Maryland HQL Course - Cost: $150

If you own a regulated firearm prior to October 1, 2013, you must apply for the Handgun Qualification License. However, you are exempt from the training component.

What Is It

Handgun Qualification License training is a four-hour block of instruction which includes classroom instruction on state firearm law, home firearm safety, handgun mechanisms and operation, and a component that requires the applicant demonstrate the ability to safely fire a handgun.

Approved HQL training courses are offered by Maryland State Police approved Qualified Handgun Instructors who have established an account through the Maryland State Police MyLicense/e-gov site. Training is valid for 10 years and must be completed prior to submitting an application for a Handgun Qualification License (HQL).

Who Needs an HQL:

A person may not purchase, rent, or receive a handgun after October 1, 2013 unless they possess a valid Handgun Qualification License (HQL) issued by the Maryland State Police.

Exemptions

An applicant is not required to possess a Handgun Qualification License if they are:

  1. A Licensed Firearms Manufacturer.

  2. Active law enforcement officer or a person retired in good standing from a law enforcement agency of the United States, the State, or a local law enforcement agency of the State.

  3. A member or retired member of the armed forces of the United States or National Guard.

  4. A person purchasing, renting or receiving an antique, curio or relic as defined in federal law or in determinations published by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.

The above listed individuals must provide acceptable documentation or valid credentials to a Regulated Firearms Dealer prior to purchasing or transferring a regulated firearm. All other Maryland residents are required to possess and present a valid Handgun Qualification License prior to the purchase or transfer of a regulated firearm.

Persons required to have a Handgun Qualification License, but exempt from the training component:

  1. Have completed a Maryland State Police (MSP) approved certified firearms safety course.

  2. Have completed a course of instruction and been issued a certificate of competency in firearms and hunter safety from the Maryland Department of Natural Resources.

  3. Is currently a qualified handgun instructor.

  4. Is an honorably discharged member of the armed forces of the United States or National Guard.

  5. Is an employee of an armored car company who has a valid Wear and Carry Permit issued by the MSP.

  6. Lawfully owns a regulated firearm. If you own a regulated firearm prior to October 1, 2013, you are not required to complete the training and may apply for the Handgun Qualification License.

How To Get It

   Sign up with Chesapeake Firearms Training, LLC.

Maryland Resident Concealed Carry Permit Class
(Also taught in a Women’s Only Class) - Cost: $360

WHAT: Maryland Resident Concealed Carry Permit Class

WHERE: See Calendar

WHEN: See Calendar for class dates.

Description

Learn the basics involved in firearm safety, shooting and maintaining a pistol.

This course is for the beginner / novice shooter and/or refresher course for the experienced shooter. This is our minimum course and will qualify you to apply for the Maryland Resident Concealed Carry Permit. A Certificate of Completion is awarded.

The goal of this course is to teach the basic knowledge, skills and attitude necessary for owning and using a pistol safely, culminating with the Basics of Pistol Shooting Certification.

During this course, students will receive intensive lessons in firearm safety and safe gun handling practices, learn about the various firearm action types and their functioning, be introduced to the fundamentals of pistol marksmanship (proper grip, stance, aiming, breath control, hold control, trigger control and follow-through), various pistol firing positions, practical exercises on the firing range, feedback during live-fire exercise, Range Rules, instructions on the proper cleaning and storage of your firearm, a summary of pistol sports and activities, and information on future intermediate and advanced handgun courses.

There are two major components to the course. A classroom component and a live-fire hand-gun range component. In order to successfully complete the course, students must attend the classroom portion and successfully qualify with a pistol during the live-fire portion of the course.

Pre-requisite Qualifications for this Course

You must be a law-abiding citizen without a criminal record. This course will appeal to the beginner and/or novice shooter or gun owner who wants to brush up their gun handling skills, knowledge, and safety.

What We Provide

  • Range Fees & Targets.
  • Eye & Hearing Protection (if needed).
  • Maryland Wear and Carry Course Completion Certificate.
  • Coffee, soft drinks, water and snacks.

