MADISON SOCIETY INTIAL FOR MERCED, TUOLUMNE, MARIPOSA, CALAVERAS, SACRAMENTO COUNTIES AND OAKDALE, MODESTO AND TURLOCK POLICE DEPARTMENTS
- Thur, Nov. 12, 2026
5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
- Fri, Nov. 13, 2026
5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
- Sat, Nov. 14, 2026
8:00 AM to 2:00 PM
- Thur, Nov. 12, 2026
- $165
- In-Class Time16 Hour(s)
- Range Time1 Hour(s)
40 seats remaining
What You'll Learn
Course consists of mandatory classroom time as required by state and local laws, and a live-fire qualification exam on Saturday. Range fees are included in class fee.
Course covers:
Firearms Safety Handgun Uses Handgun Features Action Types Handgun Shooting Techniques Firearms Suicide Prevention Secure Gun Storage Safe Transportation Safe Handgun Cleaning Basic Handgun Laws Basic Home Defense Legalities to carrying a concealed weapon in California Situational Awareness Basic Self Defense principles and techniques Encounters and their aftermath Legal use of force Proper gear
You will be given a short CCW Quiz and a course completion certificate to upload to your issuing agency.
Cancellation Policy: Students must cancel at a minimum of 48 hours prior to class. Cancelations made after the 48 hour time period will not receive a refund, but students can reregister for another class date at no extra cost.
What We'll Teach
Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals
Lessons:
- Developing a Personal and Home Protection Plan
- Self-Defense Firearms Basics
- Shooting Fundamentals
- Gear and Gadgets
- The Legal Use of Force
- Violent Encounters and the Aftermath
- Basic and Advanced Skills
Other topics covered: Personal Safety, Handgun Safety, Handgun Fundamentals, Handgun Operation, Handgun Selection, Physiological Reactions to Violent Encounters
Over 1 million students have taken the U.S. Concealed Carry Association’s course offerings across the nation. Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals is a comprehensive classroom course for anyone considering owning or carrying a firearm for self-defense. If you are new to handguns, this is a great introduction to everything you need to know to start your self-protection journey.
This course is a complete guide to understanding the basics of firearms ownership, safety, and nomenclature, and how it applies to home- or self-defense. After this class, students will feel confident to act as their family’s first line of defense in the event of a home invasion or other critical incident.
Additional Notes from Your Instructor
Time at Range varies by the number of students qualifying, Range time could be from 1 hour to possibly several hours.
Upcoming Class Dates for
Madison Society Intial for Merced, Tuolumne, Mariposa, Calaveras, Sacramento Counties and Oakdale, Modesto and Turlock Police Departments
6 Upcoming
- Thur, Jul. 23, 2026 5:00 PM
- Thur, Aug. 27, 2026 5:00 PM
- Thur, Sep. 24, 2026 5:00 PM
- Thur, Oct. 29, 2026 5:00 PM
- Thur, Nov. 12, 2026 5:00 PM
- Thur, Jan. 28, 2027 5:00 PM
Live, Self-Defense Lessons For Everyone
Parents, Teachers, Concerned Citizens, Business Professionals, Churchgoers, and anyone who wants to keep themselves and others safe
What to Bring
- Pen & Notebook
- Ammunition
- Close-toed Shoes
- Brimmed Hat
- Revolver
- Handgun
- Water / Beverage
- Extra Magazines
- Range Bag
Training Powered By:
We Educate. We Train. We Save Lives.
- Ongoing training to keep your family safe
- Next steps you can take in your training to ensure you are prepared
- Plus: Live Q&A with USCCA-Certified Instructors