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USCCA Illinois Concealed Carry Course – 16 Hours
A comprehensive 16-hour course designed to provide you with the training certification required to apply for your Illinois Concealed Carry License.
16 Hours (2 Days)
Plainfield, Illinois
Expert Instructors
Course Overview
Join us for the 16 hour (two 8 hour days) Illinois Concealed Carry and Home Defense Course.
Successfully completing this course will provide you with the training certificate required to APPLY for your Illinois Concealed Carry License with the Illinois State Police.
Curriculum Subjects
- Firearm Safety
- Basic Principles of Marksmanship
- Care, Cleaning, Loading and Unloading of a Concealable Firearm
- The Applicable State and Federal Laws Relating to the Ownership, Storage, Carry, and Transportation of a Firearm
- Weapon Handling
USCCA Lesson Topics
- Developing a Personal & Home Protection Plan
- Self-Defense Firearm Basics
- Defensive Shooting Fundamentals
- The Legal Use of Force
- Violent Encounters and Their Aftermath
- Gear and Gadgets
- Basic and Advanced Skills
Included in Your Training
Expert Instruction
Personalized hands-on instruction by an expert NRA High Master competitor.
Free USCCA Book
Receive the Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals book at no charge.
All Fees Covered
Range fees are covered and firearm (.22LR Target Pistol) provided for qualification at no charge.
Ammo & Gear Provided
30 rounds of ammo, B27 qualification target, and eye & ear protection provided at no cost.
Important Requirements and Information
Please note the following important information before registering for this course:
- Instruction will be conducted in a classroom setting. Live-fire qualification will be conducted at a gun range and is required for all course attendees.
- Certain classroom locations are NOT wheelchair accessible or may require the use of stairs. If there is a medical condition or physical disability the instructor should be aware of, please contact us prior to registering for this course.
Identification
Bring your valid Illinois Driver’s License/State ID and your valid FOID Card. Both are required to attend this course. You must be 21 years of age or older to register and participate in this course.
Safety First
DO NOT bring your firearm(s) into the instruction facility or classroom. The instructor will provide the firearm required for qualification at the gun range.
NO live ammunition is allowed in the instruction facility or classroom. The instructor will provide the ammunition for qualification at the gun range.
NO alcohol or drugs prior to or during the course. Any indication thereof will lead to immediate removal from the course.
Dress Code
- Upper body: Shoulders, chest, and abdomen must be covered.
- Lower body: Pants or long shorts covering thighs.
- Feet: Fully covered outdoor footwear (No sandals/flip-flops).
Cancellation Policy: Students are required to cancel at least 72 hours in advance for a full refund. Classes canceled less than 72 hours before will not be refunded, though credit may be applied. Stripe fees (2.9% + 0.30) are non-refundable.
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