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CT PISTOL PERMIT CLASS

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  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Includes Live Fire
  • Permit Certification
    • Sat, Jun. 13, 2026

      9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

  • $150
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    79 New London Rd
    Salem, CT 06420
  • In-Class Time
    6 Hour(s)
  • Range Time
    2 Hour(s)

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What You'll Learn

This is the class required to obtain your CT permit to carry pistols and revolvers. You need this permit to purchase firearms and ammunition in the state of CT. With this permit you will also eligible to purchase long guns. In this class, you will learn: Universal safety rules Safe storage of firearms Handgun familiarization This class does contain live fire.

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.

Registration Closed

Upcoming Class Dates for
CT Pistol Permit Class

2 Upcoming

  • Sat, Jun. 20, 2026 9:00 AM
    with Vantage Point inc.
  • Sat, Jun. 27, 2026 9:00 AM
    with Vantage Point inc.
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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

  • Close-toed Shoes
  • Eye & Ear Protection
  • Pen & Notebook
  • Water / Beverage
  • Lunch

What is Provided

  • Ammunition
  • Handgun

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  • Ongoing training to keep your family safe
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    • Vantage Point Inc.

      Salem, CT

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    • Rebecca Bugnacki

      Salem, CT

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    • Wilbert Duncan

      Salem, CT

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    • Alex Dolly III

      Salem, CT

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    • Wilbert Duncan

      Salem, CT

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    "Very professionally presented. Systematic, thorough, not rushed and kept interesting. They also took the time to answer every question. It was a great class for me and my two adult children."

    Submitted on Wed, Jun. 3, 2026 by John H.

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      Salem, CT

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      Salem, CT

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    • Wilbert Duncan

      Salem, CT

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    Submitted on Tues, Jun. 2, 2026 by Simon D.

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