Refuse to be a victim; refuse to be a liability. If you carry a gun, you need training, and we've got you covered.
Concealed Carry Essentials
Refuse to be a victim; refuse to be a liability!
If you carry a gun, you need training, and we’ve got you covered. From picking the best concealable handgun and holster combo for your needs to the basics of actually using them effectively, this beginner friendly course will have you squared away in no time.
Difficulty Level
Beginner
Prerequisites
None
Course Length
6 Hours
Intended for those new to carrying concealed, this course is an introduction to defensive pistol shooting, focusing on the concealed carry aspect.
By the end of our Concealed Carry Essentials Course, you will be able to to:
- Safely Handle, Load, Unload, and Shoot a Handgun.
- Understand the Principles Behind Concealed Carry
- Understand Deescalation Techniques
- Understand the Importance Of Being Able to Shoot With One Hand
- Self Practice to Hone and Maintain Your Skills Between Formal Training Sessions
- Perform Basic Maintenance on Your Handgun
- And More
Let’s make one thing clear up front, this course is not a concealed carrying licensing course. This class is intended to get those who are new to carrying concealed off to a good start. We will primarily be focusing on auxiliary skills and equipment selection with a separate class being for working on defensive strategy and performance.
Safety
- General Safe Handling
- Storage & Security
- Suicide Prevention
- Lead Exposure & Safety
The Reality of Self Defense
- Reality of a Gunfight
- Accountability
- Legal Investigations
- Mental Impact
De-Escalation
- Use of Force Pyramid
- Defensive Posture
- Verbal De-escalation
- Interrupting the Cycle of Escalation
- Pepper Spray
Concealment Principles
- Why Conceal Carry
- Carry Positions
- Types of Holsters
- Cover Garments
- Transitional Spaces
- Obscuring your draw
Drawing & Applying Fundamentals of Marksmanship
- Drawing From Concealment
- Grip
- Stance
- Sight Picture and Alignment
- Trigger Control
- Reloading
Clearing Malfunctions
- Why Malfunctions Happen
- Clearing Malfunctions
- Preventing Malfunctions
Live Range Skills
- Shot Calling
- Acceptable Sight Picture
- Draw from Concealment
- Target Transitions
- One-Hand From Concealment
- Malfunction Drills
And More
This may seem like a lot to cover off the bat as a novice, but we respect your time and assure you each of these topics are essential. With a strong foundation and familiarity with your firearm knowledge, you’ll be better equipped when you do take defensive training and will be able to get more out of it.
- Note Taking Materials
- Concealable Semi-Automatic Handgun Stored locked, in a Hard Case
- *150 Rounds of Training Ammunition
- Quality Holster for Your Gun
- Hearing Protection
- Eye Protection
*You can complete the courses of fire with less ammunition, but we suggest having more on hand to practice the drills rather than too little.
If you have any questions regarding what you need to bring with you, send us an email before your class date.
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To contact your instructor directly in regards to this class, send an email to:
Instructors@ModernWarriorSchool.com
For all other inquiries, or if you experience any technical difficulties, reach out to us at:
CustomerService@ModernWarriorSchool.com
Or, download our Student Handout and vet the curriculum for yourself.
Note: The live class will also contain demonstrations and video case studies not included in the download.
Meet Your Instructor
Instructor Hickman
A lifelong learner and long-time shooter, Instructor Hickman is dedicated to furthering firearms education both on an industry, and individual level. With a passion for learning, he started MWS with a solitary focus – to make you the shooter (and warrior) you were born to be.