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CONCEALED CARRY (MD) - RENEWAL

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  • Includes Live Fire
  • Permit Certification
    • Sun, Nov. 8, 2026

      8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

  • $160
  • Map Pin
    6315 Hillside Ct STE J
    Columbia, MD 21046
  • In-Class Time
    8 Hour(s)
  • Range Time
    1 Hour(s)
146DAYS
4HRS
35MINS
46SECS
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What You'll Learn

This class is mandatory for Maryland residents and non-residents applying for the Wear and Carry RENEWAL Permit and must be taken prior to permit application submission. The training is 8 hours and with a qualification course of fire (Wednesday evening). At minimum, 70% accuracy must be achieved by the applicant during the shooting portion of the class to pass. Fingerprints are not required.

Range Locations and times will be given in the digital welcome letter as they are subject to change. The range is the wed night following the class at 6pm at one of two different ranges depending on availability

Cancellation Policy: All sales are final and non-refundable. Students may transfer to another class with proper notification up to 72 hours prior to scheduled class, with the coordination of class instructor. All transfer requests must be done in writing (email).

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.

146DAYS
4HRS
35MINS
46SECS
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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

  • Handgun
  • Revolver
  • Ammunition
  • Extra Magazines
  • Eye & Ear Protection
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  • Lunch
  • Water / Beverage
  • Pen & Notebook

What is Provided

  • Targets
  • Eye & Ear Protection

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      Columbia, MD

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    "Thank you both for delivering such a well-organized and informative training session. Your depth of knowledge really showed, and you made the material engaging and easy to follow. "

    Submitted on Mon, Mar. 2, 2026 by Ivan M.

    "Thank you Ivan for the great review"

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    • Derek Boudreau

      Columbia, MD

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    "Friendly professional thorough. I would highly recommend this training to anybody looking for wear and Cary class."

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