What to Bring to Class – Equipment Requirements

  • Completed Training Waiver form.
  • Bring an unloaded, cased and operable handgun. Please keep your firearm choices between .22 caliber – .45 caliber. (if owned). All firearms must be inspected by the Instructor prior to use on the range and the Instructor reserves the right to reject any firearm if he feels it is unsafe for use.
  • Firearm rentals are available. See Firearm Rentals above.
  • Eye Protection (if owned).
  • Two (2) or more magazines or speed loaders for that pistol.
  • Hearing Protection (if owned).
  • A minimum of 100 rounds of high-quality factory-made Full Metal Jacketed (FMJ) target ammunition for that pistol. No reloads, tracer or incendiary ammunition is allowed on the range. If you are not sure what type of ammunition to purchase for your pistol, please call for information.

Many people like to take notes during the class, so bringing pen and paper to class can be useful.

Dress Requirements

You should wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for the expected weather of the day. It is advisable to wear a hat on the range. Flip-flops, open-toes shoes, and low or scoop shirts are NOT recommended for the range due to hot shell casings ejecting from the firearms which could injure you.

Basics of Personal Protection In The Home
(Also taught in a Women’s Only Class) Cost: $200

WHAT: Basics of Personal Protection In The Home Course

WHERE: Courses are held in your residence.

WHEN:  Please call the office for course dates and times.

Description

Learn the basics of personal protection in the home and learn techniques to prevent a home invasion.

This course is an intermediate course. The course teaches the basic knowledge, skills and attitude essential to the safe and efficient use of a handgun for protection of self and family inside the home, and provides information on the law-abiding individual’s right to self-defense.

During this course, students will learn basic defensive shooting skills, defensive pistol ammunition types, safe storage of firearms in the home, strategies for home safety and home defense preparation, responding to violent confrontations and home invasion prevention techniques.

You should bring your primary defensive pistol (no shotguns) and a minimum of 100 – 150 rounds of good quality factory target ammunition for that pistol. Please limit pistol & ammunition choices between .22 caliber and .45 caliber. Also, bring two (2) or more magazines or speed loaders for that pistol to be used for the live-fire exercise on the range. All firearms should be unloaded and cased. All firearms must be inspected by the Instructor prior to use on the range and the Instructor reserves the right to reject any firearm if he feels it is unsafe for use.

There are three major components to the course. A classroom component, and a live-fire hand-gun range component. In order to successfully complete the course, students must attend the classroom portion, complete a short-written examination based on the lesson material and successfully qualify during the live-fire portion of the course.

Pre-Requisite Qualifications for this Course

This course is NOT for the beginner or novice shooter. You should have already obtained your Basics of Pistol Shooting Course Certificate and/or you should be an experienced shooter with sufficient knowledge & proficiency in firearms shooting skills.

What We Provide

  • Range Fees & Targets
  • Eye & Hearing Protection (if needed).
  • Chesapeake Firearms Training Course Completion Certificate of the Maryland Concealed Carry Handgun Permit Requirements.
  • Coffee, soft drinks, water and snacks.

What to bring to Class – Equipment Requirements?

  • CompletedTraining Waiver form.
  • Bring an unloaded, cased operable handgun. Please keep your firearm choices between .22 caliber – .45 caliber.
  • Two (2) or more magazines or speed loaders for that pistol.
  • Eye Protection (if owned).
  • Hearing Protection (if owned).
  • A minimum of 100 – 150 rounds of high-quality factory-made target ammunition for that pistol.No reloads, tracer or incendiary ammunition is allowed on the range.

Many people like to take notes during the class and use a highlighter to mark important sections of the textbook for reference, so bringing pen, paper and a highlighter to class can be useful.

Dress Requirements

You should wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for the expected weather of the day. It is advisable to wear a hat on the range. Flip-flops, open-toes shoes, and low or scoop shirts are NOT recommended for the range due to hot shell casings ejecting from the firearms which could injure you.