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Our 16 hour Illinois CCL Class satisfies the state training requirement to apply for your IL carry license.

This class is designed to effectively communicate to you the wide variety of information required for concealed carry in an interesting and engaging way. You will be surprised how fast the 16 hours fly by! We want you to walk away with a deep understanding of the responsibility that comes with carrying a firearm, and all the legal ramifications. Our informative, knowledgeable, and experienced instructors can answer your questions and help you feel more confident and better prepared for the next steps in the process.

This Class Covers

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Law Enforcement Interactions

Guidance on appropriate and lawful interaction with police while transporting or carrying a concealed firearm.

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Firearm Safety

How to keep yourself and others safe when handling guns.

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How to Shoot

Sight alignment, sight picture, and stance.

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Operation & Maintenance

Care, cleaning, loading, and unloading of a concealable firearm.

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Legal Requirements

All applicable state & federal laws relating to the ownership, storage, carry, and transportation of firearms.

A FOID card is NOT required

Cost:
$250

Your range fee, required B-27 target, and a copy of USCCA's Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals are included in the cost.

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Requirements

  1. You must be familiar with, and be able to safely operate, handguns before coming to this class. (Not quite ready for that yet? Check out our Basic Pistol Classes)

  2. You must show up on time each day. The state requires 16 complete hours of training. 

  3. You must be over 21.

  4. You must have a valid FOID, State ID, or Driver's License.

  5. Bring pen and paper.

  6. Eye and ear protection

  7. 30 rounds of ammunition (which you can purchase in-store)

  8. A firearm unloaded and in a case. We have plenty of rental guns available if you do not own something suitable.

At the end of class, after you pass your qualification shoot, you will be given a certificate of training that will need to be uploaded into your concealed carry license application on the ISPFSB website. 

We also offer application assistance for a $50 fee if you need computer help, or just don't want to deal with the hassle.

The Illinois Concealed Carry License Qualification Shoot Requires 30 Rounds of Ammunition. You Must Shoot at a B-27 Silhouette Target:

  1. 10 rounds from a distance of 5 yards
  2. 10 rounds from a distance of 7 yards
  3. 10 rounds from a distance of 10 yards

TO PASS YOU MUST SHOOT WITH AT LEAST 70% ACCURACY.

This means at least 21 of your 30 rounds must fall within the 16" x 22" outer (7) ring of the standard B-27 target. If you fail you must complete a basic pistol training level 2 or private instruction class before you will be allowed to re-shoot the qualification.

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Why should you train with us?
Facility
We have modern brightly lit and well-equipped classrooms and ranges. We are a full service gun shop meaning we have all the ammo, accessories, and repair services you might need.
People
Our instructors are knowledgeable professionals with a deep understanding of firearms laws and legal requirements. Just check out our reviews to see what others think!
Convenience
We value your time. You can sign up and reschedule training classes online and you don’t have to go to two separate locations for class and the qualification shoot.
Equipment
We use only the finest training materials including USCCA course materials, SIRT Training pistols, large-screen TV’s and offer a wide selection of rental guns.

2 PART CLASSES RUN TWO DAYS IN A ROW | 4 PART CLASSES RUN FOUR THURSDAYS IN A ROW 5PM-9PM

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All training classes are non-refundable, but may be re-scheduled once with at least 72 hours notice.

Failure to show, or less than 3 days notice given of inability to attend, will result in a 25% rescheduling fee.

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