18-Hour NYS Concealed Carry Course – Frequently Asked Questions

The New York State Concealed Carry Firearm Safety Course is designed for applicable concealed carry license applicants and renewal applicants who are required to complete New York State firearm safety training.

The course consists of 16 hours of in-person classroom instruction and 2 hours of live-fire training.

Training includes firearm safety, responsible handling, secure storage, transportation, New York firearm laws, conflict avoidance, de-escalation, situational awareness, crisis awareness, marksmanship, range safety, and live-fire proficiency.

The course is structured to meet the New York State minimum training standards for concealed carry firearm safety training, including the required classroom instruction and live-fire component.

Applicants are responsible for confirming the specific requirements that apply to them with their county or New York City licensing authority.

The course is 18 hours total and consists of:

• 16 hours of in-person classroom instruction
• 2 hours of live-fire training and proficiency assessment

C&G Training Solutions LLC normally conducts the program over two scheduled course days. Students must attend the complete required program.

Course locations may vary. Each scheduled course listing will provide the host facility, address, training dates, hours, and reporting instructions.

Students should review their registration confirmation before attending class.

Yes. Eligible New York City concealed carry applicants may attend the course when they need the required New York State firearm safety training.

Applicants must still satisfy all separate application, documentation, investigation, fingerprinting, and licensing requirements established by the appropriate New York City licensing authority.

Yes. Eligible applicants and renewal applicants from Nassau County, Suffolk County, Westchester County, New York City, and other applicable New York jurisdictions may attend.

Students should confirm their individual licensing requirements with their licensing authority before registering.

The course may be appropriate for:

• First-time New York State concealed carry applicants
• New York City concealed carry applicants
• Applicants from Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, and other New York counties
• Renewal applicants where training is required
• Responsible firearm owners seeking structured safety training
• Adults preparing to begin the concealed carry licensing process

The applicable licensing authority ultimately determines whether an individual applicant is required to complete the course.

A handgun license is not generally required simply to participate in the classroom portion of the program. Many students complete the training as part of their initial concealed carry application process.

Students must follow all C&G Training Solutions LLC instructions concerning the live-fire portion.

Do not bring a personal firearm unless C&G Training Solutions LLC specifically instructs you to do so.

Previous firearm experience is not required for every student.

The course introduces safe firearm handling, handgun operation, marksmanship fundamentals, range safety, and the live-fire qualification process.

Students must still demonstrate the knowledge, safety, and proficiency required for successful course completion.

Yes. The course is suitable for eligible first-time applicants seeking structured, safety-focused instruction while preparing for the concealed carry licensing process.

All students are required to follow instructor directions and firearm safety procedures throughout the course.

Training requirements may depend on an individual's licensing status, previous training, and the determination of the applicable licensing authority.

Active or retired law enforcement personnel should contact their licensing authority to determine whether documented previous training satisfies any portion of their current requirements.

Previous military firearm training does not automatically mean that an applicant is exempt from New York concealed carry training requirements.

Applicants with documented prior training should contact their licensing authority to determine whether any previous training may be accepted.

Yes. Students should plan to attend the entire 18-hour course, including classroom instruction, the written examination, live-fire training, and proficiency assessment.

Missing required instruction may prevent successful course completion.

Course topics include:

• General firearm safety
• Safe handgun handling
• Secure firearm storage
• Child-access prevention
• Safe transportation of firearms
• New York firearm laws and legal responsibilities
• Use-of-force and self-defense considerations
• Conflict avoidance and de-escalation
• Situational awareness
• Mental health and crisis awareness
• Suicide-prevention awareness
• Basic handgun operation
• Ammunition knowledge
• Marksmanship fundamentals
• Range safety

Yes. The curriculum includes New York firearm laws and legal responsibilities relevant to concealed carry license holders and applicants.

The training is educational and does not constitute individualized legal advice. Firearm laws and licensing procedures may change, and students remain responsible for understanding the laws that apply to them.

Yes. The course discusses legal responsibilities involving the use of force and deadly physical force, along with decision-making, conflict avoidance, and the potential consequences of a defensive firearm incident.

Course instruction does not provide individualized legal advice or guarantee that any particular action will be considered lawful.

Yes. Situational awareness, conflict avoidance, and de-escalation are important components of the training.

Responsible concealed carry requires judgment, restraint, awareness, and an understanding of the importance of avoiding unnecessary confrontation whenever possible.

Yes. Students receive instruction on responsible firearm storage, preventing unauthorized access, child-access considerations, and firearm transportation responsibilities.

Students are responsible for following current New York law and any additional requirements that apply in their jurisdiction.

Yes. The course covers basic handgun components and the operation of common handgun types, along with safe handling, loading, unloading, and related safety procedures.

Hands-on activities are conducted under instructor supervision using equipment and procedures authorized for the course.

Yes. Students learn basic marksmanship concepts necessary for safe and responsible shooting, including:

• Stance
• Grip
• Sight alignment
• Sight picture
• Trigger control
• Follow-through

Yes. Mental health, crisis awareness, and suicide-prevention topics are included as part of the firearm safety curriculum.

