ARIZONA BASIC CCW 3.5

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Duration: 3.5 hours

Prerequisite: 

Please refer to the Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZ DPS) Concealed Weapons and Permits website since they have updated their application process @ Arizona Department of Public Safety Online CCW Application | PermitDirector (permitium.com) for permit information and eligibility. 

Course Overview: 

This course is taught by an NRA certified instructor and former Federal Law Enforcement Use of Force and Firearms instructor who has taught at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Academy (FLETC) with over 25 years of real-world law enforcement experience, and who has experience in use of force encounters. 

This course is designed to meet the current state of Arizona requirements for those wanting to apply for an Arizona concealed carry weapons permit. This interactive course will include an overview of the laws and regulations surrounding the carriage of concealed firearms, liabilities, conflict avoidance, use of force, contact with law enforcement authorities, equipment selection, firearms safety, proper handling, and the proper storage of firearms. 

There is ample opportunity in the classroom and range to achieve the desired practical knowledge in this casual, stress-free, and fun learning environment. You’ll find this course to be informative and beneficial in the responsibilities as a legally armed citizen.

This course will also include a 50 round familiarization course of fire for those who wish to apply their newly learned techniques from the lecture portion of the course. 

The course duration is approximately 3.5 hours, depending on class size and number of questions asked, which includes a 2.5-hour live-fire familiarization session. For additional information concerning this course please don’t hesitate to contact us. 

Course Outline:

· Overview of the universal firearms safety rules, storage, and security.

· In-service loading and unloading handgun techniques.

· Basic marksmanship fundamentals overview.

· Arizona laws and regulations surrounding the carriage of concealed firearms.

· Conditions of situational awareness, preparedness, mindset, and training. 

· Concealed carry options and equipment selection (holster, light, first aid, universal tools, etc.).

· CCW Reciprocity and traveling to other states.

· Arizona Revised Statues regarding Justification; for Deadly Physical Force, Self-defense, and 

  Defense of a Third Person.

· Liabilities associated with the carriage of firearms.

· Conflict avoidance, use of force options and aftermath.

· Contact with law enforcement.

· After-action course review. 

Required Equipment: (Some items may be available to rent at the host location)

· Full size, carry, compact, micro semi-automatic pistol or revolver. (Iron sight or Micro Optic   

  equipped)

  -- Students can rent a semi-auto pistol at location if rental firearms are available.

· Hearing protection (passive or electronic).

· Eye protection—wraparound eyewear, polycarbonate lenses or non-shattering prescription glasses.

· Rigid everyday carry (EDC) belt (1.5” or wider)—contact us for additional questions.

· Outside the Waistband (OWB) holster (strongside only), Inside the waistband (IWB) holster or 

  appendix inside the waistband holster are acceptable. (No—cross-draw holsters, nylon, cloth, or 

  SERPA style holsters)—contact us for additional questions.

· Sturdy magazine pouch(es) or revolver speed loader pouch. (optional)

· At least 2 pistol magazines or revolver speed loaders.

· Handheld flashlight. (optional)

· Weapon mounted light with suitable holster (optional)

· Casual, comfortable clothing suitable for training in any weather.

· Cover garment to conceal handgun. 

· Closed toe shoes, footwear suitable for rapid movement and turning. 

· A minimum of 50 rounds of approved range ammunition. 

· Must be at least 21 years of age with a valid state ID or U.S. Government issued ID (Passport or  

  Military ID). (Please contact for additional questions)

·Only active military personnel can apply for a CCW if under 21 years of age. (Please refer to the  

 AZDPS website for details).

Course Occupancy Notification:

Class size for this course is generally kept to 4 students - so everyone receives proper attention as this course covers several important topics regarding concealed carry. Classes fill up quickly due to the size, so sign up today!

This course can be conducted in a family, small group, or corporate setting. Several components of this course are integrated into our 1:1 private lesson plan. For additional information or any special accommodation, please contact us. 

                              ****No Loaded Firearms Allowed in the Classroom****