Illinois Concealed Carry

Who is this course for? 

This is for the general public who wishes to gain knowledge about safety gun law.

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What does the firearms training course consist of?

A 16-hour training course must — at a minimum — cover the following topics:

• Firearms Safety – a minimum of 1 hour;
• Basic Principles of Marksmanship – a minimum of 1 hour;
• Care, Cleaning, Loading and Unloading of a Concealable Firearm – a minimum of 1 hour;
• All Applicable State and Federal Laws Relating to the Ownership, Storage,
• Carry and Transportation of a Firearm (including but not limited to the appropriate and lawful interaction with law enforcement while transporting or carrying a concealed firearm) – a minimum of 2 hours; and
• Weapons Handling – a minimum of 1 range hour.

All applicants must pass a live-fire exercise with a concealable firearm consisting of:

1. A minimum of 30 rounds.
2. 10 rounds from a distance of 5 yards, 10 rounds from a distance of 7 yards, and 10 rounds from a distance of 10 yards, fired at a B-27 silhouette target approved by the ISP.

Is there a minimum age requirement for this class?

There is no age requirement for the course, however; you must be 21 to apply for a concealed carry permit in the state of Illinois.

Do I need to have a FOID card before I take this class?

NO. A FOID is not required to take the course; however, you must have a FOID to obtain a CCW permit. Click Here! if you need help obtaining FOID Card

Who is this course for? 

Individuals who are active or ex-military (DD214 needed) as well as ex-police ( law enforcement  certification training needed)

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