11029NAT Course in Firearms and Weapons Safety (Approved for firearms licensing in QLD)

Achieve Your Firearms Licence with the 11029NAT Course in Firearms Safety in Brisbane, QLD

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The 11029NAT Course in Firearms Safety in Brisbane, QLD at NSTA Hillcrest is designed to equip firearms licence applicants with the essential knowledge and skills for the lawful, responsible, and safe use of various categories of firearms and other weapons. Whether for occupational purposes, sports or target shooting, recreational pursuits, firearms collection, historical demonstrations, or military re-enactments, this course ensures you meet the training requirements set out by the Weapons Categories Regulation 1997. Join us at NSTA Hillcrest to advance your expertise and fulfil the requirements for obtaining a recreational or occupational firearms licence.

This course specifies the knowledge and skills weapons licence applicants require for the lawful, responsible and safe use of a various categories of firearms and other weapons for occupational purposes, sports or target shooting and recreational pursuits, including firearms collection and historical demonstrations and military re-enactments. The Weapons Categories Regulation 1997 provides a list of weapons that fall within the various weapons categories. 

This course meets the training requirements for the issue of recreational and occupational firearms licences. (For Security Guard Training See CPP30411 Certificate III in Security Operations)

Units

• Core Units
  • ✔ NAT11029001 — Demonstrate knowledge of weapons legislation, weapons, and community safety
• Elective Units
  • ✔ NAT11029002 — Use Category A and B firearms lawfully, safely, and responsibly
  • ✔ NAT11029003 — Use Category C firearms lawfully, safely, and responsibly
  • ✔ NAT11029004 — Use Category D firearms lawfully, safely, and responsibly
  • ✔ NAT11029005 — Use Category H firearms lawfully, safely, and responsibly

On successful completion, you will receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for the core unit and the elective category/ies completed (e.g., A/B, C, D, H). This evidence is used when applying for a Queensland firearms licence. Training is delivered at NSTA Hillcrest in Brisbane, combining classroom theory with supervised practical components.

Delivery & Assessment

Training is delivered on campus at NSTA Hillcrest (Brisbane, QLD) with classroom theory and supervised practical components.

✔ Written knowledge checks for the core unit

✔ Observed practical demonstrations for your chosen elective category/ies (e.g., A/B, C, D, H)

✔ On successful completion, you’ll receive a Statement of Attainment listing the category/ies completed

Entry Requirements (Eligibility)

✔ Valid photo identification for enrolment and training days

✔ USI (Unique Student Identifier) for nationally recognised training

✔ Meet Queensland Weapons Licensing eligibility for your intended licence category/ies

✔ Note: Completing this course does not grant a licence; you must apply to the regulator and meet all licensing requirements

What to Bring

✔ Valid photo ID and your USI

✔ Closed-toe footwear and suitable attire for practical components

✔ Any prescription eyewear required for safe participation

✔ Be prepared to follow instructor directions and range rules at all times

Train in Queensland (QLD) – Hillcrest Campus

Convenient for learners from Brisbane, Logan, Browns Plains, Springfield, Ipswich, Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast, with on-site parking and nearby public transport.

Outcomes & Next Steps

✔ Receive a Statement of Attainment that specifies the firearm category/ies you completed (e.g., A/B, H)

✔ Use this statement when applying to Queensland Weapons Licensing for your licence

✔ Not sure which categories you need? Contact us to speak with a trainer

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