North Carolina Concealed Carry

North Carolina Concealed Carry operates a network of experienced, NRA-certified firearms instructors qualified to teach everything from basic handgun safety to concealed carry permit courses required by the state. When selecting an instructor, experience matters—these instructors emphasize competency with firearms and thorough understanding of local, state, and federal law.

Classes run regularly throughout North Carolina with scheduled sessions in: - Raleigh, NC – Most frequent location with concealed carry permit classes, basic handgun, and mini pistol courses - Rowland, NC – Concealed carry permit and South Carolina CWP classes - Cleveland, NC – NRA Basic Shotgun Shooting instruction

Upcoming classes are listed online with dates spanning February through May, with new sessions added regularly.

• •Concealed Carry Permit Classes combine classroom instruction (approximately 8 hours on day one) with live range fire (2-3 hours on day two). These courses meet North Carolina's training requirement for CCW permit applications.

• •Basic Handgun Classes cover firearm safety fundamentals and handling techniques required to demonstrate competency with a pistol.

• •NRA Basic Shotgun instruction teaches safe shotgun operation and shooting.

• •Mini Pistol Classes (3-part combined format) allow flexibility for shooters with scheduling constraints.

• •South Carolina CWP Classes are also offered for those needing reciprocal permit recognition.

Don't see a scheduled class that works? The instructors offer: - Custom private classes on dates and times you choose - Group training for families, friends, or co-workers - One-on-one specialized instruction for specific skills - Flexible course tailoring based on your needs

Private class pricing varies by group size and training type. Fill out their private class request form to discuss your requirements.

• •Eligibility: You must be a North Carolina resident (at least 30 days prior to application), 21+ years old, a US citizen, and able to demonstrate firearm competency. NC law requires completion of an approved firearms safety course.

Costs: - License fee: $80.00 - Fingerprint processing: up to $10.00 - Total permit fee: $90.00 (plus class tuition) - Renewal fee: $75.00

• •Processing time: Up to 90 days after application submission. Additional time may be needed if criminal record verification is required.

Accepted payment methods include cash, check, Visa, and MasterCard. Online prepayment is preferred. Classes fill to capacity, so prepayment secures your spot. Full refunds are available if you cannot attend a class you've prepaid for.

The site maintains detailed resources on: - Concealed permit laws and carry restrictions - Federal and state prohibited areas (schools, courthouses, certain government buildings) - Permitted carry locations (state parks, premises with alcohol sales, fee-admission venues) - Reciprocity maps for traveling with your NC permit - Updates on pending legislation

Recent updates: North Carolina's proposed Constitutional Carry bill was vetoed in 2025. NC continues to require permits for concealed carry, though reciprocity with other states like Nevada has expanded.

Sign up online for scheduled classes, request private training, or download their mobile app for class schedules and resources. They maintain active social media presence on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and LinkedIn.