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.
On July 9, 2013, Public Act 98-63, the Firearm Concealed Carry Act became state law (430 ILCS 66). This law requires an Illinois Concealed Carry License to carry a concealed firearm in Illinois.