FAQs and class policies
Answers about the NYS 18-hour concealed carry course, security guard training and training for organizations.
Monday to Saturday, 10am to 6pm
NYS Concealed Carry Training
What the 18-hour course includes, how classes are scheduled and what completion means for a license.
The course includes 16 hours of in-person classroom instruction and two hours of live-fire training. It covers firearm safety, safe storage, conflict de-escalation, New York laws and other state-required topics. Students must also successfully complete the written and live-fire assessments.
Classroom instruction is normally completed over two consecutive Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The required two-hour live-fire session is scheduled separately. Registered students will receive the complete schedule and location information before class.
No. For the NYS 18hr Concealed Carry Training we provide the pistol, ammunition and targets required for the course. Registered students will need to bring State identification, wear proper attire and rent or purchase ear and eye protection.
No. Successful completion provides the training certificate required for the application process, but licensing decisions are made by the appropriate county or local licensing authority.
NYS security guard training
Coming soon
Registration isn’t open yet. These answers cover the planned courses and what New York requires.
Planned courses include the 8-Hour Pre-Assignment, 16-Hour On-the-Job, 8-Hour Annual In-Service, 47-Hour Firearms and 8-Hour Annual Firearms training courses. Availability, pricing and class dates will be announced when enrollment opens.
Unarmed guards generally complete the 8-Hour Pre-Assignment Course, the 16-Hour On-the-Job Course within 90 days of employment and the 8-Hour Annual In-Service Course each calendar year. Armed guards generally complete those requirements plus the 47-Hour Firearms Course and annual 8-Hour Firearms Training. Certain exemptions may apply.
Students must possess a valid New York State pistol permit and security guard registration before enrolling. Successfully completing the course allows the student to apply for an armed security guard registration upgrade, but it does not automatically issue the registration.
Not yet. WSC Defense’s security guard courses are coming soon. Joining the priority list is free and carries no commitment, but it does not reserve a seat. Priority-list members will be notified when course dates, pricing and enrollment become available.
WSC Defense provides training solutions for businesses, security companies, houses of worship and community organizations. Each request is reviewed to determine the most appropriate training approach for the organization.
Yes. Training can be tailored around the organization’s goals, participants, environment and operational needs. An initial consultation will help determine the appropriate content, format and scope.
Training may be conducted on-site at your organization or at an agreed-upon appropriate training facility. The location will depend on the program, available space and logistical requirements.
Pricing and scheduling are based on the program’s scope, number of participants, location and training requirements. Following the initial consultation, WSC Defense will provide a written proposal outlining the recommended training, schedule and price.
Booking and class policies
These apply to the NYS concealed carry course. Programs for organizations follow the terms in your written proposal, and security guard courses aren’t taking registrations or payments yet.
Deposit
A $200 deposit reserves your seat in a concealed carry class.
Balance
The rest of the $550 course fee is due by the first day of class.
Rescheduling
Move to another class date with at least 48 hours’ notice.
Refunds
Course payments, including the deposit, are non-refundable.
Live-fire session
Booked separately after your classroom days. We supply the pistol, ammunition and targets.
Certificate
Issued once you pass the written test and the live-fire assessment.
Still have a question?
Call or email us Monday to Saturday, 10am to 6pm. We’ll help with the concealed carry course or training for your organization.