MONTANA ENHANCED CONCEALED WEAPON PERMIT (CWP) - HANDGUN TRAINING - MINI
- Sat, May. 23, 2026
10:00 AM to 1:30 PM
- Sat, May. 23, 2026
- $150
- In-Class Time2 Hour(s)
- Range Time1 Hour(s)
Registration Closed
What You'll Learn
Mini Enhanced Concealed Weapon Permit (E-CWP) Course
This streamlined handgun course meets all requirements of Montana Code Annotated 45-8-312(5)(a–d) for the Enhanced Concealed Weapon Permit (CWP) while minimizing time commitment.
Designed for those seeking an efficient yet complete training experience, the Mini E-CWP delivers the essential legal, practical, and live-fire components required by state law — all in a focused, approximately 3-hour hybrid format.
The curriculum draws from nationally recognized sources including NRA Basic Pistol, USCCA Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals, and Liberty Firearms Training’s proprietary modules, ensuring a balance of legal understanding, safety principles, and defensive application.
Participants will complete:
- Instruction on Montana firearms laws and the lawful use of force
- Core handgun safety and handling fundamentals
- Self-defense concepts and mindset training
- Live-fire qualification (minimum 98 rounds fired)
Upon successful completion, students are eligible to apply for the Montana Enhanced CWP, recognized in over 40 states, pending individual eligibility. This course is led by certified instructors credentialed through the National Rifle Association (NRA) and the United States Concealed Carry Association (USCCA).
Prerequisites/Disclaimers: This course does not issue an Enhanced CWP; it only fulfills the minimum training requirement to apply through your local sheriff (eligibility required). This is not a beginner class. Prior professional firearms safety/handling training is highly recommended—students must already know how to safely load/unload, understand the four universal safety rules, and have previously fired their firearm. Participation does not guarantee certification; we may withhold certificates for major safety violations, unsafe behavior, or failure to follow safety instructions. No refunds will be issued in these cases.
Our course cancellation and rescheduling policy is located at the bottom of this page, below our reviews.
Cancellation Policy: Course Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy (Effective February 2026) Open Enrollment Courses (Public Classes) All registrations for open enrollment courses are non-refundable. Due to the logistical requirements of scheduling instructors, equipment, range facilities, and administrative preparation, no refunds or credits will be issued. Registrations may be rescheduled one (1) time to a future course of the same curriculum by emailing LibertyFirearmsMT@gmail.com at least 72 hours prior to the scheduled course start time. Rescheduling Terms: - Rescheduled courses must be completed within six (6) months of the original course date. - If no additional course of that curriculum is scheduled within six months, enrollment may be applied one (1) time to the next available offering. - Failure to attend, reschedule, or complete the course within the allowed timeframe will result in forfeiture of the registration. Registrations may be transferred one (1) time to another qualified individual by emailing the transferee’s full name, email address, and phone number at least 72 hours prior to the course. No-shows, late arrivals, or failure to meet rescheduling or transfer deadlines will result in forfeiture of the registration. Private Training Sessions All private training sessions are non-refundable. Sessions may be rescheduled with at least 72 hours’ notice by emailing LibertyFirearmsMT@gmail.com. Requests made with less than 72 hours’ notice will result in forfeiture of the session. Course Cancellations by Liberty Firearms Training Liberty Firearms Training reserves the right to cancel or reschedule courses due to weather, safety concerns, or other unforeseen circumstances. In the event of a cancellation by Liberty Firearms Training, students will be offered either: a full refund, or the option to reschedule to a future course. Notification will be provided via email or phone.
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.
Registration Closed
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
- Handgun
- Water / Beverage
- Rain Gear
- Pen & Notebook
- Bug Spray
- Sunscreen
- Eye & Ear Protection
- Extra Magazines
What is Provided
- Targets
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- Plus: Live Q&A with USCCA-Certified Instructors