LEOSA Qualification

COURSE OF FIRE

Fifty (50) round New York State DCJS qualification course of fire.
A passing score of 70 percent with factory ammunition is required.

3-yard line – 12 rounds fired in two phases: 

Phase # 1 – 6 rounds fired in two round increments – no time limit
Phase # 2 – 6 rounds fired in 6 seconds 

7-yard line – 18 rounds fired in two phases: 

Phase # 1 – 6 rounds fired in two round increments – no time limit
Phase # 1 – 12 rounds fired in 25 seconds with one reload

15-yard line – 12 rounds fired in 40 seconds with one reload 

25-yard line – 8 rounds fired in 40 seconds with one reload

1. NYS Pistol License 
2. A current Retired/Separated photo ID from your former department or agency 
3. An affidavit (download from this page), sign at course. 
4. Ear protection, eye protection
5. Firearm: semi-automatic and/or revolver with holster 
6. 2 magazines or speed loaders – timed events
7. A minimum of 50 rounds of ammunition for the firearm(s) you are using. Factory ammunition only-no reloads 
8. Fee: Cash or money order. 
9. Proper clothing for the weather conditions. 
10. Bug spray, sun screen, rain wear 

 After firing a passing score the former officer will be issued a LEOSA Compliant ID card. The card is laminated and states that the eligible individual passed the  qualification course, the date, the type of firearm used (revolver or semi-automatic or both), with signature and contact information that can be used to  verify the authenticity the card. 

The qualification course was designed for 6 shot revolvers. Five shot revolvers are more difficult to qualify with. If at all possible use a 6 shot service type revolver. 

Reloading devices are suggested but not required.

There is no minimum caliber size.

Courses are offered monthly beginning in May and continuing through October.