The course goal is to teach the basic knowledge, skills and attitude necessary to carry a concealed pistol for personal protection. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to apply for an Arizona Concealed Carry Weapons (CCW) permit through the Arizona Department of Public Safety (AzDPS); in addition, this course may meet CCW education requirements for other states - students should inquire with particular state of interest for acceptance.
Students will learn firearm safety, basic defensive pistol skills, drawing from a holster to include from concealment, loading and stoppage remediation, defensive mindset, legal aftermath, types of concealed carry methods, and live fire (on range) drills. At the conclusion of the course, the student will be given a shooting qualification course (50 rounds).
Student Equipment:
Quality Pistol appropriate for concealed carry – recommend minimum of 9mm or .38 Special
Quality Strong Side Hip Holster – recommend form fitted leather or kydex, must cover trigger/trigger guard and have two points of contact with belt (If using an appendix holster (AIWB), contact instructor prior to attending)
Quality Belt, designed to carry a holster and a firearm strongly recommended
Quality ammunition suitable for practice. (Minimum 250 rounds)
Spare magazines or speed loaders with appropriate pouches – at least two additional (3 total devices for class)
Clothing appropriate for concealed carry (example - over garment, jacket, vest, etc.)
Eye protection
Hearing protection - recommend electronic This is the perfect class if you are interested in getting your Concealed Carry Permit or already have your permit. This course will give you a solid foundation in concealed carry fundamentals and shooting skills. This class is also a prerequisite to becoming an NRA CCW Instructor. Regardless of whether this course satisfies your state’s required training for concealed carry, it is an excellent primer for anyone who plans to go armed in public and wishes to do so safely and responsibly. Developed by the experts at the NRA and taught by NRA Certified Instructors, this is quality instruction for those who want to be truly informed and well-rounded concealed pistol carriers.
WHAT YOU GET:
1. The Official NRA CCW Course for Arizona taught by NRA-Certified Firearms Instructors 2. We provide you with an Arizona Concealed Weapons Permit Application Packet 3. We will walk you through filling out the paperwork 4. Book #1: “Basics of Pistol Shooting” 5. Book #2: “Basics of Personal Protection Outside the Home” Review of Arizona State Laws, street threats, and the unique responsibilities that govern the use of nonlethal and deadly force. This course is highly informational and is recommended for all Arizona residents; it also meets the Arizona requirements to obtain a Concealed Carry Weapons Permit (see CCW Requirements for important details). Instruction provided by an NRA Certified Instructor.
CCW Topics Covered Overview of Arizona & Federal Law Using lethal force & its consequences Interacting with Law Enforcement Fingerprinting & completing forms (All forms and fingerprinting included) Ladies only