The article addresses pertinent issues related to conducting firearms training sessions for police officers in conditions of a state of war. The authors analyze significant aspects of this activity, including teaching methods and techniques, personnel training specifics, as well as challenges and threats that may arise during armed conflicts. The main focus is on practical recommendations aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of police training for operating in conditions of a state of war. The article analyzes changes and modifications in the methodology of teaching and studying fire training in institutions of higher education with specific conditions of study, subordinated to the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine under martial law, which would take into account all aspects of the application and use of firearms and ensure high- quality training of students of higher education for actions in stressful and dangerous situations. The authors explore the practical-tactical possibilities of conducting firearms training sessions, comparing them with regulated and recommended regulatory acts. It is established that existing methods do not correspond to the real conditions of firearms application. Special attention is given to the issues of modern methods of firearms usage and changes in teaching methodology to increase proficiency. Features and methods of teaching fire training in higher education institutions with specific training conditions of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Ukraine are outlined, as well as innovations in this field of training are indicated. A separate view is focused on the need for modern material and technical support, since the solution to the problem of police training requires a comprehensive approach, which includes the provision of the necessary resources for conducting specialized classes, both in closed rooms and on appropriately equipped modern training grounds, and support in the development of professional skills. Also, the authors emphasize the need to improve the legal training of personnel to provide them with a clear understanding of the laws and regulations related to the use of weapons.