California CCW Training

This is the initial course required to apply for your CCW permit. This firearms safety course covers essential topics such as firearm safety protocols, alongside the legal and moral aspects of carrying a firearm, equipping you with the skills needed to become proficient and confident in your ability to carry. At the completion of this course, you are eligible to receive a DOJ Firearms Safety Certificate if required. Part-1 of the CCW courses is available in an online format, while Part-2 consists of in-person live-fire training at a designated range for hands-on practice and qualifications. You may register now for a CCW course by clicking the link below. Please note that this course is currently only approved for Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo Counties and the City of Lompoc. Feel free to contact us with any questions before registering.

Part-1 of this firearms safety course includes a self-paced online component, which is $150 due upfront, granting you immediate access to training materials.

Part-2 of this course takes place in person and offers various options:

1. One-on-one personal training, which involves force options simulator training, skills and drills, along with live-fire training for $200 payable upon completion of the training. A $15 range fee applies per person.

2. You can split one-on-one training with another participant, sharing the cost—$100 each due upon completion, plus a $15 per person range fee.

3. Alternatively, join a group class for Part-2 at $125 (6-10 students), payable during in-person registration.

If you wish to incorporate Force Options Simulator training and skills and drills into a group class, it is an additional $50 and may be scheduled on a different day from the live-fire training as the Force Options training is conducted at the Peacekeeper Specialized Training Institute.

This course meets the requirements of CPC 26165 to renew a California CCW permit. Designed for CCW holders who have completed an approved 16-hour course and hold a current, valid CCW permit nearing expiration, this course serves as a streamlined option. It includes essential classroom instruction and comprehensive live-fire training. Upon successful completion, students will receive a certificate to facilitate CCW permit renewal.

This CCW course is structured in a two-part format. Part-1 encompasses an online self-paced component that addresses crucial state training, including the appropriate use of force, self-defense laws, and mental health training. These topics are also reviewed in person during Part-2, where students must pass a written test. Part-2 features live-fire training, providing students with various options.

Part-1, including the self-paced online training, is priced at $100.00.

Part-2 is conducted in person and features live-fire training and qualification options:

- Limited training on new skills along with live-fire training/qualification for $65, payable in person upon qualifying.

- Skills and drills, Force Options Simulator, and live-fire qualification for $115, also payable in person upon qualifying.

Group training rates are available for renewal by prior arrangement with a minimum number of students. For any inquiries, please feel free to contact us.

Additionally, we offer semi-private lessons with family and buddy registration discounts for two individuals enrolling together. The 8-hour Renewal course for two is priced at $145 per person and includes firearms safety course components, skills, drills training, and covers range fees.

We utilize Judgement Training Software featuring various scenarios from law enforcement, security, and CCW courses, including a firearms safety course and live-fire training, to help build the skills and confidence in our students.