Don Haworth
Instructor # 1387515 | CHICAGOLAND FIREARM TRAINING/Chicagoland Detective Services
Certified with the USCCA since 9/29/2019
Certification Renewal Date 10/17/2027
USCCA Certifications
- Concealed Carry & Home Defense
- Range Safety Officer
- Emergency & First Aid
- Countering the Mass Shooter
- Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals - Training Counselor
- Women's Handgun & Self-Defense
- Non-Lethal Program - Certified Instructor
My Biography
Former Marine Sergeant .....Firearms Instructor - owner of Chicagoland Firearms Training school for 30 years, licensed under IL Private Detective and Security Act - firearms and security training school, all classes and Private Detective Agency. Thousands of trained students, LEOs, Former Military, 1st Responders, CEOs, Doctors, Kindergarten Teachers, Highschool Teachers, Dentists, Lawyers, Many Security officers, Funeral Home Directors, Legislators, Vets, Jewelers, Housewives, Nannies, and one playboy bunny; YOU - Your Mom and Your Grandfather - have attended class with Don Haworth.
Current Classes Available
- Sat, Oct. 17, 2026 9:00 AM

Illinois Concealed Carry 16 Hour Course
with Don Haworth5.0CHICAGOLAND FIREARM TRAINING/Chicagoland Detective Services
Chicago, IL$225
Thur, Oct. 29, 2026 9:00 AM
Illinois Concealed Carry 16 Hour Course
with Don Haworth5.0CHICAGOLAND FIREARM TRAINING/Chicagoland Detective Services
Chicago, IL$225
- Sun, Oct. 18, 2026 9:45 AM

Illinois Concealed Carry Renewal
with Don Haworth5.0CHICAGOLAND FIREARM TRAINING/Chicagoland Detective Services
Chicago, IL$125
Fri, Oct. 30, 2026 9:45 AM
Illinois Concealed Carry Renewal
with Don Haworth5.0CHICAGOLAND FIREARM TRAINING/Chicagoland Detective Services
Chicago, IL$125
- Wed, Oct. 21, 2026 8:00 AM

