District of Columbia (D.C.) Concealed Carry Pistol License (CCPL) Course

D.C. Concealed Carry Pistol License (CCPL) Training – MPD Approved

This Metropolitan Police Department (MPD)-approved 16-hour firearms training course meets and exceeds all requirements for obtaining a District of Columbia Concealed Carry Pistol License (CCPL).

Course Includes:

• 16 hours of classroom instruction covering D.C. self-defense laws, legal considerations, and use-of-force guidelines

• 2-hour mandatory live fire session with qualification

• Training that fulfills MPD’s proof-of-competency and live fire qualification requirements

Who Needs This Course:

Required for both D.C. residents and non-residents who wish to legally carry a concealed handgun within the District. All firearms intended for concealed carry must be registered in D.C.

License Details:

• Valid for 2 years from date of issuance

• Available for both initial certification and renewals

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen, Naturalized Citizen, or Permanent Resident

• Must present a valid government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License, Real ID, or U.S. Passport)