BASIC HANDGUN SAFETY - 8 HOURS - $100

The Basic Handgun Safety and Handling course is an 8-hour class that provides students with information and hands-on experience with safe firearm handling and basic marksmanship. You do not need to have a firearm to take this class.

Cost includes all required materials.

ILLINOIS CONCEALED CARRY - 8 HOURS - $150

[ REQUIRED PREREQUISITE: Basic Handgun Safety Course (or equivalent) ]

The Illinois Concealed Carry course is an 8-hour class that equips students with the knowledge, experience, and ability to qualify for application for a concealed carry permit. The Basic Handgun Safety and Handling course is a required prerequisite to this class unless evidence of similar and accepted class is provided.

Cost includes all required materials and range fees. Eye protection rental, ear protection rental, and ammunition costs are the responsibility of the student.

First Defense offers an outreach program to our students, which provides continued assistance and support through periodic additional range times outside of those associated with specific classes. This allows students to stay practicing and improving their skills beyond the basic instruction offered. For more information on these additional range times, please contact us.