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16HR EN ESPAÑOL - OCULTAR Y PORTAR EN ILLINOIS LLAME AL 773-719-8533 PARA HACER SU CITA!

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  • Multi Day
  • Includes Live Fire
  • Permit Certification
    • Fri, Jun. 12, 2026

      7:00 AM to 3:00 PM

    • Fri, Jun. 19, 2026

      7:00 AM to 3:00 PM

  • $155
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    2807 W. Cermak Rd
    CHICAGO, IL 60608
  • In-Class Time
    14 Hour(s)
  • Range Time
    2 Hour(s)

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What You'll Learn

¡POR FAVOR TENGA EN CUENTA! DEPENDIENDO DEL VOLUMEN DE ESTUDIANTES QUE PODAMOS TENER, LA HORA Y LA UBICACIÓN Y LA REPROGRAMACIÓN ESTÁN SUJETAS A CAMBIAR.

Entrenamiento de Portación Oculta (CCL) – Certificación de 16 Horas En el Instituto Progreso Educativo V.E.L.A. ofrecemos un curso profesional de Licencia de Portación Oculta (CCL) de 16 horas, diseñado para prepararlo completamente en el uso responsable de armas de fuego y la portación oculta en Illinois.

Este programa integral se imparte en dos días de clases e incluye:

•	Certificado de 16 Horas de Finalización – cumpliendo con todos los requisitos estatales.

•	Instrucción en Aula y en el Campo de Tiro – abarcando seguridad en el manejo de armas, leyes y práctica de disparo en vivo.
•	Tarjeta de FOID –incluida para su uso personal.

•	Preparación para la Licencia de Portación Oculta – entrenamiento completo para calificar y aplicar a su CCL en Illinois.

Nuestro programa combina conocimiento práctico, entendimiento legal y entrenamiento en campo para asegurar que cada estudiante complete el curso con confianza y profesionalismo.

Cancellation Policy: Please make sure when you are enrolling for a class, you are committed to taking the class. Absolutely, no refund will be given. If you can't make it to the class, please call to reschedule for another class date. Students are required to reschedule at least 24 hours in advance of the class date in order to receive a rescheduled class. Classes rescheduled less than 24 hours before the class will not be scheduled.

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

Campo de tiro y municion no estan incluidos en el precio de la clase.

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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

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  • Brimmed Hat
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  • Handgun
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  • Handgun

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    • Jose A Velasquez

      CHICAGO, IL

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    • Eric Hernandez

      CHICAGO, IL

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    "Muy buen maestro , persona seria responsable "

    Submitted on Sat, Feb. 7, 2026 by Jose a M.

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      CHICAGO, IL

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    • Eric Hernandez

      CHICAGO, IL

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    "Muy buen instructor el señor jose velasquez 100% recomendado "

    Submitted on Tues, Apr. 8, 2025 by Sergio C.

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    Instructors

    • Jose A Velasquez

      CHICAGO, IL

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    • Eric Hernandez

      CHICAGO, IL

      Rating star large4.9
    "Me gustó que José interectuaba con ejemplos yo creo que esa técnica que él usa ayúdame mucho, y siempre nos dejó hacer preguntas "

    Submitted on Wed, Feb. 26, 2025 by Ricardo R.

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