Date/Time
Date(s) - 06/13/2026
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location
IHOP - Peoria
Categories
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First of all thank you for your interest in our courses. More importantly, thank you for your desire to increase you knowledge and skill as a SAFE and responsible gun owner.
While this is a non-shooting course, it will satisfy Arizona DPS training requirements to obtain your permit.
The course will cover defensive pistol selection, ethics of use of force, legal information, basic firearms knowledge, and what to do before, during, and after a defensive shooting incident, and legal information pertaining to use, carry, purchase, and ownership of a firearm.
While we are a constitutional carry state, and we do not need a CCW to carry concealed, the following are some benefits to having a CCW:
1) Reciprocity: several states recognize out CCW and will allow you to carry concealed in their states with our permit. Nevada is one of these states. I have spoken with DPS and they will not update their website until they get a written letter from Nevada, If you need to confirm, you can call 702-828-3271.
2) Under federal Law (USC 922(q)(2)(A)) It is illegal to transport your firearm within 1,000 feet of school grounds, unless you have a state issued firearms permit (Arizona CCW qualifies under this)
3) Faster processing for firearms purchases
4) the more you have in your corner if you have to defend yourself in court, the better
5) Be able to carry into alcohol serving establishments concealed
6) Serves as a way of informing a police officer you have a firearm without having to say the word “gun” when interacting with them.
We will have someone on site to do fingerprints for $20. The CCW department of AZ DPS will not accept any clearance cards, including the DPS fingerprint cards. They will require new fingerprint cards to be filled out.
FAQs
WHO CAN TAKE IT?
Anyone with a desire to learn can attend this course. the information can apply to almost all ages.
What are the requirements to obtain a CCW?
- be a resident of this state or a United States citizen;
- Is twenty-one years of age or older or is at least nineteen years of age and provides evidence of current military service or proof of honorable discharge or general discharge under honorable conditions from the United States Armed Forces, United States Armed Forces Reserve or a State National Guard.
- not be under indictment for a felony offense;
not be convicted of a felony offense, unless the conviction has been expunged, set aside, vacated or pardoned, or the individuals right to possess firearms has be restored AND the individual must not be a prohibited possessor under state or federal law.
Fin
Fingerprinting and Fees
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Fingerprinting: Required for your CCW application. We’ll have an onsite technician offering fingerprinting for $20 (not included in the course fee).
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Application Fee: Arizona charges a $60 fee that can be paid any time after the class.
Note: DPS does not accept fingerprint clearance cards—even from DPS itself or federal agencies. You must submit new fingerprint cards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can take the class?
Anyone interested in responsible firearm ownership and legal carry is welcome. While the permit is only issued to those 21+ (or 19+ with military service), the class is educational and open to nearly all ages.
Eligibility requirements to apply for a CCW permit:
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U.S. citizen or Arizona resident
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21 or older (or 19+ with proof of current or former military service)
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No felony convictions or disqualifying legal restrictions
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Not adjudicated mentally incompetent
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Not unlawfully present in the U.S.
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Completion of a DPS-approved firearms safety course (this class qualifies)
Can I register friends or family?
Yes! You can reserve multiple seats through our registration form.
What should I bring?
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A valid photo ID
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Something to write with
What not to bring:
Please do not bring firearms or live ammunition. This is a non-shooting, classroom-only course.
Cancellation & Reschedule Policy
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To cancel or reschedule, please contact us at least 48 hours before your scheduled class. You will be eligible to transfer your registration to a future class, subject to a 50% administrative fee.
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No refunds will be issued for any reservations or services offered, including class reservations, fingerprinting, and delivery services.
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To cancel or reschedule, call 480-244-6315 or email us at gerard@safearizona.com.
Have Questions?
We’re here to help! Call us anytime at 480-244-6315 for questions about the course, eligibility, or how to apply.