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The Cognitive Defender

Firearm Instructor in Lowell, OR

The Cognitive Defender is a training organization offering firearm safety and self-defense classes led by USCCA, NRA, and TWAW certified instructor Carol Rozek.

Training

1 upcoming class / 4 programs / 1 instructor

Range signal

Limited structured range details

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  • Public access is listed.
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Are classes listed?

1 dated class, 3 course offerings

Classes and Training Programs

Upcoming Classes

Class

Legal Elements of Self-Defense

Price
$150.00

6 hours. Topics Covered Include: Legal Use of Force, Duty to Retreat, Aftermath Considerations, and Self-Defense Law.

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Training Programs

Course Beginner Private Women

Women's Intro to Handgun

Duration
6 hours

This course is all about sharing the basics – along with the fun, the seriousness, and the importance of being a responsibly armed female. Topics include Universal Safety Rules, Fundamentals of Shooting, Situational Awareness, Common Types of Handguns & Ammunition Types, Marksmanship Skills, and one hour of one-on-one range time.

Course Beginner

Intro to Handgun (Co-Ed)

Duration
6 hours

Taught in a co-ed format, this is a comprehensive course designed to lay the groundwork for basic pistol handling, ammunition, clearing malfunctions, selecting and storing a firearm, and most importantly, handgun safety. Skills learned in the classroom will be reinforced in the live fire range time session included in this class.

Course CCW USCCA Defensive

Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals

Duration
6 - 8 Hours

This class, developed by the USCCA, is a premium concealed carry and home defense class that exceeds the Oregon and Utah Concealed Carry Permit training requirements.

Listing Snapshot

Primary category
Firearm Instructors
Also listed as
Shooting Ranges
Legal name
The Cognitive Defender LLC
Google rating
4.9 from 12 reviews
ZIP
97455

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Profile Details

Training and Classes

Established
2012
Certifications
USCCA Certified Instructor, NRA Certified Instructor, The Well Armed Woman Certified Instructor

Instructor Roster

Carol Rozek
Concealed Carry Home Defense Home Defense Fundamentals USCCA Certified Instructor NRA Certified Instructor The Well Armed Woman Certified Instructor Carol Is The Sole Instructor And Owner Of The Cognitive Defender, Offering Classes In Lane County Including Eugene, Springfield, Pleasant Hill, Creswell, Cottage Grove, Coburg, Junction City And Harrisburg.

Carol Rozek is a USCCA Certified Instructor, NRA Certified Instructor, and The Well Armed Woman Certified Instructor. She specializes in providing high-quality, personalized firearms training for women and individuals seeking self-defense skills.

Concealed Carry Classes Women Firearms Instruction

Range Access

Range detail status
No lanes, distances, or specific range areas are structured yet.
Access signal
Public

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Last reviewed: July 18, 2026.

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