ILLINOIS CONCEALED CARRY (16 Hour, 8 Hour, and 3 Hour CCL

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  This course is the United States Concealed Carry Association’s Concealed Carry and Home Defense class which meets the requirements established by the Illinois State Police for obtaining a concealed carry license. The curriculum covers developing a personal/family safety plan, self-defense basics, defensive shooting fundamentals, use of force, violent encounters, gear, basic/advanced skills, and Illinois law. 

While most students require the full 16-hour CCL certification course, there are those who may qualify for the 8-hour version, such as persons who are serving or have served in the military (active duty ID or DD-214 required).

The 3-hour CCL renewal is required every 5 years. You may take this class at any time prior to your CCL expiration date. 

Exceptions to the 16 Hour CCL Requirement:

The administrative rules governing training hours required to qualify for a Concealed Carry License do allow credit for other, specified training. The state will pernit you to claim up to 8 hours of credit from previous training. 

8 Hours Training Credit: Active, retired, or honorably discharged members of the U.S. Armed Forces; previously qualified law enforcement or corrections officers; and the following NRA courses - Basic Pistol, Personal Protection in the Home, and Personal Protection Outside the Home. 

4 Hours Training Credit: Illinois Hunter Safety Course; Chicago Firearms Safety Course; and concealed carry training from the following states - Utah, Florida, Nevada, Missouri, Kentucky, and Michigan. 

You must present a training certificate/proof of attendance to receive credit for the above training.