DC Concealed Carry Course (16 Hours)
The DC Concealed Carry course is a 16-hour class that includes a 2-hour range requirement. It covers all Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) training requirements to apply for a DC concealed carry license and is required for both DC residents and non-residents who wish to carry a concealed firearm in Washington, D.C. It is taught by an NRA-certified pistol instructor and Level II pistol and rifle coach.
Classes are taught in the Spring Mills/Martinsburg, WV area.
Student Requirements
Unexpired government photo ID, personal firearm (.380 caliber or larger), minimum of three magazines, holster, and 100 rounds of ammunition.
What Is Included
Certificate of completion from a DC-certified instructor, the DC concealed carry application, and guidance on completing the application process.
Cost
- $325.00 for the class. This excludes the $75.00 application fee and the $35.00 fingerprint fee, which are paid to MPD.
- Bundle discount: Add this class to the MD Wear & Carry course for a combined total of $375.00.
After Class
- You receive your certificate of completion and we guide you through completing the DC concealed carry application.
- MPD charges a $75.00 application fee and a $35.00 fingerprint and background check fee. MPD accepts cash in person, or debit and credit cards (Visa and Mastercard).
- A DC concealed carry license expires no later than 2 years after it is issued. Renewal has its own training requirement, which is covered in our DC Refresher course.
More information about the District of Columbia’s concealed carry process is available on the MPD Firearms page.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do non-residents need this class? Yes. The training is required for both DC residents and non-residents who apply for a DC concealed carry license.
- How long is the class? 16 hours, including a 2-hour range requirement.
- What does it cost besides tuition? MPD charges a $75.00 application fee and a $35.00 fingerprint fee.
- Can I take DC and Maryland together? Yes. The bundle with the MD Wear & Carry course is $375.00.
- Do I bring my own firearm? Yes. Bring a firearm .380 caliber or larger, three magazines, a holster and 100 rounds.
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Register to Pay Bundle $375.00
Last reviewed: 11/02/2026
