Training

Concealed Carry
Class Schedule

If you live in the North Carolina area and wish to attend an in-person Concealed Carry Handgun Course, our next two scheduled classes are listed below:

  •  March 23, 2024
  • May 4, 2024

All courses are from 8 A.M. to 5 P.M. with a working lunch.

This course provides you with the required prerequisite training and certification to apply for your NC Concealed Carry Permit.

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Protect Your House Firearms

 

What To Expect

When you sign up to attend a Concealed Carry Handgun Training with Protect Your House Firearms, you can anticipate the following:

  • You will be contacted one week prior to class to confirm your attendance.
  • You should plan to bring your weapon, 40 rounds of ammo, a hat, protective eye wear, and hearing protection. If you do not have your own weapon and wish to rent one for qualification purposes that is an option. 
  • While at the range there may be down time between shooting relays. You may wish to bring a camping chair to relax in during this time.
  • The class begins promptly at 8 AM. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to complete required paperwork.
  • The course cost is $60. This covers the classroom teaching, range instruction, qualification, testing, and certificate. 
  • Optional purchases include: Purchase of the training handbook – $11.  Rental of handgun for qualification purpose with 40 rounds of ammo – $10.   Protect Your House Firearms branded Ball Cap – $25
  • Class will run from 8AM-5PM with a working lunch. 
  • To qualify you must score a minimum of 21 out of 30 shots. This course has a mandatory qualification. Due to this, we will be shooting no matter the weather. While we will try to limit any uncomfortable conditions, please bring the appropriate clothing for the weather at an outdoor range.  
  • The written test is 20 questions presented in a T/F and multiple choice format. A grade of 70 or above is needed to pass. 
  • To be clear, this course does not automatically give you a concealed permit. This course is the required prerequisite before you can apply for your permit at your local sheriff’s office. The cost of the permit at this time is $90 to be paid to the Sheriff when you apply. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I have to be 21 years old to take the class? No – We allow those at least 18 years old to take the course. If you take the course before you are 21 years old you have to wait until you are 21 to apply for your permit. 

I took the class several years ago, but I never applied for my permit, did my certificate expire? No –  The certificate never expires. You can wait as long as you want to apply for your permit. The problem comes when you misplace the permit. That will more than likely cause you to have to take the course again. 

Do I have to take the course in the county where I live? No – The course can be taken anywhere in North Carolina with a NC Certified Concealed Carry Instructor.

I saw an ad for an online concealed carry course, can I just do that? No – These online courses are not valid in NC, not matter what their ad says. NC will only recognize an “in-person” class taught by a NC Certified Concealed Carry Instructor. The certificates used by instructor are issued by the state and are the only certificate that a Sheriff’s Office will accept when you apply for your permit. 

Do I have to qualify with the handgun I want to conceal carry? No – You can qualify with any handgun of your choosing. I recommend using the one you want to carry, just for the extra practice.

Do I have to apply for the permit after class? No – You are not obiligated to apply for the permit after the course. Even if you are not interested in concealed carry, the course is excellent for any legally armed citizen who wants to learn about NC Firearms law, the law regarding the use of deadly force, handgun safety/fundamentals, etc.