twomillenium wrote:Welcome to the forum, if you are the instructor then you should know that you can not require extra instruction for a student who has passed the course. The state sets the standards and if they (the student) have been allowed to take your course and they passed the tests. Then you (the state certified instructor) can not add extra instruction in order for them (the student/s)to get the certificate of completion they have already earned. Of course, if you are the state certified instructor, you already know this.ConcealedCarryTX.com wrote:Hi everybody,
I am an instructor in the Dallas area, teaching a few years. And I totally agree with having basic pistol instruction before taking my class. And if and when they passed the course, if I'm not comfortable with their skill level, I schedule a 3 hour session (and charge them) before I give them their certificate. It's only the right thing to do, in my opinion.
Someone had mentioned in a previous post about inserting the magazine in backwards, then having a round in the chamber in reverse. Either I'm dumb, but that is literally impossible to do. I can understand trying to put the magazine in backwards (which I've never seen successfully done--ever!), but a round in the chamber? It ain't happening.
And get with a moderator to change your screen name since you are not suppose to use your/a company name for your screen name.
Read the forum rules for a more enjoyable and fun time here, they are not hard to follow.
Again welcome to the forum.
Dear twomilienium,
Let me say a big "Thank you" to you and Chas for your constructive reply! I would like to clarify my post, because I was probably writing too quickly, being I had been without much sleep the last 24 hours. I just want to make sure I didn't misspeak and/or apologize if I did. (My post does sound a bit cocky).
1. I don't withhold their LTC certificate until they take my Basic Class. If they pass the Classroom portion, but not the Proficiency (after 3 attempts), I give them their Certificate, just without the bottom portion signed (obviously). Then I encourage (not require) them to take Basic from anyone qualified to teach and help them, and then to practice. They know I'm available to help. I have taught Basic Pistol to several students and didn't require payment from them, because they didn't have the funds and I just wanted to help them get better (I probably do this to a fault, but it's just the way I am. I love helping people).
2. Yes, I'm getting with Chas to change screen name. Thank you for suggesting. Being a Freshman in this forum, I want to always play by the rules and ettiquette.
3. Regarding the loading backwards in a firearm, I just haven't seen it. If it has happened, please educate me. I do, however, see how the casing could get jammed if forced.
Anyway, thanks to the rest of you CHL/LTC friends for your suggestions and feedback. You all provide a wealth of info and ideas, and I'm grateful!
Happy Labor Day to you!
CCT (Al)