Firearm instructor using an orange training replica to explain a point in the training manual to two learners in a classroom

PFTC-Accredited · SAQA-Aligned

Firearm Training Material.

GFT develops and distributes PFTC-accredited firearm training material to providers across South Africa. Every guide, assessment and moderation tool is aligned with SAQA unit standards.

For Training Providers

Full Catalogue Access

Guides and assessment tools for every unit standard GFT offers.

For Learners

Know What to Expect

The material your instructor trains you with.

Lead Service Provider

PFTC-Recognised

Our material meets the standard required of a Lead Service Provider.

Why Our Material

Built for the Field.
Not Just the Classroom.

Good training starts with a good instructor. Our material is consistently updated, fully accredited, and designed to make instruction easier, not harder.

Always Current

Updated to reflect the latest Firearms Control Act and PFTC standards. Every guide stays current so your training does too.

Instructor-Ready

Detailed images, step-by-step content and assessment tools built in. Less prep time for you, better outcomes for your learners.

Fully Accredited

PFTC-accredited and SAQA unit standard-aligned. Every guide carries the credentials your learners need for their competency certificate.

Bilingual

Basic training material is available in both English and Afrikaans. Train your learners in the language they're most comfortable in.

Firearm instructor pointing out a section in an open GFT learner guide

Accredited & Recognised By

PFTC-Accredited

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Developed and distributed by Global Firearm Trainers to accredited training providers across South Africa.

Basic Training

Category 1 to 2

A Basic Firearm Instructor may only deliver Category 1 to 2 training. Instructors who wish to present muzzle-loader training must provide valid muzzle-loader competency, the required permits, and accredited qualifications. Category 1 to 2 covers unit standards 117705, 119649, 119650, 119651, 119652, and 243200.

Firearms Control Act learner guide cover

Firearms Control ActU/S 117705

HandgunU/S 119649

Self-loading rifle / carbineU/S 119650

Manually operated rifle learner guide cover

Manually operated rifleU/S 119651

ShotgunU/S 119652

Muzzle-loading firearmU/S 243200

Intermediate Training

Category 1 to 3

An Intermediate Firearm Instructor may deliver Category 1 to 3 training. Category 3 covers unit standards 123511, 123514, 123515, 123519, 123516, 120487, and Regulation 21.

HandgunU/S 123515

Self-loading rifle / carbineU/S 123511

Manually operated rifleU/S 123519

ShotgunU/S 123514

Regulation 21REG21

Range OfficerU/S 123516

Advanced Training

Category 1 to 4

An Advanced Firearm Instructor may deliver Category 1 to 4 training. Instructors who wish to present tactical firearm training must submit a CV detailing their relevant tactical experience, along with supporting certificates. Category 4 covers unit standards 123510, 123512, 123513, 123518, and 123517.

Tactical KnowledgeU/S 123510

HandgunU/S 123513

Self-loading rifle / carbineU/S 123518

ShotgunU/S 123512

Supervise Tactical Shooting learner guide cover

Supervise Tactical ShootingU/S 123517

Instructor Training

Category 1 to 5

A GFT Master Instructor may deliver Category 1 to 5 training. Master Instructors train Instructors, who in turn train new shooters. Category 5 covers unit standards 123520, 115753, 116483, and 117870.

Supervise Firearm Training learner guide cover

Supervise Firearm TrainingU/S 123520

Conduct Outcome-Based Assessment learner guide cover

Conduct Outcome-Based AssessmentU/S 115753

Ethical Decision-Making & Problem Solving learner guide cover

Ethical Decision-Making & Problem SolvingU/S 116483

Targeted Training & Development learner guide cover

Targeted Training & DevelopmentU/S 117870

Behind every confident shooter
is a trainer who took the time.”

Questions

Training Material, Answered.

What is GFT firearm training material?

It is the printed learner guides, formative and summative assessments, facilitator guides, model answers and assessment instruments that Global Firearm Trainers develops for each firearm unit standard. It is evaluated by the relevant ETQA and accredited by PFTC.

Is your firearm training material accredited?

Yes. It is PFTC-accredited and aligned to SAQA unit standards, so a training provider using it trains and assesses to the standard PFTC requires.

Which levels does the material cover?

Basic (Category 1 to 2), Intermediate (Category 1 to 3), Advanced (Category 1 to 4) and Instructor training (Category 1 to 5). Basic material is available in English and Afrikaans.

Who can use GFT training material?

Training providers with an approved GFT agreement. If you want to be trained, find an accredited training centre near you in our directory, and your instructor will train you with the material. Find a training centre.

How does a training provider get the material?

Apply to become a GFT provider. Once your application and agreement are approved, you order the material through your provider portal. Become a GFT provider.

Can I download your firearm training material as a PDF?

No. The learner guides, assessments and instruments are supplied as printed copies, each traceable by its own number, so PFTC can verify it on a visit. Learners receive their guide from their accredited training provider.