Shield Werks

Shieldwerks specializes in firearms instruction aligned with Montana's Enhanced Concealed Carry Permit (introduced 2024), which gains reciprocity with additional states. The Enhanced permit requires completion of a certified handgun course within the preceding 12 months—Shieldwerks' one-day course meets all state requirements.

• •Montana Enhanced Concealed Carry — One-day live fire covering:
• •Fundamental safety, nomenclature, weapon placement
• •Grip, stance, trigger control fundamentals
• •Loading, unloading, reloads
• •Live fire drills: instinctive shooting, speed vs. accuracy, multi-threat engagement
• •Basic gunshot wound medical response
• •Montana concealed carry and use of force law overview
• •Minimum: 200-300 rounds of ammunition

• •Level 2 Handgun — Intermediate course building on basics. Requires prior completion of the Enhanced/Basic course.
• •Non-dominant hand shooting, weapon transfers
• •One-handed reloads, use of cover while shooting
• •Introduction to team movement and basic tactics
• •Increased medical training with live fire component

• •Carbine Basic — Foundational rifle instruction. No prior experience required.
• •Safety, weapon handling, shooting fundamentals
• •Malfunction drills, marksmanship principles
• •Tactical movement, transitioning between positions
• •200-300 rounds of rifle ammunition required
• •Sling and sights recommended

• •Stop The Bleed/TCCC — Non-firearm tactical medical course (4-8 hours) for military, law enforcement, and first responders.
• •Care Under Fire, Tactical Field Care, Tactical Evacuation Care
• •Massive hemorrhage, airway, respiratory management
• •Hands-on casualty management before advanced care availability

All firearm courses require: - Quality semi-automatic handgun - Quality holster and supporting belt - 3+ spare magazines with holders - Hearing and eye protection - 18+ years old (21+ for Enhanced CCW permit) - No firearms prohibitions

Contact: Ethan at [email protected] or (406) 529-1564

Courses held at Hot Springs Range with detailed resource materials provided to students.