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Texas Gun Safety Course (Non-LTC Certification)

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Texas Gun Safety Course (Non-LTC Certification)

Welcome to Train Protect Defend’s online Texas Gun Safety Course, designed for individuals needing a court-ordered or organization-required gun safety class.

This course is perfect for:
✔ Individuals with firearm-related court requirements
✔ Probation or deferred adjudication participants
✔ Foster or adoptive parents
✔ Employees needing firearms safety documentation
✔ Private citizens seeking safety training (non-LTC)

Key Features:

  • 100% online — no firearm handling or shooting required
  • Covers safety, storage, Texas gun laws, and conflict resolution
  • Final exam with 70% passing score (three attempts allowed)
  • Certificate of Completion recognized by Texas courts and agencies
  • Fast, convenient, and taught by a top-rated Texas instructor

Important: This course does NOT qualify for a Texas LTC and cannot be used to apply for one.

Texas Gun Safety Course (Non-LTC Certification) — FAQ

Q: Who needs this course?
A: Anyone required by a Texas court, probation office, or organization to complete a gun safety class. This includes individuals with certain firearm-related offenses, foster/adoptive parents, or people required by employers to document firearms safety training.

Q: Is this course the same as the Texas License to Carry (LTC) course?
A: No. This course does NOT qualify for a Texas LTC and cannot be used to apply for one.

Q: Is this course online or in-person?
A: It’s 100% online — no live firearm handling or shooting qualification is required.

Q: Will I get a certificate when I finish?
A: Yes! You’ll receive a Certificate of Completion recognized by Texas courts, probation offices, and many organizations.

Q: How long is the course?
A: Most students complete it in 2–4 hours, depending on their pace.

Q: How do I pass the course?
A: You must complete all modules and score 70% or higher on the final exam. You have up to three attempts to pass.

Q: What topics are covered?

  • Firearms safety fundamentals
  • Texas gun laws and legal responsibilities
  • Secure storage practices
  • Non-violent conflict resolution

The instructor, Walt Mayfield, is a certified firearms instructor holding multiple credentials, including Texas License to Carry Instructor (GC 411.188 and GC 411.190), NRA Certified Pistol Instructor, and USCCA Certified Instructor and Training Counselor. Walt brings over 20 years of experience in firearms safety, Texas firearm laws, defensive training, and responsible gun ownership.