Filmed in a professional studio and taught by a retired police instructor, Introduction to Handgun Safety is a free, engaging, easy‑to‑follow online course that covers basic firearm safety and handling from the comfort of your home. Please note: this class is not sufficient to apply for a handgun license or permit to purchase in New York.

This is the course accepted by many New York Courts and other organizations to satisfy legal requirements.  Press the green button to sign up and get started for free!

New York Court Required Gun Safety Training

Many New York courts and agencies accept online safety certificates for required training, but policies vary by jurisdiction. If you plan to use a certificate for a court requirement, check with the requesting office ahead of purchase to confirm acceptance. For general safety refreshers, or new firearm owners, the course offers a practical, time‑efficient way to build safer habits.

If you represent a court or other requiring authority, please visit our Courts and Other Requiring Authorities page to learn everything you need to know about the mechanics of the course.

  Introduction to Handgun Safety is trusted by hundreds of accepting authorities, including court juirisdictions, state governments, movie studios, adoption agencies, gun clubs, and secondary schools.  Our system allows for real time validation of presented ceretificates, so you can be sure that the presented certificate is legitimate.

What the Course Covers

The course reviews core safety principles and practical handling skills, including safe transportation, secure storage, and considerations for defensive shooting situations. Lessons emphasize risk reduction, legal awareness, and building safe habits whether you’re a new owner or refreshing your fundamentals.

Format and Accessibility

You can take the course on any web‑enabled device — no downloads or special software required. The course is self‑paced: start and stop whenever you like and the system will remember your progress. The curriculum is divided into six video modules, each followed by a short multiple‑choice quiz, and concludes with a final multiple‑choice exam. After you pass, you may review videos and retake quizzes and the final as often as needed.

Time to Complete

Most students finish the full course in about 90 minutes. It’s a compact, practical option for people who want a solid foundation in handgun safety without committing to an in‑person class.

Cost and Certificate

Taking the course is free and contains no ads. If you need a traceable, printable completion certificate for submission to a court, agency, club, or other organization, you may purchase one at the end of the course for $89.99. Acceptance of certificates can vary by court or organization; if an organization declines our certificate when you present it for a valid requirement, we will provide a full refund.

Get Started!

Register now to begin the course and build safer habits today. If you have questions about certificate use in a particular jurisdiction, contact the requesting agency or court before purchasing the certificate — and feel free to reach out to us for guidance or assistance. Good luck, and shoot safely.