These subjects reinforce responsible firearm ownership, safe storage, and awareness of situations where access to a firearm may create additional risk.

Yes. Students must complete a written examination covering the required classroom curriculum.

Students must achieve the required passing score before successfully completing the classroom portion of the course.

Students must achieve a minimum score of 80% on the written examination.

Students are encouraged to ask questions throughout the course whenever clarification is needed.

The live-fire portion includes:

• Range-safety instruction
• Supervised firearm handling
• Loading and unloading procedures
• Target acquisition
• Shooting fundamentals
• Live-fire exercises
• Proficiency assessment

Students must follow all instructor commands and range-safety procedures.

Yes. Students must demonstrate the required level of firearm safety and proficiency during the live-fire portion of the course.

Completing only the classroom portion is not sufficient for successful course completion.

Yes. Students must successfully complete the required classroom instruction, written examination, live-fire training, and proficiency assessment before course-completion documentation can be issued.

A student who does not satisfy a required examination or proficiency standard cannot receive successful course-completion documentation until the applicable requirements have been met.

Retesting, remediation, or rescheduling is subject to instructor policy, course availability, and applicable requirements.

No.

Do not bring a personal firearm to a C&G Training Solutions LLC course unless you have received specific instructions authorizing you to do so.

C&G Training Solutions LLC provides the training equipment required for the scheduled course.

Personal firearms are not permitted for this class unless C&G Training Solutions LLC has specifically authorized and instructed otherwise.

Students must follow all building, classroom, instructor, and range-safety policies.

Yes. C&G Training Solutions LLC provides the firearms, ammunition, and required safety equipment for the standard course unless a specific event listing states otherwise.

Students should always review their registration confirmation before attending class.

The firearms, ammunition, and safety equipment required for the standard course are included unless the individual course listing specifically states otherwise.

Review the current course listing for pricing and payment terms.

Students should bring:

• A valid government-issued photo ID
• Registration or confirmation information
• Any course materials requested by C&G Training Solutions LLC
• Comfortable clothing appropriate for classroom and range activities
• Any required corrective eyewear

Do not bring personal firearms or ammunition unless specifically instructed by C&G Training Solutions LLC.

Wear comfortable clothing appropriate for two full training days and supervised range activities.

Closed-toe footwear is recommended. Avoid clothing, jewelry, or accessories that could interfere with safe participation.

Students who successfully complete the required classroom instruction, written examination, live-fire training, and proficiency assessment receive course-completion documentation showing completion of the required firearm safety training.

This documentation may then be submitted as part of the applicable concealed carry licensing or renewal process.

No.

Successful completion of the course does not guarantee that a concealed carry license will be issued or renewed.

Final licensing decisions are made by the applicable county or New York City licensing authority after review of the complete application and applicable eligibility requirements.

No.

Course-completion documentation confirms that you successfully completed the required firearm safety training.

It is not a concealed carry license and does not independently authorize the possession, purchase, transportation, or carrying of a handgun.

No.

C&G Training Solutions LLC provides firearm safety training and course-completion documentation.

C&G Training Solutions LLC does not issue concealed carry licenses and does not approve or deny license applications.

Acceptance periods and submission requirements are determined by the applicable licensing authority and current New York requirements.

Applicants should submit their training documentation according to the instructions and deadlines provided by their licensing authority.

No.

License renewal and New York State Police recertification are separate processes.

New York City, Nassau County, Suffolk County, Westchester County, and other jurisdictions may have different procedures. Contact the applicable licensing authority for instructions specific to your license.

Visit the C&G Training Solutions LLC website and select the scheduled 18-Hour NYS Concealed Carry Course you wish to attend.

Before registering, review the:

• Course dates
• Training hours
• Location
• Course price
• Payment terms
• Registration cutoff date
• Course instructions

Upcoming classes are listed on the C&G Training Solutions LLC website.

Course dates, available seats, prices, and registration deadlines may change, so always review the current course listing.

Certain course dates may allow students to reserve a seat by paying a deposit.

During checkout, the website may temporarily display the full course price while you are being redirected to the payment portal. If you selected the deposit option, only the listed deposit amount should be charged at that time.

The remaining balance is due on the day of class.

The remaining balance may be paid on the day of the class.

C&G Training Solutions LLC currently accepts:

• Cash
• Credit cards
• Debit cards
• Zelle

If you need to cancel your registration, you must notify C&G Training Solutions LLC at least 7 days before the scheduled class date.

Cancellations made less than 7 days before the class are not eligible for a refund. Instead, your registration will be transferred to the next scheduled 18-Hour NYS CCW Course.

No refunds will be issued for cancellations made within 7 days of the scheduled class.

Yes. Approved organizations and groups may contact C&G Training Solutions LLC to discuss private course scheduling.

Private course arrangements may include:

• Group scheduling
• Participant requirements
• Pricing
• Training location
• Course availability

Contact C&G Training Solutions LLC directly for information about arranging a private class.