Illinois Concealed Carry TrainingIn Chicago
Choose the 16-Hour CCL Class, 8-Hour Veteran CCL Class, 3-Hour CCL Renewal, or a 90-minute Mini Course. Compare tuition, requirements, and range arrangements during weekday booking hours.
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Why Choose Us
A Better Training Experience
Safety-First
Every course is built around firearm safety, firearm discipline, and real defensive awareness.
Application Assistance
We help students understand requirements, qualification standards, and application steps.
Range Qualifications
Hands-on training and range qualification support designed to build confidence, control, and consistency.
Who This Is For
Training Paths for Different Students
First-Time Students
Renewal Students
Veterans
Why Train With Us
A Clearer Path to Preparedness
Train With Confidence
Professional instruction focused on safety, discipline, and clear range expectations.
Understand Illinois Law
Guidance on paperwork, qualification standards, and the importance of staying current on state law.
Protect Home & Family
Training designed to help responsible adults build confidence, readiness, and situational awareness.
What To Bring
Be Ready Before Your Course
Bring a valid state ID or driver's license. A FOID or CCL is not required to attend. Veterans claiming the eight-hour training credit must also bring a DD-214 showing honorable discharge or retirement for instructor review. Eye and hearing protection are required at the range. Complete the agreements linked in your booking email before attending. Live ammunition is prohibited in classroom and dry-fire areas. Ammunition is included with the 16-Hour CCL Class, 8-Hour Veteran CCL Class, and 3-Hour CCL Renewal. Range time is not included with the Mini Course. IPS provides enrolled students with course-specific preparation instructions. Contact IPS before booking to confirm whether to bring a firearm, targets, or eye and ear protection, and whether any of those items have an additional cost.
Booking Hours
Weekday Scheduling
Weekday booking is available Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM America/Chicago time. Saturday and Sunday slots are not offered. The confirmed classroom and range instructions will be provided to enrolled students.
How It Works
Booking Steps
Choose Course
Review the course that fits your training needs and its final price.
Pick Date & Time
Choose an available weekday date and a start time from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Central.
Review & Pay
Review your booking details, then complete the available payment option.
Deposits are nonrefundable.
One rescheduling credit is available. To use it, text (224) 248-7027 or email support@illinoisprotectiveservices.com at least 24 hours before the class start time. The existing deposit carries over one time only. After that reschedule is used, another deposit is required.
If a student misses class or the range for any reason, the initial deposit is retained and any remaining balance already paid is refunded. No separate makeup fee applies.
If Illinois Protective Services cancels a class, students will be notified immediately and receive one full credit toward the next available class session.
Rescheduling notice: text (224) 248-7027 or email support@illinoisprotectiveservices.com.
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What Students Say
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FAQ
Common Questions
Which course should I choose?
Choose the 16-Hour CCL Class if you need the full Illinois CCL training requirement, the 8-Hour Veteran CCL Class if you have eligible veteran training credit, the 3-Hour CCL Renewal if you are renewing an Illinois CCL, or the Mini Course for a short introductory or refresher session. The Mini Course alone does not satisfy the 16-hour CCL training requirement.
Does completing a course guarantee a license?
No. IPS provides training and completion documentation for applicable courses, but the Illinois State Police determines license eligibility and approval.
What should I bring?
Bring a valid state ID or driver's license. A FOID or CCL is not required to attend. Veterans claiming the eight-hour training credit must also bring a DD-214 showing honorable discharge or retirement for instructor review. Eye and hearing protection are required at the range. Complete the agreements linked in your booking email before attending. Live ammunition is prohibited in classroom and dry-fire areas. Ammunition is included with the 16-Hour CCL Class, 8-Hour Veteran CCL Class, and 3-Hour CCL Renewal. Range time is not included with the Mini Course. IPS provides enrolled students with course-specific preparation instructions. Contact IPS before booking to confirm whether to bring a firearm, targets, or eye and ear protection, and whether any of those items have an additional cost.
Where is the range?
Range qualification and ammunition are included for applicable courses. The confirmed range location and instructions will be provided to enrolled students once arrangements are finalized.
What are the course prices?
The 16-Hour CCL Class is $225, the 8-Hour Veteran CCL Class is $125, the 3-Hour CCL Renewal is $125, and the Mini Course is $50. Range qualification and ammunition are included for the 16-hour, veteran, and renewal classes. Range is not included with the Mini Course.
When is the balance due and how can I pay?
The remaining tuition balance is due on the first day of class. Illinois Protective Services accepts cash, debit card, Zelle, and Cash App for the remaining balance.
Are bookings currently open?
Weekday booking is available Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM America/Chicago time. Saturday and Sunday slots are not offered. The confirmed classroom and range instructions will be provided to enrolled students.
Are deposits refundable?
No. Deposits are nonrefundable.
Can I reschedule?
One rescheduling credit is available. To use it, text (224) 248-7027 or email support@illinoisprotectiveservices.com at least 24 hours before the class start time. The existing deposit carries over one time only. After that reschedule is used, another deposit is required.
What happens if I miss class or the range?
If a student misses class or the range for any reason, the initial deposit is retained and any remaining balance already paid is refunded. No separate makeup fee applies.
What happens if IPS cancels a class?
If Illinois Protective Services cancels a class, students will be notified immediately and receive one full credit toward the next available class session.
What score do I need to pass shooting qualification?
Illinois requires a live-fire qualification of at least 30 rounds: 10 at 5 yards, 10 at 7 yards, and 10 at 10 yards, using an Illinois State Police-approved B-27 silhouette target. At least 70% of the rounds fired must hit the target (21 hits for a 30-round qualification). Students must follow the instructor's directions and handle firearms safely. These are state minimums; completing training does not guarantee a concealed carry license. Read 430 ILCS 66/75
Which certificate will I receive?
Students who successfully complete the 16-Hour CCL Class receive the Illinois State Police 16-hour training certificate. Students who successfully complete the 3-Hour CCL Renewal receive the Illinois State Police 3-hour training certificate. Depending on the student's verified training-credit path, the 8-Hour Veteran CCL Class includes the applicable Illinois State Police 16-hour or 3-hour training certificate. An optional Illinois Protective Services wall certificate with holder is available for $5. The Mini Course does not provide an Illinois CCL training certificate. Training completion does not guarantee license approval.
How much is a replacement certificate?
Illinois Protective Services charges $75 to replace a lost course completion certificate. This is an IPS replacement fee, not an Illinois State Police license or card replacement fee.
What documentation is required for veteran training credit?
Bring a DD-214 showing honorable discharge or retirement for instructor review. IPS must verify the documentation before applying the eight-hour veteran training credit.
Where can I get official FOID and CCL information?
Use the Illinois State Police Firearms Services Bureau for current application, eligibility, card, and licensing information. IPS is a training provider and is not the Illinois State Police. Illinois State Police Firearms FAQ