CONCEALED CARRY & HOME DEFENSE FUNDAMENTALS
- Sat, Jul. 25, 2026
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Sun, Jul. 26, 2026
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Sat, Jul. 25, 2026
- $300
- In-Class Time16 Hour(s)
- Range Time4 Hour(s)
10 seats remaining
What You'll Learn
The Maryland Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) classes provide essential training for individuals seeking to obtain their concealed carry permit. This mandatory 16-hour course includes a comprehensive blend of classroom instruction and practical range time, ensuring participants gain both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience.
Course Overview:
- Classroom Instruction (12 hours):
- Fundamentals of firearm safety and handling
- Maryland laws and regulations regarding concealed carry
- Understanding the responsibilities and legal implications of carrying a concealed weapon
- Situational awareness and de-escalation techniques
- Defensive shooting principles and techniques
- Range Time (4 hours):
- Practical training on the range under professional supervision
- Live fire exercises to enhance marksmanship and weapon handling skills
- Evaluation of shooting proficiency and safe firearm operation
Course Objectives: By the end of this course, participants will have a solid understanding of Maryland's concealed carry laws, essential firearm safety protocols, and practical skills necessary for responsible firearm ownership. Successful completion is recognized as a vital step toward obtaining a Maryland CCW permit.
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.
Upcoming Class Dates for
Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals
3 Upcoming
- Sat, Jun. 27, 2026 11:00 AMwith TRU Life Defense
- Sat, Jul. 11, 2026 9:00 AMwith TRU Life Defense
- Sat, Jul. 25, 2026 9:00 AMwith TRU Life Defense
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
- Long Pants
- Close-toed Shoes
- Brimmed Hat
- Pen & Notebook
- FMJ
What is Provided
- Handgun
- Water / Beverage
- Eye & Ear Protection
- Revolver
- Shotgun
- Rifle / Carbine
- Targets
- Ammunition
- FMJ
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