Concealed Handgun License Class

Concealed Handgun License Classes For the Utah, Oregon, and Florida

Classes are added regularly!

Please notify your friends, family, and co-workers who may have expressed interest in obtaining Concealed Handgun/Firearm Permit. Unless stated otherwise, there are still openings in all listed classes, but classes have been filling up about 2 weeks in advance.

I view my role as a guide to assist my students to both
get their permits and help them recognize potentially
life threatening situations. We identify several defensive
and avoidance tactics. And, importantly, we discuss
issues pertaining the aftermath of self defense.

Classes are not created equally, do not settle for less!

Class Locations:

Portland OR Area: Usually held in Clackamas, OR, near
I-205 and Exit 12. The class registration letter will give exact
location

Everett WA Area: Held at Sam's Gun Shop and Range on
Airport Road every few months.

Class Dates:

See the Schedule page for more information. New Classes
are added regularly.

Classes can also be scheduled at your location and date. Please
contact me for pricing and required number of students.

Utah	Oregon	Florida

Utah

Who May Apply for Utah Concealed Firearm Permit (CFP):
You must be at least 21 years old with no felony, domestic violence, or alcohol
related criminal convictions and be legally able to own a firearm to attend this
class and get the permit.

Utah permits are available to US citizens and legal aliens that meet this criteria.
Note that the Utah permit is valid in Washington, Idaho, Montana, and
many other states.

As of July 1, 2006, all applicants for the UT permit must attend the entire class
because Utah does not recognize previous training. After successfully attending
the class, you must apply for the UT permit before 12 months have elapsed or
you will have to retake the class.

Class Cost:
The cost of the class will vary depending on the location:

Clackamas OR: $85 if paid in advance or $95 at the door.
Everett WA: $105 if paid in advance or $115 at the door.
The cost of the class includes the Fingerprinting, Notarization & Photography services that are generally available at the class. Normally those services would cost approximately $25!!

What you should bring to the class:
Please bring your government issued photo ID, Note taking materials, Class payments as appropriate above, and lunch. By bringing your lunch, I can continue to lecture while you eat and that typically saves some time.

Class Synopsis:
The minimum course length is approximately 4 hours, the lecture is scheduled from 9 AM -1 PM.
Photography service starts at 8 AM.
The lecture either when all the photos have been taken or 9 AM, which ever is earliest.
The actual ending time is dependent on the number of students and the number of questions. Signing certificates and applications may take a bit longer.

The class meets the minimum Utah CFP training requirements and covers these topics:
1. Basic Handgun Safety
2. Gun handling exercise
3. Utah laws on weapons and deadly force
4. Self-defense principles and defensive mindset
5. Concealed carry equipment and techniques
6. States where the Utah permit is recognized.

You should NOT bring any firearms, ammunition, and recording devices of any kind.

Applying for the Permits:
You will receive a course completion certificate and an application for the Utah permit which will have my instructor info and signature on them if you successfully complete the class by passing the gun handling exercise and taking good notes.

All students will apply for the Utah CFP through the U.S. mail. The mail packet must include:

The original Utah Application, as signed by me and notarized.
Your check for the application fee (currently $65.25).
A single passport quality photo with your name (as appears on the application) printed on the back with a felt tip pen.
A copy of your drivers license.
The completed fingerprint card.
I'd suggest sending a copy of any other CHL/CFP that you might have also, I believe doing so has sped things up in the past for other applicants.

Oregon

Who May Apply for Oregon Concealed Handgun License (CHL):
You must be at least 21 years old with no felony, domestic violence, or alcohol related criminal convictions and legally able to own a firearm to attend this class.

Oregon Residents have to take this class, and pass the background check performed by the Sheriff in the Oregon County in which they reside. Non-residents may apply also, see the non-resident section.

Class Cost:
Clackamas OR: $45 if paid in advance or $55 at the door.
The cost of the class will vary depending on location.

What you should bring to the class:
Please bring your government issued photo ID, Note taking materials, and Class payments as appropriate above.

