# Event Details - **Event Name**: 9-Hour Church Safety: Armed Staff Readiness Course - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 08:00 am – Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: HB 193 / G.S. 14-269.2 Educational Property Law Compliance Training for Faith-Based Schools & Church Security Teams Churches and faith-based schools have a responsibility to remain welcoming places of worship while also protecting the people who gather there. North Carolina law now allows certain authorized employees and volunteers of nonpublic schools to carry firearms on educational property when specific legal requirements are met. The 9-Hour Church Safety & Armed Staff Readiness Course prepares church leadership and designated staff to meet those responsibilities with competence, accountability, and professionalism. This program provides the training foundation required under North Carolina law, along with the practical safety skills needed to responsibly serve on a church or faith-based school safety team. Delivered by Trace Armory Group, this course will issue upon successful completion of the NRA Defensive Pistol Certificate. The course focuses on safety, legal awareness, responsible firearm handling, and the ethical responsibilities associated with protecting a congregation. Who This Course Is For This training is designed for: Church safety team members Nonpublic school employees or volunteers authorized to carry under HB 193 / G.S. 14-269.2 Pastors, elders, deacons, and trustees are responsible for safety decisions Faith-based school administrators and staff Church ushers and security volunteers Armed staff responsible for protecting worship services or church events This course is appropriate for individuals serving in churches, synagogues, mosques, and other faith communities across North Carolina. North Carolina Compliance Focus This course supports compliance with: North Carolina HB 193 G.S. 14-269.2 Educational Property Law Concealed Handgun Permit requirements (Article 54B) Annual firearm safety training requirements for authorized armed staff Participants will understand how churches and faith-based schools can safely and responsibly implement security programs while maintaining the welcoming culture expected in a place of worship. What Students Will Learn This course is the NRA Defensive Pistol Course, which combines classroom instruction with practical training to prepare church safety personnel for responsible service. Students will learn: Defensive Mindset & Responsibility Developing a protector mindset rooted in accountability, restraint, and stewardship. Threat Awareness & Situational Assessment Recognizing potential threats and making sound decisions under pressure. Use-of-Force Principles Understanding when defensive force may be legally justified under North Carolina law. Safe Firearm Handling Applying professional safety standards when carrying or handling a defensive firearm. Defensive Shooting Fundamentals Building consistent, accountable shooting performance under structured conditions. Accountability for Every Round Responsible defensive firearm use with consideration for innocent bystanders. Course Structure Total Course Length: 9 Hours The program includes: Classroom instruction Safety briefings and legal overview Defensive handgun fundamentals Structured live-fire exercises Church security considerations and response planning Training emphasizes safe gun handling, decision-making, and accountability in environments where families, children, and congregants are present. Prerequisites Participants must: Be legally eligible to possess a firearm Possess a valid North Carolina Concealed Handgun Permit Demonstrate safe firearm handling skills Be physically capable of participating in live-fire training Students should already possess basic handgun handling experience. Required Equipment Students bring: Defensive handgun Quality holster Minimum 200 rounds of ammunition Eye and ear protection Belt-mounted magazine carriers (recommended) Weather-appropriate clothing Why Churches Choose Trace Armory Group Trace Armory Group provides structured, accountable training focused on responsible firearm ownership and defensive preparedness. Our approach emphasizes: • Professional firearms instruction • Responsible defensive mindset • Legal awareness • Safety-first training environments • Practical skills that transfer to real-world situations Our goal is to ensure church safety personnel serve their communities with competence, discipline, and respect for the responsibility they carry. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ellerbe/9-hour-church-safety-armed-staff-readiness-course/200029802304621 - **Event Categories**: workshops, sports, nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Ellerbe - **state**: NC - **country**: United States - **location**: 422 Pappy Rabb Rd, Ellerbe, NC 28338-8432, United States - **lat**: 35.1264 - **long**: -79.6388 - **full address**: 422 Pappy Rabb Rd, Ellerbe, NC 28338-8432, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 9-Hour Church Safety: Armed Staff Readiness Course - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/a816e3ebdf8f5f90b81622200aa1e0755aa8c694f2d2f71b3b657a3ebcec4693-rimg-w1200-h675-dc010101-gmir?v=1776162043 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 9-Hour Church Safety: Armed Staff Readiness Course being held? - **A:** 9-Hour Church Safety: Armed Staff Readiness Course takes place on Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 08:00 am to Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm at 422 Pappy Rabb Rd, Ellerbe, NC 28338-8432, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 9-Hour Church Safety: Armed Staff Readiness Course? - **A:** 9-Hour Church Safety: Armed Staff Readiness Course is organized by Trace Armory Group. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 9-Hour Church Safety: Armed Staff Readiness Course is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Ellerbe, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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