Training of cadets of departmental universities in executing the first shot as the foundation for successful mastering of pistol shooting techniques (based on the example of the VYUI FSIN of Russia)

Training cadets of departmental higher education institutions in shooting with a pistol is an important and responsible process that requires special attention to methods and technologies of preparation. One of the key tasks facing educational organizations is the training of specialists capable of effectively and safely performing their duties in conditions of high emotional stress. In this context, executing the first shot from a pistol becomes a crucial component of cadet training, as the success of further mastery of shooting techniques and overall effectiveness in handling firearms largely depends on this skill. The authors of the article examine the importance of the first shot in the formation of shooting skills with a pistol. The object of the study is the process of training cadets of departmental higher education institutions in pistol shooting. The subject of the research includes methodological approaches and pedagogical aspects that contribute to the successful execution of the first shot. During the research, the authors conducted an experiment at the All-Russian Law Enforcement Academy of the Federal Penitentiary Service of Russia, as well as methods for summarizing the obtained materials. The scientific novelty of this research is determined by the need to improve the quality of training for law enforcement personnel. The effective execution of the first shot is a key element in shooting training at departmental higher education institutions, as it lays the foundation for further mastery of shooting techniques and the development of cadets' confidence. In the face of modern challenges and threats that personnel encounter, it is important not only to convey theoretical knowledge but also to develop practical skills in handling weapons and ammunition to the level of automatism. The authors reveal key aspects that positively influence the formation of shooting technique skills and offer recommendations for shooting training in the early stages of training within educational organizations of departmental higher education institutions.