NY State Mandated 16-Hour Classroom + 2-Hour Live-Fire Concealed Carry Firearm Safety Course Ladies Only

Your Premier Path to Safe, Legal, and Confident Concealed Carry in New York (Total: 18 Hours)

This is a ladies only class; lead by our female firearms instructors.

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New applicants for a New York State pistol license/permit under the Concealed Carry Improvement Act (CCIA) must complete this state-required training before submitting your application. This isn't just compliance—it's comprehensive, expert-led preparation that builds real skills, knowledge, and peace of mind for responsible handgun ownership and carry.

Why Choose Us? The Gold Standard in NY Firearm Training

• Broad, Proven Certificate Acceptance: Our course is accepted in ALL 5 NYC boroughs (Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, Staten Island) plus Broome, Cayuga, Chenango, Chemung, Cortland, Dutchess, Erie, Genesee, Jefferson, Livingston, Madison, Monroe, Montgomery, Niagara, Onondaga, Ontario, Orange, Orleans, Oswego, Putnam, Rensselaer, Rockland, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Sullivan, Tioga, Tompkins, Ulster, Wayne, Westchester, Wyoming, and Yates counties—offering unmatched flexibility. (Acceptance at the discretion of each county's licensing authority—our track record speaks for itself.)

• Elite, Multi-Certified Instructors: Our team holds credentials from the NRA, USCCA, and often NYS DCJS. Experienced professionals deliver confident, practical instruction with a genuine commitment to your success—we're here for you long after class ends.

• All-Inclusive—No Hidden Costs: Tuition covers everything: range fees, beginner-friendly .22 caliber training handgun, ammunition for live-fire exercises and qualification, eye/ear protection, classroom materials, and your official certificate (plus county-specific letters when applicable).

Choose the Support Level That Fits You:

• Standard Package (Included in Tuition)
A free dedicated session to thoroughly review your completed application before submission to the county clerk—helping catch errors, avoid delays, and streamline approval.

• Enhanced Package (+$50 – Monroe County Residents Only)
Upgrade for hands-on help: assistance filling out your application, a final review before submission, guidance on any background questions, how to obtain your criminal record check (if needed), connections to our fully vetted legal team (if needed), and help scheduling your application and fingerprinting appointments. We also provide a Monroe County application form at no extra charge if required.

• Premium Package (+$125 – Exclusive to Monroe County Residents)
Our top-tier, full-service support takes the stress out entirely: Make an in-office appointment where our team assists you in completing your application step-by-step. That includes entering your info online and then printing out your packet, how to obtain your criminal record check (if needed), and scheduling your fingerprinting and application submission appointments. Get expert guidance on addressing any past-related questions, plus direct outreach to our legal team for answers on your behalf. This complete, personalized assistance ensures you're fully supported from start to finish—ideal for a seamless, worry-free process.

Comprehensive, Real-World Curriculum
Exceed NY State minimums with in-depth coverage:
• Application process: requirements, procedures, and paperwork
• Recertification and renewal procedures
• State and federal handgun ownership/carry laws
• Safe storage laws and practices
• Handgun parts, operation, cleaning, and maintenance
• Ammunition fundamentals
• General firearm safety and handling
• Shooting fundamentals, range exercises, and official NY State live-fire qualification
• Concealed carry holsters and options
• The concealed carry mindset
• Situational awareness, conflict management, and de-escalation
• Law enforcement encounter tips and protocols
• Sensitive and restricted locations defined
• Use of deadly physical force laws and circumstances
• Suicide awareness, prevention signs, and resources
• And more practical topics for lifelong preparedness!

Assessment & Certification
Pass the written exam (80% minimum) and live-fire qualification to earn your official certificate of completion—ready for your application packet.

Who Needs This Course?
• New applicants must complete it prior to applying.
• Current NY pistol license/permit holders who are residents of NYC, Westchester, Suffolk, or Nassau must complete this course OR equivalent renewal training within 1 year of your current recertification or expiration date.

Eligibility Note
You must not be a prohibited person (e.g., felony or domestic violence conviction, fugitive, unlawful drug user, DWI within the past 5 years, or other disqualifiers). Contact us with any questions before registering—we're here to clarify.

What to Bring
Your own lunch, snacks, and hydration. We supply nearly everything else: application copies (for a small fee if needed), classroom materials, eye/ear protection, training handgun, ammunition—no extra fees. (County application fees are separate.)Skip the bare-minimum options that leave you uncertain. Choose the professional, supportive course with superior expertise, widest acceptance, and unmatched application assistance—especially our exclusive Monroe County packages.

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Training date details:

The classroom session is going to be held on Saturday May 30 while the range session will be on Sunday May 31. You must attend both sessions to complete the course and receive your certificate of completion

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are the NY concealed carry training requirements in 2026?
  New pistol permit applicants must complete 16 hours classroom + 2 hours live-fire (total 18 hours) under Penal Law §400.00(19). This course meets and exceeds all NY State standards.
2. How long is the NYS pistol permit training course, and what does it include?
  18 hours total (16 classroom + 2 live-fire). Includes .22 training handgun, ammo, range fees, eye/ear protection, materials, and official certificate—no hidden costs.
3. Does this course meet requirements for NYC boroughs and other counties?
  Yes—accepted in all 5 NYC boroughs and many counties statewide (Broome, Cayuga, Chenango, Chemung, Cortland, Dutchess, Erie, Genesee, Jefferson, Livingston, Madison, Monroe, Montgomery, Niagara, Onondaga, Ontario, Orange, Orleans, Oswego, Putnam, Rensselaer, Rockland, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Sullivan, Tioga, Tompkins, Ulster, Wayne, Westchester, Wyoming, Yates). Acceptance depends on the county licensing authority.
4. How much does the course cost, and are there any hidden fees?
  All-inclusive tuition—no hidden fees. Covers handgun, ammo, range, protection, materials, and certificate. Bring your own lunch/snacks/hydration; county application fees separate.
5. Who needs this NY concealed carry training course?
  Required for new pistol permit applicants. Also needed for current permit holders in NYC, Westchester, Suffolk, or Nassau within 1 year of recertification/expiration (or equivalent renewal). Prohibited persons ineligible.

18hr NY State Concealed Carry Training Course Ladies Only (ROC)