28-Hour Armed Security Training Class
with Don Haworth5.0CHICAGOLAND FIREARM TRAINING/Chicagoland Detective Services
Chicago, IL$225
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With the purchase of this class, a complimentary copy of the Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals Handbook will be included. This is loaded with information that you will learn throughout the class.
The ICC License program is a two-day licensed program to allow persons to carry a concealed weapon throughout the state of Illinois. The cost of the Class is $225.00 which includes firearm usage (choose a Glock 17 or .357 Revolver) & classroom instruction. Range time means that student will go to the range and use or discharge a firearm. Student will pay for all range activities. Which are Range fee, target, ammo and eyes and ear protection. Learn the basic fundamentals of shooting; the physiology of violent encounters; the legal aspects of using deadly force and a complete guide on gear, gadgets and ongoing training. We teach you what you need to know, to be a safe firearm owner, user.
Free Digital Textbook With the purchase of this class, a complimentary copy of the Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals Handbook will be included. This is loaded with information that you will learn throughout the class
We offer a 3 Hour Renewal Class for Individuals needing to renew their Illinois State Concealed Carry License. The license is $125.00. Firearms are supplied. All Range expenses are excluded - the student pays range fee, and ammo. All renewal people are to meet at Maxon at 09:45 am the day of renewal. Maxon's adress is 75 Bradrock Dr, Des Plaines, IL 60018. Please visit Maxon's website to fill out the waiver. https://info.maxonshooters.com/range-waiver-maxon-shooters-supplies-and-indoor-range?hsLang=en (Please copy and paste). We DO NOT confirm registrations because of the volume of business. Your registration is your confirmation.
The Utah Concealed Carry course is a course that presently allows persons to carry a concealed weapon in 33+ states. This course can be easily combined with our Illinois Concealed Carry course (at a discounted price) since the course takes place immediately afterwards. The class fee covers training, fingerprinting, and notary of application. You leave class with a an application that only requires photographs and application fee to the state of UTAH - to mail out. UTAH permits typically arrive in 4-6 weeks.
28 Hour Qualification course to work in Armed Security in Illinois. Taught by a former Marine Corp. Sergeant. We also teach 20 Hour Unarmed Security PERC class, the primary requirement to work in Security in IL. Please call 773-355-1691 or go to https://Carryinillinois.com for more information.
ILLINOIS UNARMED SECURITY TRAINING - "PERC' TRAINING.
The State if Illinois requires Unarmed Security Employees to take the 20 Hour training Class to obtain the 20-Hour Unarmed Certificate of Completion. Additionally, You must have a Valid PERC card to work in security. Additional Fee's not included will apply.
Visit www.carryinillinois.com to register & pay for class. Don't Forget to check our other classes out too.
This class is offered throughout the year at no cost program! This program is sponsored and approved by the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) of Illinois for hunting purposes.
This is a 10-hour course that gives a State Hunters Certificate for would-be hunters.
Think safety. Hunt safely. Hunt responsibly. Protect our Lands!
The course leads to a 28-hour Completion Certificate of subjects, as required by IDFPR. Use of Deadly Force, key firearm safety, situational awareness and staying safe while working as an armed security officer. Classroom instruction on private security laws, ethical and moral considerations necessary for any person who possesses a firearm, civil & criminal liability for acts committed while armed. Students will learn how to safely, load/unload and operate a weapon, proper firearm maintenance and storage, shooting fundamentals: stance, grip, sight alignment and picture, trigger and breathe control. Practice dry-fire training using SIRT training pistols helping them understand shooting fundamentals before going to the range.
We provide use of a Glock 17 or 357 Revolver for student to use during your range practice and qualification. Students need to score a 70% or higher on a written exam. Includes firearm usage & classroom instruction. *Additional range & supply fees not included.
You must have an Illinois Concealed Carry permit to take Illinois state Instructor Course. Chicagoland Firearm Training will be hosting a 2-Day, 20-Hour USCCA Certified Firearm Instructors' Course. The 2-Day live certification session consists of classroom instruction, hands-on breakout sessions, and live-fire exercises. The E-Learning module portion must be completed one week prior to the Start of your class. Lunch will be provided each day, if needed. Class space is limited to 12 students. Free Parking. All C.I. Candidates must have and are required to bring 5 magazines to class.
The live certification session covers the following topics: • Course Introduction and FAQs • Instructor Mistakes • Teaching Best Practices • Managing a Safe Live Fire Range • Live Fire Exercises • Presenting the Student Multimedia • Marketing Your Business • Final Test and Review
Successful completion of phases 1 and 2 will earn you the right to be called a United States Concealed Carry Association Certified Instructor. You will be sent an Instructor Toolkit upon successful completion of the class including “Home Defense Fundamentals” and the USCCA professionally developed PowerPoint presentation for use in your future classes. Your certification is approved to teach CCW classes in 36 states. You will be listed on the USCCA Instructor website, and your classes will be searchable to prospective students.
This is the annual refresher training as required by IDFPR for security professionals.
This is a requalification course for private investigators and Armed Security. The course consist of a refresher and visiting the range to requalify to update the FCC. Candidates can qualify either with a semi-automatic (9mm) or a.357 revolver.
Basic Handgun Training
You will learn: Firearm Safety, Single vs Double Action, Ammunition types, Grip, Stance, Sight Alignment, Trigger Control, Proper Handling, Loading & Unloading, Cleaning Protocols and Prepare for CCL Class
P.I. Basics
This course includes range time as well as Firearm Safety Handling and other related subjects. Upon completion of this course, a safety certificate is awarded.
If your USCCA concealed carry instructor license gets terminated and you want to continue teaching, you will need to get reinstated. This class is only for USCCA Instructors who need to get their certification reinstated.
Service Methods Affidavit Preparation Field Safety Ethics
Train to Protect, Prepare to Lead. Identify potential threats Lear de-escalation, self-defense, and physical techniques for protecting clients. Firearms Training Surveillance and Counter-Surveillance Protection Driving and Evasive Maneuvers First Aid and Medical Response Site Surveys and Route Planning Communication and Interpersonal Skills
This course provides students with the knowledge, legal considerations, and practical skills necessary for the safe and effective use of handcuffs and Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) spray. Participants will receive instruction on use-of-force principles, subject control techniques, handcuffing procedures, OC spray deployment, decontamination procedures, and post-incident responsibilities. The course includes both classroom instruction and hands-on practical exercises designed to build confidence and proficiency in less-lethal force options.
Upon successful completion, students will demonstrate proper application of handcuffs, safe handling and deployment of OC spray, and an understanding of the legal and ethical responsibilities associated with their use. This certification course is ideal for security professionals, private investigators, corrections personnel, and individuals seeking professional security training.
Handcuff & Baton/(USCCA Less Lethal)
A security & law-enforcement training course covering the proper use, deployment, safety, decontamination, and instructional application of SABRE oleoresin capsicum (OC) aerosol projectors. The course is designed to certify participants in the safe and effective use of OC spray within use-of-force training.
Provides officers with instruction in the safe and effective use of oleoresin capsicum (OC) aerosol devices, including deployment, handling, tactical considerations, subject control, decontamination, and practical application. Training emphasizes competency in the proper field use of OC as a security force option.
This dual-certification course provides law enforcement and public safety personnel with comprehensive instruction in the safe, effective, and legally defensible use of oleoresin capsicum (OC) aerosol projectors. Students will receive training on ASP and SABRE OC systems, including product characteristics, deployment techniques, tactical considerations, target areas, physiological effects, decontamination, post-exposure care, and practical application.
The course combines classroom instruction with hands-on drills designed to build confidence and competency in the deployment of OC as a force option. Upon successful completion, participants will receive both ASP OC Certification and SABRE OC Certification.

