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Firearms Examiner Academy — Application

RS&A International Firearms Examiner Training Academy

1 Introduction
2 Contact Information
3 Sponsorship
4 Education
5 Work Experience
6 Background Check
7 Statement
8 Order Summary

Step 1 of 8

RS&A International Firearms Examiner Training Academy Enrollment Application

Session 2
August 3, 2026 – January 8, 2027

Please read the information below before you click continue and submit your academy application

Academy tuition is $21,500.00, and RS&A provides NO financial aid.

AGENCY SPONSORED APPLICANTS may freely complete the academy application.

SELF-SPONSORED APPLICANTS (Individuals & College Students) must pay a $150.00 non-refundable application fee before completing and submitting an academy application. If your application is accepted and you attend the academy, the application fee will be applied to your academy tuition.

DO NOT continue if you do not accept the above terms.

Each RS&A International Firearms Examiner Training Academy applicant must complete the below application to the best of their ability. The information provided via this form will be used to determine if the specific applicants meet pre-determined qualifications for application acceptance. You will be notified via email if your application has been accepted or rejected.

Thank You to Our Firearms Academy Sponsors

Do you have specific academy questions?

Contact Academy Director, Jon Byrd at 1-866-832-6772 or email jon@ronsmithandassociates.com.