Learn the 2 Day Fundamentals of Defensive Concealed Carry of a Firearm and earn your Basic Firearms Safety Certification which allows you to apply for the Massachusetts License to Carry. This course combines the State of Massachusetts and United States Concealed Carry Association (USCCA) curriculum into an energetic and fast paced two-day learning experience appropriate for all skill levels. Sign up here. Details:

• Completion and passing of written will give the attendee the Basic Firearms Safety certificate that is required to apply for the Massachusetts LTC
• Completion of the class provides the attendee with a certification of completion of the USCCA Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals
• The focus is: The safe and appropriate use of firearms. This major focus is on safety in order to protect the individual, others and our rights including the safe storage, unloading, managing and legalities of all types of firearms
• Attendees will learn the fundamentals and mechanical operations of handguns, rifles and shotguns including correct grip, stance, handling, aiming, loading, firing, safing, etc.
• Full coverage of both the State of Massachusetts Basic Firearms Safety the USCCA Firearms Safety, Home Defense and Concealed Carry including:
• * Understanding how to avoid conflict and awareness of your surroundings
• * The psychology of violent encounters
• * The legal aspects of using deadly force (including knowing what to do in the aftermath)
• * Home security and home defense
• * The use of force and the best way to avoid ever having to use your firearm
• Exposure to several different handguns – revolvers, semiautomatics, various sizes
• 4 hours of live fire intermixed throughout the course

Materials provided: LTC Handouts, USCCA Carry Concealed and Home Defense Book, and use of firearms if needed.

Cost to Student: $130– This covers cost of book ($30), instructor insurance ($30), certificate, 50 rounds of ammunition, and donation to WSC.

The class will gather in the clubhouse upstairs meeting room. Target practice will use either the indoor or outdoor ranges, depending upon the weather.

Questions to the Education and Training Chair.