Firearm Safety Course
This is a theory-only Firearm Safety Course, if you are interested in doing the practical safety course please see the Practical Firearm Safety Course.
This in-person event is designed to equip participants with essential knowledge and skills to ensure safe handling and operation of firearms. The course is approved by Victoria Police for longarm firearm licence applications.
Interpreters will not be permitted during this course to avoid disrupting other attendees.
(Members receive a 20% discount on all courses).
Book a date in the table below and read the details at the bottom of the page.
Upcoming Classes - All Locations
| Name | Location | Date | Time | Available Spaces | Cost | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Yea Council Chambers | 18 March 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 21 | $80.00 | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Little River SSAA Range | 19 March 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 13 | $80.00 | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Springvale SSAA Range | 21 March 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 10 | $80.00 | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Portland RSL Sub Branch | 26 March 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 21 | $80.00 | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Springvale SSAA Range | 26 March 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 19 | $80.00 | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Springvale SSAA Range | 4 April 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 21 | $80.00 | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Springvale SSAA Range | 9 April 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 24 | $80.00 | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Portland RSL Sub Branch | 16 April 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 24 | $80.00 | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Box Hill SSAA Victoria | 16 April 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 18 | $80.00 | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Little River SSAA Range | 16 April 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 21 | $80.00 | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Springvale SSAA Range | 23 April 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 24 | $80.00 | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Yea Council Chambers | 20 May 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 24 | $80.00 | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Portland RSL Sub Branch | 21 May 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 24 | $80.00 | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Yea Council Chambers | 22 July 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 24 | $80.00 | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Yea Council Chambers | 23 September 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 24 | $80.00 | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Yea Council Chambers | 18 November 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 24 | $80.00 |
Upcoming Classes - Metropolitan
| Name | Location | Date | Time | Available Spaces | Cost | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Little River SSAA Range | 19 March 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 13 | $80.00 | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Springvale SSAA Range | 21 March 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 10 | $80.00 | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Springvale SSAA Range | 26 March 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 19 | $80.00 | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Springvale SSAA Range | 4 April 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 21 | $80.00 | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Springvale SSAA Range | 9 April 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 24 | $80.00 | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Box Hill SSAA Victoria | 16 April 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 18 | $80.00 | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Little River SSAA Range | 16 April 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 21 | $80.00 | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Springvale SSAA Range | 23 April 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 24 | $80.00 |
Upcoming Classes - RegioNAL
| Name | Location | Date | Time | Available Spaces | Cost | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Yea Council Chambers | 18 March 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 21 | $80.00 | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Portland RSL Sub Branch | 26 March 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 21 | $80.00 | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Portland RSL Sub Branch | 16 April 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 24 | $80.00 | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Yea Council Chambers | 20 May 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 24 | $80.00 | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Portland RSL Sub Branch | 21 May 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 24 | $80.00 | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Yea Council Chambers | 22 July 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 24 | $80.00 | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Yea Council Chambers | 23 September 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 24 | $80.00 | |
| Firearm Safety Course | Yea Council Chambers | 18 November 2025 | 06:00 pm - 09:00 pm | 24 | $80.00 |
Course details
During this course, our experienced and qualified instructors will cover a range of topics including firearm information, firearm safety rules, firearm handling techniques, safe storage practices, and your legal responsibilities. This course is suitable for anyone wishing to apply for a longarm firearms licence in Victoria.
By attending this course, you will gain valuable insights and learn best practices to ensure the safety of yourself and those around you when handling firearms.
If you successfully complete this course, you will be issued a completion certificate. Ensure to keep this certificate as you will need to provide a copy when you submit your firearms licence application.
Spaces are limited, so be sure to secure your spot by registering in advance. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your firearms safety knowledge, we look forward to seeing you there!
- Cancellation (refund or reschedule): If you are unable to attend the course you have booked, you must notify the Training Department two (2) days prior to your booked session in order to obtain a refund or to reschedule. (All refunds will incur a $10 administration fee).
Resources
It is highly recommended to watch this video and read the Firearm Safety Code before attending your booked session:
For more details and to apply for a Victorian Firearm Licence, click on this link: