Our Illinois Concealed Carry License (CCL) class consists of interactive classroom instruction and discussion on all the topics mandated by the Illinois State Police (ISP). We encourage class participation, and every effort is made to give students a realistic understanding of the practical implications of the new responsibility they are about to undertake. This course is focused on the new shooter and introduces them to the principles of using a handgun for personal defense.  This course will exceed the requirements set forth by the Illinois State Police (ISP).
 
Our CCL class is comprised of two sessions and  Topics covered in each session, including but not limited to, noted below: Students will need to compelate both Session A & B to be approved to apply for IL CCW Liscense.
 
Class A and Class 
 
Session A - 8 Hours 
Firearm safety including handling, home storage, vehicle storage, safety in the home with a particular emphasis on children in the home
Basic principles of marksmanship
Pistol knowledge, overview of weapon types and weapon familiarization
Proper handgun selection, equipment inspection and substitution if deemed necessary
Ammunition knowledge
Brief and range protocol/ weapon handling skills/ drawing from the holster
Dry fire and live fire drills are designed to complement each other
Handgun concealment options and techniques
 
Session B - 8 Hours 
All applicable State and Federal laws relating to the ownership, storage, carry, and transportation of a firearm
Interaction in this portion of the class is encouraged and is taught by a subject matter expert
Practical range exercises
Primer to the importance of mental conditioning, tactical thought process in conjunction with one’s mechanical knowledge and the realities of operating under the influence of stress
Illinois law and FOID Act
Use of force principles
Legal use of force decision making exercises
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     16 hours total