ILLINOIS CONCEALED CARRY LICENSE CERTIFICATION
- Sat, Jun. 27, 2026
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Sun, Jun. 28, 2026
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Sat, Jun. 27, 2026
- $150
- In-Class Time10 Hour(s)
- Range Time6 Hour(s)
12 seats remaining
What You'll Learn
This 16 hour (2 day course) Illinois Concealed Carry Certification Course is taught by our own highly experienced certified instructors and fulfills the requirements needed for the Illinois Concealed Carry License. Once this course is completed you will be able to apply for your concealed carry license through the Illinois State Police. There is a reasonable expectation that you are proficient with a handgun prior to taking a Concealed Carry course. If you do not have recent experience shooting handguns, we would highly recommend our Level 100 Introduction to Handguns and Level 200 Shooting Fundamentals courses, or private lessons prior to registering for this class. Equipment: Eye and ear protection. Students may bring their own firearm and ammunition (250 to 300 rounds total for both days) or rent a firearm at the range and purchase ammunition. When bringing your own firearm, please bring at minimum 2 magazines. We will have ammunition available for purchase for most common caliber handguns.
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.
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
- Ammunition
- Handgun
- Eye & Ear Protection
- Range Bag
- Close-toed Shoes
- Extra Magazines
- Speed Loader
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