North Carolina Concealed Carry Instructors Association

The North Carolina Concealed Carry Instructors Association (NCCCIA) operates as the statewide professional organization representing licensed concealed carry instructors throughout North Carolina. Founded to bring together instructors under a single unified voice, NCCCIA works on three core fronts: improving industry professionalism, shaping legislation that affects instructors and gun owners, and building public trust in the concealed carry profession.

NCCCIA membership is open to:

• •Active Members: Licensed concealed carry instructors in North Carolina
• •Associate Members: Instructors licensed in other states, law enforcement professionals, and public safety personnel ($50 annual dues)

The organization has been led by a board of experienced professionals with deep roots in law enforcement and firearms instruction—including a retired sheriff, state firearms academy director, magistrate judge, and former police captains.

• •Legislative Advocacy: The organization actively engages with policymakers and stakeholders to shape regulations that protect individual rights while promoting responsible firearm ownership. They respond to legislative changes affecting concealed carry laws and instructor licensing.

• •Professional Development: NCCCIA keeps members informed about industry updates, legal changes, and best practices. They facilitate networking among instructors to share training techniques and professional standards.

• •Public Education: Through community outreach and public education initiatives, NCCCIA works to counter misconceptions about firearms and highlight the importance of safety and responsible ownership. This includes:
• •Firearm safety education programs
• •Safe storage advocacy and best practices
• •Situational awareness and personal safety training
• •Workplace violence prevention resources

Board Expertise

The leadership brings credentials that matter:

• •Advocating for Change: The organization recognizes that instructors and gun owners face regulatory pressures. They leverage collective expertise to shape sensible reforms while advocating for responsible firearm policies.

• •Building Positive Perception: Public perception matters. NCCCIA works to build trust between concealed carry professionals and their communities through transparency, education, and proactive engagement.

• •Promoting Responsible Ownership: Beyond safety practices, NCCCIA encourages gun owners to:
• •Stay informed about relevant laws and regulations
• •Seek ongoing training and education
• •Advocate for responsible firearm policies
• •Be community ambassadors for safe practices

NCCCIA operates from Kernersville, NC. The organization welcomes instructors at any career stage—from those just starting to seasoned professionals with decades of experience. Membership strengthens the collective voice advocating for concealed carry instructors' interests in North Carolina.

"At NCCCIA, inclusivity is paramount. A diverse membership strengthens our collective voice and enables us to advocate more effectively on behalf of concealed carry professionals in North Carolina."

• •Contact Information:
• •Email: [email protected]
• •Address: NCCCIA, P.O. Box 216, Kernersville, NC 27285