Class Synopsis:
Lecture is scheduled from 6 PM - 9 PM.
The actual ending time is dependent on the number of students and the number of questions. Signing certificates and applications may take a bit longer.

The class meets the minimum Oregon CHL training requirements covers these topics:
1. Basic Handgun Safety
2. Oregon laws on weapons and deadly force
3. Self-defense principles and defensive mindset
4. Concealed carry equipment and techniques

You should NOT bring any firearms, ammunition, and recording devices of any kind.

Applying for the CHL:
You will receive a course completion certificate which will have my instructor info and signature on them if you successfully complete the class. You will take a copy of the certificate your local sheriff's office. Make sure you copy both sides of the course completion certificate. Application for the OR permit must be done in person at your local sheriff's office.

Information for Non-Residents of Oregon who want the OR CHL:

Oregon CHL permits are available to residents of those states that border Oregon who have a compelling reason for getting the permit. For example, a business purpose in Oregon or threats against your life.

Additionally, non-residents may need to provide a letter from their state's Dept of Mental Health (address below) stating that the applicant has not been judged incompetent, etc. The letter may not be required if you already have a CHL from your state.

The sheriff with whom non-residents apply will ultimately determine if your reason is compelling enough to issue your permit because issuance is at his discretion. Some Oregon County Sheriff's are more friendly than others for out of state applicants and may not require a business purpose. These may include the sheriffs located in Hillsboro(Washington Co.), Astoria(Clatsop Co.), St. Helens(Columbia Co.), and Lakeview(Lake Co.). Your experience may vary of course.

DSHS/MENTAL HEALTH DIVISION
http://www1.dshs.wa.gov/mentalhealth/index.shtml

1115 Washington Street/P.O. BOX 45320
Olympia, Washington 98504-5320
FAX: (360) 902-0809 or 902-7691
Office of Consumer Affairs: 1-800-446-0259

Send a fax or letter to them with your signature requesting your history be released. You must include an accurate address.

Florida

Course Information:
This class meets the requirements for the Florida permit. It does require firing your pistol. There is a classroom portion where we discuss topics including:

1. Basic Handgun Safety
2. Florida laws on weapons and deadly force
3. Self-defense principles and defensive mindset
4. States where the Florida permit is recognized.

The lecture is scheduled from 9 AM - 12:30 AM. We'll gather at the range as soon as the lecture is over.

After that, we will adjourn to the range where you will be required to show your proficience shooting. The test is fairly simple but includes shooting from the Isosceles, Weaver, and 1-Handed defensive stances. Then, from your favorite stance, you must perform various techniques like an emergency reload, immediate action drills, and failure drills. The latter are timed and recorded. In both cases, the number of hits you get will be recorded.

You must successfully pass the proficiency test to pass the class!

What to Bring:
You will be required to bring 30 cartridges for the test with your defensive firearm. Depending on the range we use, you may need to purchase the ammunition at the range. Bring an UNLOADED FIREARM to the class. You will also need ear (at minimum muff style and preferrably squishy plugs too) and eye protection. Bring your lunch and note taking materials also.

Cost:
The cost of the class will vary depending on the location. In Clackamas, $85 if paid in advance or $95 at the door. In Everett, $115 if paid in advance or $115 at the door. Notarization and photography services are generally available at the class. Please bring $10 (total) if you want to use these services. Unfortunately, for this permit you must get fingerprinted by a law enforcement agency. You will also need to pay any range fees, plan on <$20 plus ammunition.

Class Location(s):
In the Portland, OR area, the class is typically held in Clackamas, OR near I-205 and exit 12. You must register for the class to get the exact location. The range portion will probably take place at either Douglas Ridge Rifle club in Eagle Creek or the Public Safety Training Center in Clackamas.

Applying for the Permit:
You will be given the Florida application packet. The current fee for the permit is $117 including the fingerprint processing and application fees. The application process is discussed in the class.

If you have any questions about the classes, please call me at (503) 348-7354 or send me email at rmoore@gunsmartfirearmtraining.com.