Handle And Use A Manually Operated Rifle Or Carbine (Firearms Training)

FCATC is one of the original accredited firearm training providers and a Lead Service Provider with Professional Firearm Trainers Council (PFTC) to service the needs since 2004.

​Prospective firearm users/owners must be declared competent in the knowledge, practical safe and responsible ownership of a firearm before applying for a competency certificate.

A competency certificate is the first requirement before applying for a firearm licence with the South African Police Service.

FCATC was established in terms of the Firearms Control Act 60 of 2000 to fulfil this role.

Our training centre offers foundational knowledge modules to understand the legal and responsibilities of firearm ownership as well as practical skill modules to demonstrate the safe handling and use of a firearm. Successful candidates will receive a certificate validating internal assessment criteria was met. The achievement will be acknowledged by a Statement of Results issued by the quality assurance body.