Training Courses

SLR15 AR15 / M16 / M4 / AR308 Armorer Course

Date & Time:
  • November 10, 2026 – November 11, 2026
Location:
Hutchinson, KS

AR15/M16/M4/AR308 Armorer 2 Day Course

Course Overview

This comprehensive 16-hour armorer certification program provides industry-standard credentials valid for five years. The course is designed for law enforcement agencies that are deploying carbine rifle systems to patrol officers, supervisors, and tactical units. Participants will gain the qualifications needed to service and maintain these weapon systems on an ongoing basis.

Course Details

The instruction covers all M16, AR15, M4, and AR308 type weapons systems and their variants. Students will become certified in proper maintenance, care, and repair procedures for these platforms, including both semi-automatic and select-fire trigger systems. The program adheres to manufacturer guidelines and is taught by FBI and NRA certified instructors, with primary instruction provided by Greg Sullivan ("Sully"), a highly respected expert who has been featured in SWAT Magazine and published in Guns & Ammo Magazine, Gun & Weapons for Law Enforcement Magazine, Shooting Times Magazine, and Precision Rifle Magazine.

Topics Covered

  • Weapon history and design evolution
  • Cycles of operation and mechanical function
  • Complete disassembly and reassembly procedures
  • Nomenclature and component identification
  • Inspection protocols and maintenance schedules
  • Parts replacement procedures and interchangeability
  • Accessory installation and upgrades
  • Cleaning and maintenance best practices
  • Timing and suppressor compatibility issues
  • Barrel replacement techniques
  • Headspace measurement and firing pin protrusion gauging
  • Piston and direct gas impingement systems comparison
  • Ballistic considerations and diagnostics
  • Troubleshooting and repair strategies
  • AR308 platform variations
  • Semi-automatic, full-automatic, and burst trigger system conversions

Course Format

This intensive, hands-on two-day program runs from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM each day with a one-hour lunch break. All required tools, manuals, and instructional materials are provided. Students are required to bring their own weapon systems to become familiar with their specific configurations and any modifications, allowing for thorough cleaning, inspection, and necessary repairs or parts replacement during the course.

Cost and Registration

Course fee: $550.00. To register or request an invoice, contact the training coordinator at [email protected] with student name, agency affiliation, and preferred course location.

Availability

Courses are offered throughout 2026 and 2027 at various law enforcement agency locations nationwide, including facilities in Wisconsin, North Dakota, Minnesota, Kansas, Iowa, Colorado, Missouri, Wyoming, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, New York, and Maryland. All current offerings are restricted to law enforcement personnel only. Inquiries about hosting a course at your location are welcome.