRA Basic Rifle | 12 hours (3 blocks) | Multiple rifle positions: bench, prone, sitting, standing, kneeling. Includes exam. |
| NRA Personal Protection In Home | 8 hours (2 blocks) | Defensive handgun skills, home safety strategies, self-defense law. ~100 rounds fired. Requires NRA Basic Pistol cert or equivalent. |
| NRA Personal Protection Outside Home | Level 1: 8 hours (2 blocks) + Level 2: 8 hours (2 blocks) | Concealed carry fundamentals through advanced presentation from concealment. Multiple shooting positions. ~100 rounds (Level 1), ~115 rounds (Level 2). |
This is the course people come for.
It's 16 hours across 4 blocks, and the breadth is extensive:
Military or Law Enforcement Credit: If you have military service (DD 214 with pistol qual) or prior LE experience, you may receive partial credit. Proof required. All blocks must be completed within 6 months of starting.
One-on-one or small group training in the classroom, simulator, and on the live-fire range. Instructors use NRA and USCCA curriculum combined with F.A.T.S. technology. Ideal for: - Completely new shooters wanting focused attention - Experienced shooters refining technique
2769 Black Road Joliet, IL 60435 877-933-5751
The academy challenges students: "Try to find a better Concealed Carry and Home Defense course than this one." The 16-hour USCCA course is comprehensive—not just gun and law, but threat response, aftermath management, and practical skills.
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