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LAPD & LASD CCW Weekend Classes | Los Angeles County CCW

Initial 2-Day (16-Hour) Course – Weekends

Nationwide CCW is an LAPD-Authorized and Approved CCW Training Provider LASD-Authorized and Approved CCW Training Provider Also approved by: Burbank Police, Glendale Police, Pasadena Police, Santa Monica Police, Beverly Hills Police, and many other departments.

(To see a list of police departments we provide CCW training for click here​ and scroll down to see the list)

Important: Los Angeles County police departments do not accept online CCW courses.

18:00 Hours 

Course Category: 16-Hour Initial CCW

 

Course Duration: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Two consecutive weekends (only Day 1 appears on the checkout calendar).

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Location: 6034 Vineland Ave., North Hollywood, CA 91606

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Directions: Google Maps

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Los Angeles CCW Weekend Course

LAPD LASD 2 Days CCW Course 16 hour weekend_Nationwide_CCW

Special Offer: No additional charge for qualifying with more than one firearm — save up to $150!
Payment Options: $349 Cash, Venmo, or Zelle accepted. Select “Manual Payment” at checkout for instructions. $11 will be added for credit card payments.

PRICE:  $799 $349

Please read this section entirely.

This CCW Course satisfies the NEW California (SB2) 16-hour training requirements as set pursuant to the standards in PC 26165, which includes a qualification with the firearm(s) you wish to place on your CCW permit. You MUST qualify with each firearm you want to have on your CCW.

  • What to Bring

  • Please read this entire section carefully.

  • Day 1 – Classroom Day

  • A Warm Jacket (our AC is not a joke)

  • Valid government-issued photo ID

  • Holster for each firearm (required only if your agency mandates it; not required for LAPD or LASD)

  • Your firearm(s) — leave them secured in your vehicle until instructed

  • No ammunition allowed in the classroom

  • Parking is first-come, first-served (gate parking). Please drive smaller vehicles — large trucks or SUVs may need to park on the street.

  • Be on time. Class starts promptly at 8:00 AM. Late arrivals must reschedule (rescheduling fee applies).

  • Day 2 – Range Qualification Day And Classroom

  • A Warm Jacket (our AC is not a joke)

  • Valid government-issued photo ID

  • At least 2 magazines (or speed loaders for revolvers)

  • Your firearm(s) — whatever you want to qualify with for your CCW permit

  • Ammunition (see details below)

  • Note: Range day may be postponed due to weather (rain). You will be notified.

  • Prerequisite & Important Notice

  • Please read this section entirely. Signing up for a course does not guarantee you will pass. You must demonstrate safe firearm handling, pass a shooting qualification of 70% or better, and pass a written test. Any unsafe demonstration of firearm handling may disqualify you from the course without refund.

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  • This is not a beginner course. Students must be able to safely manipulate and fire a handgun. Careless or unsafe gun handling is not acceptable and will result in immediate removal from the class or range with no refund.

  • Additional requirements:

  • Positive attitude and eagerness to learn

  • Firearm(s) must be registered in your name

  • No pregnant women (for safety)

  • No spectators or pets allowed

  • Felons are not permitted in the classroom or on the range (federal law)

  • Some of The Course Topics Covered

  • Proper handling of firearms

  • Responsibilities of handgun ownership

  • Concealed carry laws and best practices

  • Interaction with law enforcement

  • Use-of-force laws (California & federal)

  • Range safety rules

  • Safe firearms handling demonstration

  • Live-fire qualification with your authorized firearm(s)

  • De-escalation techniques

  • Places you can and cannot carry

  • Criminal and civil liabilities

  • Traffic stops while carrying

  • What to do after a shooting (recommended protocol)

  • CCW preparedness tips

  • Firearms and ammunition must remain in your vehicle until instructed on range day.

What you need to bring
What we will provide
What you will receive

  • Absolutely no flip flops, sandals, open toe shoes, shorts, tank tops

  • Class Room Lecture

  • Course Materials

  • Water

  • Certificate (upon successful completion of the course) to submit to the police department you applied for your CCW permit.

  • Bring some snacks or your own lunch (we do provide lunch breaks) Lunch (snacks). 

  • Range fee (initial qualification)

  • Lane fee

  • Range instruction

  • For FL and AZ CCW, you will receive a different certificate which meets the requirements for that particular states CCW training (this is an add-on course and NOT included).

  • Range Day (what to wear) Close-toed Shoes (no flip flops or sandals).  long Pants (no shorts or tank tops)

  • Eyes & ear protection (at the range to use if you do not have your own)

  • Target(s)

  • YOU MUST pass the written test and the range qualification.

  • Current and valid Drivers License or Identification card.

  • List of firearms (make, model, serial number)

  • Wealth of knowledge 

  • YOU MUST pass the written test, the range qualification, and demonstrate safe firearm handling and know how your firearm works in order to pass, no exemptions.

  • Firearm(s).

  • Ammunition - At least 80 rounds for 1st firearm and 30 rounds for each additional qualifying firearm. 

All ammunition must be full metal jacket (New). No Wolf, WPA or Tula ammunition allowed. YOU NEED to score at the range at least 70% to pass.

  • At least 2 Magazines or 2 revolver speed loaders (not the strips)

  • Eye & Ear Protection

  • Good Holster with retention, THIS IS REQUIREMENT SET FORTH BY THE DEPARTMENTS. (Kydex preferred). NO flimsy or SERPA holsters. (not mandated by LAPD or LASD)

Important Notice, Cancellation Policy & Disclaimer

Important NoticeYou must pass both a written test and a live-fire qualification to complete this course. Your course fee includes only the first range session. If you do not pass, you can reschedule for the next class (range fee applies) or book a private session for faster qualification.

Cancellation Policy

  • No cancellations are allowed. To read more about our cancellation and refund policies, please click here.

  • One free rescheduling is allowed only if the request is made at least 72 hours before your class start time. If you are unsure of your schedule, please wait to register.

  • No-call, no-show: You must register for a new class and pay the full course fee. No exceptions.

DisclaimerAll information is for educational purposes only and is not legal advice. CCW holders are responsible for knowing all federal, state, and local firearm laws. If traveling to another state, check that state’s laws before carrying.mportant Notice

You must pass both a written test and a live-fire qualification to complete this course.
Your course fee includes only the first range session. If you do not pass, you can reschedule for the next class (range fee applies) or book a private session for faster qualification.

Cancellation Policy

  • No cancellations allowed. To read more about our cancelation or refund policies please click here 

  • One Free rescheduling only if the request has been made at least 72+ hours before your class start time.
    If you’re unsure of your schedule, please wait to register.

  • No call no show, must register for a new class and pay new course fee. No exception.

Disclaimer

All information is for educational purposes only and not legal advice.
CCW holders are responsible for knowing all Federal, State, and Local firearm laws.
If traveling to another state, check that state’s laws before carrying.

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