South Carolina CWP

Description

Concealed Weapons Permit (CWP) Course

Take a vital step as a responsibly armed citizen!  Our Concealed Weapons Permit (CWP) course is designed to give you the knowledge, skills, and confidence to responsibly carry and use a firearm for personal protection.

The class begins with safe firearm handling, storage, and the latest South Carolina and Federal firearms laws.  We will also cover the laws governing the use of deadly force so that you know not only how to defend yourself and your loved ones, but also how to do so legally and responsibly.

We’ll also explore practical carry methods, positions, and holster options to help you choose what works best for your lifestyle, as well as firearms maintenance to keep your equipment reliable.

Following a brief review, students will take the South Carolina Concealed Weapons Permit examination and then proceed to the range for the live fire shooting qualification.  Finally, we fill out the forms required for submittal to the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, and detailed instructions will be provided to each student for fingerprinting and submittal of CWP applications to SLED.

*NOTE: This is not a course for first-time shooters!  Students must be safe firearm handlers and possess a basic level of proficiency.  Students without the requisite safe handling skills or shooting proficiency may complete the classroom training and written test, and will be given the opportunity to obtain additional training and then complete the shooting qualification at a later date.

Topics Covered

Classroom Instruction

• Firearm safety fundamentals
• South Carolina laws on concealed carry & use of force
• Federal laws on traveling with a firearm 
• Legal responsibilities & prohibited carry location
• Interaction with law enforcement while carrying
• Situational awareness & conflict avoidance
• Safe firearm storage and transport

• Proper stance, grip, and sight alignment
• Loading, unloading, and clearing malfunctions
• Live-fire practice under instructor guidance
• State-required shooting qualification (accuracy and safety demonstrated)

Expectations and Outcomes

What You Can Expect:

• Patient, step-by-step instruction in both the classroom and on the range

• Safety emphasized at all times, with instructors available to answer questions

• Time for breaks, lunch, and discussion throughout the course

• All state-required materials and instruction to meet CWP application standards

What You Will Gain:

• A thorough understanding of South Carolina firearm and self-defense laws

• Instruction in safe firearm handling, storage, and carry practices

• Guided practice with shooting fundamentals in a controlled environment

• The opportunity to complete the state’s required live-fire qualification

• Official documentation of training completion if all course requirements are met

Types

Basic, Intermediate, Concealed Carry License, Concealed Carry Training

Documentation Requirements

Drivers license

Requirements

• This is a “rain or shine” event – dress appropriately!
• A reliable handgun in proper working order
• 50 rounds of factory-made ammunition in the correct caliber for your firearm 
• Eye protection (ANSI-rated shooting glasses recommended)
• Ear protection (muffs or electronic preferred)
• A hat with a bill/visor to shield your face from brass
• Closed-toe shoes and appropriate range clothing 
• Lunch, water, and snacks (we’ll have a lunch break during class)
• Pen and notebook for classroom notes (optional)
• If you do not have any of these items, please let us know in advance so we can make arrangements for you to rent them.
• Please do not purchase a firearm specifically for this class.

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