
NYS MANDATED 16+2 HR CONCEALED CARRY COURSE

- Sat, Aug. 1, 2026
9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Sun, Aug. 2, 2026
9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Sat, Aug. 1, 2026
- $515
- In-Class Time16 Hour(s)
- Range Time2 Hour(s)
What You'll Learn
NYS CONCEALED CARRY FIREARM SAFETY TRAINING
The New York State Concealed carry firearms safety training requires (16) hours of -in-person live classroom instruction and (2) hours of live-fire training by Duly Authorized Instructors. Safety Quest Limited is authorized to provide this instruction. A certificate will be issued upon completion of the NYS required 18 hours of training.
(16) Hour In-Person Classroom Instruction Consists of:
General firearm safety Firearm safety storage NYS and Federal gun laws Concealed Carry situational awareness – firearm display and concealment Conflict de-escalation tactics Adverse alcohol and drug effects and firearm safety Best practices when encountering law enforcement Statutorily defined sensitive and restrictive places Conflict management Use of deadly physical force Suicide prevention Basic principles of marksmanship Following completion of the (16) hour in-person classroom instruction each student must score a minimum of 80% on a NYS required written test covering the course curriculum.
(2) Hour Live-Fire Course Curriculum Topics Consist of:
Range safety, safe drawing, target acquisition, and re-holstering, dry firing, safe loading & unloading of ammunition, performing a firearm condition check: how to achieve and verify a safe and empty firearm condition and the safe discharging of the firearm Following the live-fire training, each student must demonstrate proficiency as required by New York State conducted by the Duly Authorized Instructor.
Class Pricing: $500 cash/Zelle price $515 card payment price to offset processing fees To register or arrange cash/Zelle payment, call or text Wright Sights Training at 845-405-1720. Train Smart. Train Hard. Train Right. Train with Wright Sights Training
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
Starting from September 1st, 2022, NY State has implemented the CCIA law (Concealed Carry Improvement Act), which mandates new applicants to complete a 16-hour class, also known as the 16+2 class or 18-hour class. if you have you own eyes and ears protection its best to bring it, additionally if you already Legally own and have a permit for your own pistol and wish to bring it feel free. Who needs to take this class? Residents of NYC, Suffolk, Westchester, and Nassau Counties, even if they already possess a pistol license, must complete this class to either renew their NY State pistol license or upgrade from a Premise License to a Concealed Carry License. Residents of other NY counties are not required to take this class for recertification of their NY State pistol license.
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
- Water / Beverage
- Lunch
- Pen & Notebook
- Close-toed Shoes
- Long Pants
- Thick Belt
What is Provided
- Ammunition
- Handgun
- Targets
- Eye & Ear Protection
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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