NRA Basic CCW

Description

This course delivers a complete foundation in safe, responsible concealed carry. The curriculum exceeds Maryland Wear and Carry training requirements, fulfills the DC CPL training mandate, and satisfies multi-state permit training standards. Through structured classroom instruction and required live-fire qualification, students gain essential knowledge, practical skills, and legal understanding necessary for competent concealed carry across multiple jurisdictions.

Course Goal: To teach the basic knowledge, skill and attitude necessary to carry a concealed pistol for personal protection. 

Topics Covered

Day One: 
Lesson 1: Firearm Safety (1 hour)
Lesson 2: Pistol Nomenclature and Selecting a Pistol for Self-Defense (1 hour)
Lesson 3: Ammunition Knowledge and Defensive Ammunition Selection (1 hour)
Lesson 4: Basic Defensive Pistol Skills (2 hours)
Lesson 5: Drawing from Concealment (2 hours)
Lesson 6: Loading and Stoppage Remediation (1 hour)

Day Two:
Lesson 7: Mindset (2 hours)
Lesson 8: Carry Modes and Pistol Concealment (2 hour)
Lesson 9: Firearm Cleaning (1 hour)
Lesson10: Sport Shooting and Training Activities (1 hour)
Lesson 11: Legal/Law Considerations (2 hour)

Range Day: Will be Scheduled
CCW CoF (2 hours)

Expectations and Outcomes

By the end of this course, students will have demonstrated safe firearm handling, core defensive shooting skills, legal understanding, and the competencies required for responsible concealed carry. The instructor determines whether each student has met all learning objectives and safety standards before live-fire qualification. Students must successfully complete all hands-on safety practicals prior to range work. Those seeking DC and Maryland permits must pass both qualifications. This training also supports multi-state permit applications.

Types

Basic, Intermediate, Concealed Carry Training, NRA Courses

Requirements

Prerequisite:
This course is open to all individuals, including new shooters, with no prior training required. Completion of NRA Basic Pistol or equivalent instruction is strongly recommended to ensure students are prepared for the pace and safety expectations of concealed carry training.

Required Equipment for Training

(No personal firearms may be brought by students)

To successfully complete the live-fire portion of this course, participants must have the following items. 

• A quality pistol appropriate for concealed carry (minimum recommended: 9mm or .38 Special)
• A quality strong-side hip holster that fully covers the trigger and trigger guard (form-fitted leather or Kydex recommended)
• A sturdy belt designed to support a holster and firearm
• Quality practice ammunition (minimum recommended: 200 rounds)
• Spare magazines or speedloaders with appropriate pouches (minimum of two additional, for a total of three)
• Clothing suitable for concealed carry and weather conditions
• Eye protection
• Hearing protection (electronic recommended)

Range Information
Range instruction and qualification are conducted on a separate day from the classroom portion. Attendance at the range session is mandatory to complete the course requirements.

The DC qualification consists of a timed 50-round course of fire, requiring students to draw from the holster and engage a B-27 silhouette target at 3, 5, 7, 10, and 15 yards.

The Maryland qualification consists of a timed 25-round course of fire, fired from the low-ready position on a B-27 silhouette target at 3, 5, 7, and 15 yards.

Both DC and Maryland require a maximum passing score of 80% or better per MDTTactics standards, but a minimum passing score of 70% per state/local requirements.