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MD Wear & Carry/HQL Qualification Class

Maryland-approved training delivered on-site — I travel to you for HQL and Wear & Carry permit requirements.

Duration: 16 hours classroom, 1 hours range

Environment: In Person

$325.00

Fee

Date Location Class Size Class Time Instructor Availability

There are no upcoming classes scheduled for this course.

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Description

This course satisfies the Maryland State Police training requirements for both the Handgun Qualification License (HQL) and the Wear & Carry Permit. Instruction is delivered on-site in Maryland, making it convenient for students and groups. The curriculum covers firearm safety, operation, and handling, as well as Maryland laws regarding use of force, transportation, and storage.
Students will complete classroom instruction, practical exercises, and live-fire qualification standards as required by Maryland law.
Designed for responsible citizens seeking to obtain or renew their HQL or Wear & Carry permit, this training emphasizes safety, compliance, and confidence.

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Topics Covered

  • Firearm safety rules and mindset

  • Parts and operation of handguns

  • Safe handling, loading, and unloading procedures

  • Proper stance, grip, sight alignment, and trigger control

  • Maryland laws on use of force, transportation, and storage

  • Situational awareness and conflict avoidance

  • Live-fire qualification standards (for Wear & Carry permit)

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Expectations and Outcomes

By the end of this course, students will:

  • Demonstrate safe handling and operation of a firearm.

  • Understand and apply Maryland firearm laws and responsibilities.

  • Successfully complete the live-fire qualification (Wear & Carry).

  • Meet Maryland State Police training requirements for HQL and Wear & Carry applications.

  • Receive a certificate of completion to submit with their permit application.

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Types

Concealed Carry License, Concealed Carry Training, Handgun Fundamentals, In Home Defense Training, USCCA Courses

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Documentation Requirements

  • Valid government-issued ID (Driver’s License, State ID, Passport, etc.)

  • Completed waiver form (required before participation)

  • Proof of residency (for Maryland applicants)

  • Any prior training certificates (if applying for renewal or exemption)

The instructor requires a copy of your Government Issued ID once you register.

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Requirements

  • Personal firearms must be unloaded upon arrival (mandatory at any classroom location — no exceptions).

  • Eye and ear protection required.

  • Ammunition (minimum 50 rounds) for live-fire qualification.

  • Rental firearms and ammunition available at additional cost.

  • Comfortable clothing suitable for classroom and range activity.

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