Why Become a USCCA Member FAQs

With USCCA Membership you get education, training and self-defense liability insurance*.  USCCA Membership has helped over 800,000 members prepare for the before, during and after of a self-defense incident. Check out some of the testimonials of real USCCA Members to learn more. Remember, if you have any questions, you can always call the Customer Engagement customer service representatives at 800-674-9779.

The USCCA is committed to preparing every responsibly armed American who wants to be his or her family’s ultimate protector for the before, during and after of a self-defense incident.

That’s why we offer a membership level for everyone! Whether you activate at the Gold, Platinum or Elite level.

And remember, you can always check out our educational and training resources. We’re proud to offer hours of industry-leading education and training — included with membership.

Every level of USCCA Membership is designed to help you carry with confidence. However, the higher levels offer more education and training resources.

In addition to the universal membership benefits, our top-tier Elite Membership offers you:

• Over 400 lessons in the Protector Academy Video Vault
• All 3 Levels of the USCCA Qualification Program
• 80+ lifesaving guides, checklists and eBooks
• 17+ years of Concealed Carry Magazine back issues
• An Elite Concierge Service

Refer to the USCCA Membership Chart for specific details and all membership benefits.

You do NOT need a concealed carry permit to become a USCCA Member. You can enjoy all of the benefits that our USCCA Membership levels have to offer wherever you are in your self-defense journey. However, if you are interested in obtaining your concealed carry permit, we’re proud to offer a variety of concealed carry permit class locations around the country; visit the USCCA Training Page to find out more.

Activating USCCA Membership means that you have joined more than 525,000 responsibly armed Americans in being prepared for the before, during, and after of a self-defense incident. 

Your USCCA Membership provides you with access to lifesaving resources and a community of thousands of like-minded individuals.

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If you are a USCCA Member who has been involved in a self-defense incident, your first call after 911 should be to the Delta Defense Critical Response Team at 877-677-1919.

The Critical Response Team Case Managers are standing by 24/7/365 to help you when you need it most. Your case manager will help walk you through the aftermath of a self-defense incident.