CHL Firearms Safety Course

The Oregon State Sheriffs' Association (OSSA) runs the state's concealed handgun license (CHL) safety training program. This online course satisfies Oregon's mandatory firearms safety education requirement under ORS 166.291—you need this certificate before you can apply for your CHL with your county sheriff.

The course covers handgun safety fundamentals and meets the state's statutory requirements. Once you complete it and receive your certificate, you'll take that to your county sheriff's office to apply for your actual CHL license.

• •Why OSSA? Oregon's sheriffs believe they're best positioned to provide this training. They take an oath to uphold both the Oregon and U.S. Constitutions—which includes supporting your statutory right to carry concealed. The sheriffs' position is straightforward: law-abiding citizens have a constitutional right to bear arms, and that responsibility includes safe, proper training.

• •Online delivery: Complete the course at your own pace
• •State requirement: Satisfies ORS 166.291 safety training mandate
• •Next step: Take your certificate to your county sheriff to apply for CHL
• •Statewide coverage: All 36 Oregon sheriffs participate in OSSA's program

OSSA offices are in Salem, Oregon (Willamette Valley). You can reach them during business hours:

• •Phone: (503) 364-4204
• •Email: [email protected]
• •Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (Closed Fridays)
• •Mailing address: PO Box 7468, Salem, OR 97303
• •Physical office: 330 Hood St NE, Salem, OR 97301

The Oregon State Sheriffs' Association is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit that supports Oregon's 36 elected county sheriffs through leadership development, training, and professional advancement. Your course completion fee and membership donations are tax-deductible and directly support local sheriff's offices and public safety initiatives statewide.