10880NAT
Course in Firearms Safety (approved for Firearms Licensing in Tasmania)

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Course in Firearms Safety (approved for Firearms Licensing in Tasmania)

The fee you pay at TasTAFE will depend on the course you choose and may vary depending on the level of government subsidy available, the cost of delivery, any previous study you have undertaken and/or your personal circumstances.

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Course overview

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Locations

Statewide
Statewide

Attendance options

Part-time

Study type

On-Site

Tuition Fees

Commercial $ PoA

Additional fees may apply. For more information, see Fees, payments and other costs.

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Please note: The course overview is intended as a guide only. Not all courses are available at all locations or through all study types and attendance options. Please check Locations, Dates and Times below or enquire for further information.

Meet the requirements for gaining a Firearms Licence in Tasmania.

Firearms Safety Courses are conducted to determine the competency of applicants for Firearms Licences, and will assist you to meet the requirements for obtaining a Firearms Licence in Tasmania. Training can be undertaken across firearms categories A, B, C, D and H.

To enrol in this course, you must have written approval from Tasmania Police. You may only enrol in the category of firearms course for which Tasmania Police approval has been given.

The course includes four hours theory in a classroom and four hours practical experience on a Tasmania Police-approved shooting range.

In the classroom, you will learn about the legislation that applies to firearms ownership and use in Tasmania, the different types of firearms and ammunition you may encounter, and the safety rules associated with shooting. You’ll also learn about the practical aspects of using firearms safely and your obligations and responsibilities to community safety awareness, including legal and social responsibilities, the circumstances and consequences of firearms misuse, and ethics and assistance.

For the practical part of the course, you will go to a Tasmania Police-approved shooting range where you will learn how to carry firearms safely, how to load and unload different types of firearms, how to safely store and transport your firearms, and how to use different categories of firearms safely.

On successful completion of this course, you will be posted a Statement of Results confirming that you have fulfilled the requirements for training in the particular categories of firearms for which you have applied. Tasmania Police Firearms Services will also be advised so that they can proceed with the next stage to issue you with your Firearms Licence.

To enrol in this course, you must have written approval from Tasmania Police. You may only enrol in the category of firearms course for which Tasmania Police approval has been given.

The course includes four hours theory in a classroom and four hours practical experience on a Tasmania Police-approved shooting range.

Firearms Licence categories A & B

Campus	Date	Attendance/Duration	Study type	Apply/Enquire
North
Mowbray	1 May 2025 - 1 May 2025	Part-time	On-Site	Enrol & pay now
Mowbray	3 May 2025 - 3 May 2025	Part-time	On-Site	Enquire now
Mowbray	8 May 2025 - 8 May 2025	Part-time	On-Site	Enrol & pay now
Mowbray	15 May 2025 - 15 May 2025	Part-time	On-Site	Enrol & pay now
Mowbray	29 May 2025 - 29 May 2025	Part-time	On-Site	Enrol & pay now

Mowbray	31 May 2025 - 31 May 2025	Part-time	On-Site	Enrol & pay now
South
Pontville	30 Apr 2025 - 30 Apr 2025	Part-time	On-Site	Enquire now
Pontville	1 May 2025 - 1 May 2025	Part-time	On-Site	Enrol & pay now
Pontville	15 May 2025 - 15 May 2025	Part-time	On-Site	Enrol & pay now
Pontville	28 May 2025 - 28 May 2025	Part-time	On-Site	Enrol & pay now
Pontville	29 May 2025 - 29 May 2025	Part-time	On-Site	Enrol & pay now

Pontville	5 Jun 2025 - 5 Jun 2025	Part-time	On-Site	Enrol & pay now
Pontville	25 Jun 2025 - 25 Jun 2025	Part-time	On-Site	Enrol & pay now

Other Firearms Licence categories

Campus	Date	Attendance/Duration	Study type	Apply/Enquire
Statewide
Statewide	1 Jan 2025 - 24 Dec 2025	Part-time GENERIC FIREARMS APPLICATION	On-Site	Apply now

Entry

Go to Service Tasmania to lodge your application for a Firearms Licence.

When Tasmania Police approve the granting of the licence, they will forward you written approval to enrol in a course together with an information sheet about the course and how to apply online.

Upon receipt of your enrolment and payment, TasTAFE will send you confirmation of the course date and venue together with study notes and a pre-course examination paper for you to complete before the day of the course.

50 points of identification must be presented on the day of the course.

You are ineligible to enrol in a Firearms Course without Tasmania Police approval.

Fees, payments and other costs

Your tuition fees cover the basic materials needed for your course, but may not cover items such as text books, workbooks, uniform, online learning resources or personal protective clothing. Depending on your course, there may also be other expenses that you need to budget for.

For courses undertaken in 12 months or less, you will be invoiced the full course fee (including any other essential fees associated with your course).

*For courses studied over multiple years, your course and other fees will be split over the years of study, with the concession fee being charged on a yearly basis. At the time of enrolment you will be invoiced for the first year’s fees. An invoice will be raised in each subsequent year around the same time as your ‘enrolment anniversary’.

Further information on fees, payments and other costs.

Assessment methods

Assessments are designed to help you demonstrate the skills and knowledge you learn in your course and are an essential part of your training. Assessments allow us to confirm that you can perform tasks to the standard required in the workplace, and that you can meet all of the requirements of your course.

While studying at TasTAFE, you may be assessed in a number of different ways. Some common assessment methods include:

completing workplace documents
observations on the job and/or in a simulated assessment environment
quizzes/multiple choice tests
research projects
tests – written or practical
verbal questioning
work samples
written assignments or short answers.

What you will need

There are different requirements depending on the course you are enrolled in.

Generally, it is recommended that you have access to a computer with a reliable internet connection and up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. TasTAFE has computers available for student use during normal business hours, at all major campuses.

For classes, please be prepared with standard items such as: pens, notebook or paper, USB.

You may also need to bring specific equipment, tools or personal protective equipment, your teacher will let you know.

Outcome and units

On successful completion of this course you will receive a 10880NAT - Course in Firearms Safety (approved for Firearms Licensing in Tasmania).

Below is a list of all core units that TasTAFE offers in this course.

Core units
NAT10880001	Demonstrate knowledge of Tasmanian firearms legislation, general firearms and community safety
NAT10880002	Demonstrate safe use of Category A and B firearms
NAT10880003	Demonstrate safe use of Category C firearms
NAT10880004	Demonstrate safe use of Category D firearms
NAT10880005	Demonstrate safe use of Category H firearms

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10880NAT Course in Firearms Safety (approved for Firearms Licensing in Tasmania)