Contra Costa County CCW Training — Initial and Renewal
📍United Sportsmen, 4700 Evora Rd, Concord, CA
📞 (707) 863-1064
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DOJ-Certified and Approved by the CCCSO Sheriff
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Instructors — retired FBI and Deputy District Attorney
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Classes held weekly
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Thousands trained
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"Red Dot"and "Low Light" Training
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Advanced pistol, rifle, and shotgun
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No hidden fees; qualify with up to 3 pistols
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Private classes are available
INITIAL CCW
Your 16-hour Initial CCW training is completed across two 8-hour classes (CCW Foundations and Basic Pistol) taught by our DOJ-certified instructors. For your convenience, classes can be taken in any order and don't need to be completed in the same week.
1) CCW Foundations: 8 hours covering California self-defense law, safe storage, legal carry requirements, shooting fundamentals, firearm safety rules, mental health, and a live-fire qualification. ($275)
Step 1: Book a CCW Foundations Class →
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2) Basic Pistol: 8 hours focused on pistol fundamentals: grip, stance, sight alignment, trigger control, malfunction clearing, and accuracy drills. Ideal for new and intermediate shooters alike. ($275)
Step 2: Book a Basic Pistol Class →
CCW RENEWAL
Paladin's DOJ-certified instructors bring professional-level expertise to your CCW renewal with two options for the required 8-hour training class.
1) CCW Foundations: The standard path — 6 hours of classroom instruction covering self-defense law, transport and storage, and mental health, and 2 hours of live-fire qualification. ($275)
Book a CCW Foundations Class →
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2) Premium Renewal: More shooting, less talking. The 8 hours includes the state-mandated requirements and also one of Paladin's 4-hour mini-courses (close-quarters, low-light, concealed carry applications, and more). Ideal for permit holders who want to level up, not just check a box. You must have completed Paladin's Basic Pistol to be eligible. ($300)
QUALIFICATION COURSE
YOUR OFFICIAL QUALIFICATION WILL BE CONDUCTED BY THE SHERIFF AT THEIR RANGE. You are still required to practice the qualification with your pistols during the Paladin CCW Foundations class.
Target: COCOSO-1
Stages:
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5 yard line: 6 rounds in 5 sec
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7 yard line: 6 rounds in 10 sec
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10 yard line: 6 rounds in 15 sec
Total: 18 rounds
Passing Score: 126/180 (105 with 5 shot)
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
For Initial CCWs: applicants should wait until the background check is complete before completing training classes
Renewals: begin the renewal process no earlier than 120 days before your expiration date. Complete training and submit your application in a timely manner to avoid a break in your CCW license
Upload all class certificates to the CCCSO Permitium Website →
"Professional, well-organized, informative, and engaging from start to finish. I walked away feeling far more confident and prepared. One of the best instructional experiences I've had in any setting."
-Neema
"The instructors are clearly passionate about what they do. They break down techniques into digestible steps and provide personalized feedback — whether you're a beginner or refining advanced skills."
-Alexander
"Dan's FBI background, Barry's use-of-force law expertise, and Louie's world-class competitive shooting create an instructional team you simply can't find anywhere else."
-Brian