8Hour Class

This class meets all Colorado training requirements in HB24-1174 to apply for your concealed handgun permit. A written concealed handgun competency exam and live-fire shooting exercise will be administered and must be passed in order to obtain your CHP certificate. The Concealed Handgun Permit course offers a comprehensive blend of classroom learning and hands-on range experience, equipping you with the knowledge and skills needed for responsible firearm carry and personal protection. Designed for both experienced individuals and those relatively new to firearms, this course provides thorough, hands-on instruction. You'll build a solid foundation in firearm safety, maintenance, types of firearms, ammunition, and the fundamentals of shooting. Additionally, we cover legal issues related to concealed carry and the use of force. Both classroom instruction and live-fire exercises are included. Range time includes 50 rounds shot for practice before the required 50 rounds for the live-fire CHP exercise. Upon completion, you will meet the legal requirements to apply for a Concealed Handgun Permit through your county.

The required elements of the Concealed Handgun Permit (CHP) course:

Knowledge and Safe Handling of Firearms and Ammunition
Safe Storage of Firearms and Child Safety
Safe Firearms Shooting Fundamentals
Federal and State Laws Pertaining to the Lawful Purchase, Ownership, Transportation, Use, and Possession of Firearms
Extreme Risk Protection Orders
Requirements for Reporting Lost or Stolen Firearms
Requirements for Secure Firearms Storage
State Laws Pertaining to the Use of Deadly Force for Self-Defense
Instruction on Any Other State Law enacted within 5 years before the class that pertains to the purchase, ownership, transportation, use, and possession of firearms
Best Practices to Ensure Concealed Handgun Permit Holders Safely Interact with Law Enforcement Personnel who are responding to an emergency
Instruction Regarding Techniques for Avoiding a Criminal Attack and How to Manage a Violent Confrontation, including conflict resolution and judgmental use of lethal force
Students must complete a live-fire exercise on a range, discharging at least 50 rounds with a minimum 70% accuracy score
Students must complete a written Concealed Handgun Competency exam which tests a student’s knowledge of the subjects with a minimum score of 80%

Important

Level: Beginner
Prerequisite: None

What to Bring

Photo ID
Eye protection
Ear protection
Firearm
100+ rounds of ammo
Please bring a lunch

CCW Classes (Knowledge is Key) Spring 2026