California Online CCW
California Online CCW provides the classroom instruction required for concealed carry weapon permits in California. You complete the course online at your own pace, then finish with a live-fire qualification at an affiliated range. Choose your course – Initial (16 hours), Renewal (8 hours), or Non-R...
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California Online CCW provides the classroom instruction required for concealed carry weapon permits in California. You complete the course online at your own pace, then finish with a live-fire qualification at an affiliated range.
1. Choose your course – Initial (16 hours), Renewal (8 hours), or Non-Resident (16 hours) 2. Complete online instruction – Study sections, pass quizzes, take the final exam 3. Print your certificate – Valid for 90 days (60 days for renewal) 4. Live-fire qualification – Complete at an affiliate range in your county 5. Apply for your permit – Submit certificate and qualification results to your county agency
| Course | Length | Validity | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial | 16 hours | 90 days | 90 days to complete |
| Renewal | 8 hours | 90 days | 60 days to complete |
| Non-Resident | 16 hours | 90 days | 90 days to complete |
All courses let you pause and resume whenever you need. Study anytime from home, work, or anywhere with internet.
- •Self-paced instruction broken into sections with quizzes
- •Timed lessons that meet California's 16-hour or 8-hour requirements
- •Final exam covering all course material
- •Printable certificate of completion (screenshot option available)
- •Connection to affiliate ranges for live-fire qualification
Certificates remain valid for 90 days from completion—enough time to schedule and complete your live-fire qualification before applying for your permit.
Non-resident applicants complete the course and take their certificate directly to their county issuing agency, which provides the live-fire test.
The site connects you with providers in your county or city who offer both the course pathway and live-fire range access. Check affiliate pages for any special county requirements or range procedures before enrolling.