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Instructor # 1406592 | Illinois CCW
Certified with the USCCA since 5/28/2023
Certification Renewal Date 5/28/2027
USCCA Certifications
- Concealed Carry & Home Defense
- Emergency & First Aid
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Are you ready to start carrying a self-defense firearm in Illinois? This course is required to obtain an Illinois Concealed Carry License. While prior experience is not required, there is a reasonable expectation that you are proficient with a handgun prior to taking a concealed carry course.
Your Illinois Concealed Carry License is only valid for 5 years. In order to renew your Illinois concealed carry license, you must take this 3-hour CCL Renewal class within the 180 days (6 months) prior to the expiration date.
This low-pressure class is designed for beginners with little or no firearms experience This class will provide students with a fun, safe and interactive way to be introduced to handguns and shooting.
Students will learn about safety and the legal aspects of handguns. Students will move on to learning about the mechanical aspects of how guns and ammunition work and discussion about selecting your personal protection tool. Students will receive instruction on the fundamentals of handgun shooting, grip, stance, sight picture, and trigger control.
The course culminates with live fire on a range where students will begin to develop skill and competence. Students are welcome to bring a firearm or use one of ours**. During the range activity, students will fire about 50-100 rounds.
The class will end with a Q & A session. A Firearms Owners ID card (FOID) is not required to take the class, unless you are bringing your own firearm. No experience necessary.
This intro course is intended to be an informative class for those with no firearm experience. Participants will gain a general understanding of handgun types, calibers and ammunition. The basic rules of safety, how to shop for the right gun, and starting the search for your first firearm will be explored. No range/Live Fire.