MD & HQL CONCEAL AND CARRY & HOME DEFENSE

Keith McLaughlin |

  • Includes Live Fire
  • Permit Certification

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What You'll Learn

Maryland & HQL Wear and Carry Permit

This USCCA course is designed for individuals who have some formal handgun instruction and want to apply for an HQL & Maryland Wear and Carry Permit.

Upon successful completion of the Concealed Carry course, which meets or exceeds the State of Maryland requirements, students are certified to apply for the State of Maryland Wear and Carry Permit Wear and Carry permit..

The Concealed Carry course consists of the required 16 hours of classroom and live fire over two days:

Cancellation Policy: Students are required to cancel at least 48 hours in advance of a class date in order to receive a full refund. Classes cancelled less than 48 hours before the class will not be refunded.

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

Included with this class is range equipment: eye & ear protection, ammo, use of firearm. Cost of range and targets are covered by students.

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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

  • Long Pants
  • Thick Belt
  • Close-toed Shoes
  • Brimmed Hat
  • Water / Beverage
  • Lunch
  • Targets

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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

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