Range Officer

Range Officers play a big role in the success of USPSA. The North Carolina Section coordinates certification courses in each year.

If you’re interested in earning your USPSA Range Officer (RO) or Chief Range Officer (CRO) certification, please submit your details below. Submitting your information allows us to be able to understand where in the state there is a nee for courses and who is interested in earning their certification.

A Range Officer Course for USPSA (United States Practical Shooting Association) is designed to train individuals to be able to effectively and safely run practical shooting matches. The course covers the rules and regulations of USPSA, as well as safety protocols and procedures for match setup, scoring, and communication with competitors.

The course typically spans two days and consists of both classroom instruction and hands-on training on the range. During the classroom portion, participants learn about the various divisions, equipment rules, scoring and penalties, and how to effectively manage a match. They also learn about the role of the Range Officer (RO) and the responsibilities associated with running a match.

During the range portion of the course, participants are trained on how to properly set up stages, reset targets, and communicate with competitors. They also learn how to identify and manage safety violations and how to score matches accurately and efficiently.

Upon completion of the course, participants must pass a written exam and a practical exam to become certified Range Officers for USPSA. Certified Range Officers are essential to the safe and efficient operation of practical shooting matches, and they play a critical role in ensuring that the sport remains enjoyable and challenging for all participants.

July 13-14, 2024

Range Officer Seminar

Hosted by Sir Walter Gun Club

Any students who take this RO class and then work the Carolina Classic match in 2024 will have their $50 class fee reimbursed back to them.

Saturday will be a full day in the classroom, followed by a half day Sunday which includes exercises on the range.

We will provide lunch on Saturday for all students. Please bring any beverages (water, coffee, etc.) or snacks you may want. Please come prepared with your shooting gear for the on range exercises that will happen on Sunday.

About NROI

Learn more about the National Range Officers Institute.

Certification

Find out what is needed to earn your certification as a Range Officer (RO) or Chief Range Officer (CRO).

Find NROI Seminars

View a schedule of upcoming RO and CRO classes.