Grand Rapids Concealed Carry Coalition

Grand Rapids Concealed Carry Coalition teaches Michigan's required Concealed Pistol License training courses. Their classes are 5+ hours, typically held on weekends, and fill up quickly—especially since COVID-19 ramped up interest in carrying.

They walk you through the entire Michigan CPL process: - Required handgun training and safety fundamentals - How to complete Form RI-012 (Michigan's CPL application) - What to expect when visiting your county clerk - Fingerprinting requirements and next steps - Timeline expectations (typically 45 days state processing + mail time)

1. Take the class - Weekend course, original certificate provided 2. Apply at county clerk - Bring certificate, photo ID, Form RI-012, and $100 fee 3. Get fingerprinted - Can happen at sheriff's office, state police, or local agency 4. Wait for mail - Michigan issues within 45 days; most arrive in 1-2 weeks

"When seconds count, help is minutes away." - Coalition tagline

Signup early—classes book fast. Some people complete the entire process in a week; others take the full 60+ days depending on scheduling and state processing time.

The best time to sign up for your CPL training is immediately. Even if you don't take the class for weeks, getting on a waiting list puts you ahead. County clerks' offices and training schedules are busier than ever.