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Proactive Training Academy. MN Permit to Carry. MN Permit to Carry Renewal.

Permit to Carry

In this Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals class, you will learn the basics of self-defense, home defense, and concealed carry.

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Firearms Coaching and Training

Here at Proactive Training Academy, we are certified firearm instructors. Whether you have never touched a firearm before and are looking for guidance in basic firearm safety, or you are an experienced shooter looking to build on our current knowledge, we are here to help.

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Active Threat / Workplace Violence Prevention

Active Threat / Workplace Violence Awareness and Prevention Part I course is instructed by Certified USCCA instructors. You will learn about the best way to recognize a potential threat before it occurs and what to do if you find yourself in an Active Threat Situation.

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Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR

The AHA’s BLS CPR course trains participants to promptly recognize several life-threatening emergencies, give high-quality chest compressions, deliver appropriate ventilations and provide early use of an AED.

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Heartsaver CPR

The AHA’s Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED course trains participants to provide first aid, CPR, and use an automated external defibrillator (AED) in a safe, timely, and effective manner.

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The AHA’s Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED Course is designed for anyone with little or no medical training who needs a course completion card for their job, regulatory (e.g., OSHA), or other requirements, or anyone who wants to be prepared for an
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