This is a fun and relaxed – but safe – 5-6 hour Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals course and is excellent for anyone who is considering owning or carrying a firearm for self-defense and desires being a safe and responsibly armed citizen. The course consists of instruction in the following areas: How to apply for a CCW permit; Developing a Personal and Home Protection plan; Firearms Basics; Shooting Fundamentals; The Legal Use of Force; Police Interaction; Violent Encounters and their Aftermath; Gear and Gadgets and Basic and Advanced skills. Our course completion certificate will be awarded to all participants who successfully complete the course, allowing the student to apply for their Virginia or Utah CCW permit.  ALTHOUGH NOT A REQUIREMENT TO TAKE THE CLASS, STUDENTS MAY BRING THEIR PERSONAL FIREARM (UNLOADED, CASED AND WITH THE OWNER'S MANUAL) TO CLASS. ABSOLUTELY NO AMMUNITION IS ALLOWED INTO THE CLASSROOM AT ANY TIME UNLESS SPECIFICALLY AUTHORIZED BY AN INSTRUCTOR!!! This included any currently licensed CCW permit holders. Students should also bring a box lunch and something to drink. Pre-registration via the www.fstva.com website is highly recommended as these classes tend to fill quickly.