8 hour Illinois Concealed Carry
(Those with Approved 8 hours Qualifications Recognized by I.S.P.)
Course Lessons:
- A review of firearm safety, the basic principles of marksmanship, care, cleaning, loading, and unloading of a concealable firearm
- All applicable state and federal laws relating to the ownership, storage, carry, and transportation of a firearm; and
- Instruction on the appropriate and lawful interaction with law enforcement while transporting or carrying a concealed firearm.
- All shooting and qualification requirements mandated by the State of Illinois
Course Length:
- This is a 1 day course – approximately 8 hours.
- (This includes all classroom and range time. Depending upon the number of students and their abilities, the course length may vary.)
Course Cost:
- The fee for this course is currently $75.00
- Special pricing available for Veterans and Active Military
- Private groups can get additional savings upon contacting Bronson at 618-795-6028
Prerequisites
- To sign up for this class a student must have 8 hours of approved prior training recognized by I.S.P.
- Active or honorably discharged from military, copy of DD214 or,
- NRA Basic Pistol - 8 hours or,
- NRA Personal Protection in the Home - 8 hours or,
- NRA Personal Protection Outside of the Home - 8 hours
- Arrive with an open mind and a positive attitude, ready to learn.
Course Completion
- Upon successful completion of the 8 hour course, students will receive a course certificate that will show that they have met the qualifications for the State of Illinois Carry and Conceal License.
- Participants will also receive constructive suggestions and coaching during the live fire exercises.
Other Information and common questions:
- Who may take this course? An applicant must be at least 21 years of age Have a valid FOID card (if an Illinois resident) Have not been convicted or found guilty in Illinois or any other state of: A misdemeanor involving the use or threat of physical force or violence to any person within the last 5 years 2 or more violations related to driving while under the influence of alcohol, other drug or drugs, intoxicating compound or compounds, or any combination thereof, within the last 5 years Not be the subject of a pending arrest warrant, prosecution, or proceeding for an offense or action that could lead to disqualification Not have been in residential or court-ordered treatment for alcoholism, alcohol detoxification, or drug treatment within the last 5 years Submit a completed Concealed Carry License application Successfully complete 16 hours of firearms training, including classroom and range instruction.
- What is the level of the course? – This class is for all who have the recognized 8 hours of prior training or Active or Retired Military, or Honorably Discharged, (Provide a copy of their DD214)
- (For those that have not acquired a pistol yet, all major calibers will be covered, as will many safe uses and activities.)
- Do I need to own a pistol to take this course? – No. There are a limited number of pistols available I encourage those who have a pistol and holster to use their own to get familiar with their own stuff. You will not be taking our guns and holsters home with you.
- 150 Rounds of Ammunition for the handgun you are bringing.
- Do I need to bring eye and ear protection to this course? – Yes, but if you forget, eye and ear protection will will be available.
