The California Department of Justice now accepts the instructor credential of NRA CCW Instructor, when coupled with NRA Personal Protection Inside the Home and NRA Pistol Instructor, as meeting the requirements to apply for DOJ CCW Instructor credentials.  Only DOJ CCW instructors are allowed to teach California CCW classes.

 

This course includes the prerequisite Basic CCW class.  Candidates must have also successfully completed Basic Instructor Training (BIT) within the last 24 months.

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Candidates must possess the NRA Pistol Instructor credential to be eligible to attend the NRA CCW Instructor Course.  However, the DOJ is also requiring NRA Personal Protection Inside the Home credentials along with the NRA CCW Instructor credential to be eligible for DOJ CCW Instructor certification.

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Sound confusing?  Please call Denise with questions at 408-687-3791.

 

MANDATORY EQUIPMENT (student provides)

• Handgun (9mm or .38 caliber or larger).  Full size or compact recommended. 

• 3 magazines minimum

• 500 rounds ammo  (Basic class - 250 rounds/Instructor class - 250 rounds)

• Strong-side, Outside the Waistband (OWB) belt holster.  We recommend Bladetech or Vedder holsters.

• Sturdy belt that fits your pants belt loops and holster snugly.

• Tactical style pants with cargo pockets for extra ammo.

• Closed toe shoes

• Eye protection

• Electronic hearing protection (must be amplified).  We recommend Howard Leight or Walkers.

• Brimmed hat

• Front opening cover garment that covers holstered handgun.  Should be of medium weight.

• Kneepads

• Notepad, pen and highlighter

• Laptop with charger

• Folding chair (optional)

• Sack Lunch 

• At least one additional alternative carry devices (i.e. purse, shoulder, appendix, IWB).  

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We will provide complimentary coffee, breakfast snacks and bottled water.

Nearby Hotel:

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​Marriott Courtyard Richmond

3150 Garrity Way

Richmond, CA 94806

510-262-0700

TRAINING SCHEDULE

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Saturday & Sunday, October 17 & 18, 2026 (8am to 6pm)

NRA Certified Basic CCW

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Saturday & Sunday, October 24 & 25, 2026 (8am to 6pm)

NRA Certified CCW Instructor 

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Four Day Course Fee:  $475