Upcoming CONTRACT VCQB® Instructor for the Dept of Veterans Affairs

Oct 5, 2026

  •  January 25, 2027 - January 27, 2027
     9:00 am - 6:00 pm

This is a closed/contracted course.

Course Prerequisites:

  • Current LE / MIL / GOV credentials.
  • A recognized basic instructor certification (e.g., POST, TCOLE, NRA LE, etc.) is mandatory.
  • Able to demonstrate and employ safe weapons handling during courses of fire.

Strongly Recommended:

  • Recognized Firearms / Tactics / CQB / Low Light Instructor Certifications are recommended but not required.
  • Previous intermediate-to-advanced firearms training, including courses of fire that addressed movement, barricades, working around others, communication, and adverse shooting positions.

Individual Equipment List:

  • Handgun with at least 3 magazines (5 if single stack) and a magazine pouch.
  • The holster must attach to the belt (paddle holsters are not allowed). Holsters must provide an active or passive retention device and be able to keep the holster in place while running or moving in and out of awkward positions. No SERPA or Vanguard-type holsters.
  • Carbine with sling. A weapon-mounted light is strongly recommended (if allowed by department SOP). A minimum of 3 magazines and a method for securing them are required. The carbine needs to be zeroed prior to class.
  • 1000 rounds of handgun / 600 rounds of carbine (no green tip) ammunition.
  • NLTA Handgun (we can provide the weapon platform if you are using UTM)
  • NLTA Carbine (we can provide the weapon platform if you are using UTM)
  • NLTA: 100 handgun / 100 carbine
  • PPE for force-on-force training.
  • CAT or SOF TQ on your person is mandatory; an IFAK is recommended.
  • A laptop or tablet for nightly homework.
  • Cleaning kit and gun lube.
  • Eye protection and electronic ear protection.
  • Long-sleeve shirt, gloves, and knee pads are mandatory. Elbow pads and shemagh (face wrap) are optional.
  • Full duty belt / tactical loadout (your normal work setup).
  • Handheld flashlight, extra batteries, and clear eye protection for low-light work.
  • 2 chem lights (any color).
  • Notepad, pen, and permanent marker.
  • Multi-tool (Multitasker / Gerber / Leatherman).
  • Water and snacks.

Venue:  

Address:
Los Angeles, California, United States