Why Become a USCCA Member FAQs

Why do I need USCCA Membership?

With USCCA Membership you get education, training and self-defense liability insurance*. USCCA Membership has helped over 525,000 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. All representatives employed by Delta Defense, LLC. See what our members and customers are saying about us... *Insurance has been purchased by the USCCA and is one of the benefits of membership in the USCCA. USCCA members are additional insureds under a policy issued to the USCCA by Universal Fire and Casualty Insurance Company, an insurance company with its principal place of business in Hudsonville, MI. Coverage and benefits are subject to the benefits, conditions, and exclusions of the insurance policy. Information provided herein is for informational purposes and is not intended to be a representation of coverage that may exist in any particular situation. Contact Delta Defense’s Customer Engagement Team at 1-800-674-9779 with any questions. Delta Defense, LLC provides sales, marketing, operations and administrative support services to the USCCA and is a licensed insurance agency in all 50 states and the District of Columbia with its principal office in West Bend, WI. Delta Defense, LLC does business as Delta Defense Insurance Services in California. California License #18671359

What is the cost of USCCA Membership?

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.

What is the difference between the USCCA Membership levels?

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 200 lessons in the Protector Academy Video Vault
All 3 Levels of the USCCA Qualification Program
80+ lifesaving guides, checklists and eBooks
14 years of Concealed Carry Magazine back issues
An Elite concierge phone line

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

Do I need a concealed carry permit to be a USCCA Member?

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.

What is a USCCA Membership?

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. See what our members and customers are saying about us...

How do I contact the USCCA in case of an incident?

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.

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