The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) has chosen the American Gunsmithing Institute (AGI), as their exclusive Professional Gunsmithing Training Provider.
“The AGI Gunsmithing Course is part of a new and unique, five-tier internal staff development program to increase the skill level of our members in the Design, Function, and Repair (DF&R) of Pistols, Revolvers, Shotguns, Rimfires, and Centerfire Rifles,” states Greg Raines, CMP Chief Commercial Officer. “Now, our team members who come to work for us and become Certified Armorers, will also have the opportunity to become Certified Gunsmiths. This gives them a comprehensive understanding of firearms and firearms systems and enables them to be significantly better equipped to evaluate, maintain, repair, and/or customize firearms that are brought into the shops.”
The new partnership combines the skills of a Certified Armorer with those of a Certified Gunsmith. A Certified Armorer understands the overall design and function of specific models of firearms, has the ability to completely disassemble and reassemble them, and is qualified to replace worn, broken, or defective components with factory replacements. A Certified Gunsmith performs all of the functions of an Armorer and is also able to diagnose systems, fit, repair, heattreat, and make replacement parts.
“We are honored to partner with CMP and this training will elevate their staff’s knowledge base and skill level. They will have a thorough understanding of firearms internal systems, operations, and repairs,” states Gene Kelly, AGI Founder and President.
In the AGI training process, each student has a dedicated student portal with access to video instruction and Master Gunsmith Instructor support. The student can progress through the course at their own pace, reviewing materials at any time. They are then tested on their knowledge of Design, Function and Repair in General Gunsmithing, Pistolsmithing, Shotguns, Rimfires, and Centerfire Rifles with testing and certifications for each of the five core sections of the course.
“Since AGI has been training Gunsmiths for over 30 years, and is known and respected in the industry, we knew it would be the perfect partnership,” states Raines. “AGI is the only school that teaches Design, Function, and Repair Gunsmithing and will provide our team members with the necessary knowledge to work on firearms and better serve their customers. Plus, this training will help our members be better equipped to facilitate CMP Shooting matches, assist competitors with issues, and ensure a safe environment.”
About The American Gunsmithing Institute (AGI)
The American Gunsmithing Institute was founded by Gene Kelly in 1993 as a Virtual Trade School™ offering the most expansive library of Certified Gunsmithing courses in the world. Over 15,000 students have been trained in detailed Firearm Design, Function, and Repair (DF&R) along with customizing of firearms, taught stepbystep via video instruction by Master Gunsmiths. AGI students learn the skills necessary to begin new careers as AGI Certified Professional Gunsmiths and create financial independence. AGI is a Postsecondary institution approved to operate by the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. www.AmericanGunsmithingInstitute.com
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About The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP)
The Civilian Marksmanship Program is a national organization dedicated to training
and educating U.S. citizens in responsible uses of firearms and airguns through gun safety training, marksmanship training, and competitions. The CMP is a federally chartered 501(c)(3) corporation that places its highest priority on serving youth through gun safety and marksmanship activities that encourage personal growth and build life skills. https://thecmp.org
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