<P> Classroom instruction would typically include firearm mechanics and terminology, cleaning and maintenance of a firearm, concealed carry legislation and limitations, liability issues, carry methods and safety, home defense, methods for managing and defusing confrontational situations, and practice of gun handling techniques without firing the weapon . Most required CCW training courses devote a considerable amount of time to liability issues . </P> <P> Depending on the state, a practical component during which the attendee shoots the weapon for the purpose of demonstrating safety and proficiency, may be required . During range instruction, applicants would typically learn and demonstrate safe handling and operation of a firearm and accurate shooting from common self - defense distances . Some states require a certain proficiency to receive a passing grade, whereas other states (e.g., Florida) technically require only a single - shot be fired to demonstrate handgun handling proficiency . </P> <P> CCW training courses are typically completed in a single day and are good for a set period, the exact duration varying by state . Some states require re-training, sometimes in a shorter, simpler format, for each renewal . </P> <P> A few states, e.g., South Carolina, recognize the safety and use - of - force training given to military personnel as acceptable in lieu of formal civilian training certification . Such states will ask for a military ID (South Carolina) for active persons or DD214 for honorably discharged persons . These few states will commonly request a copy of the applicant's BTR (Basic Training Record) proving an up - to - date pistol qualification . Active and retired law enforcement officers are generally exempt from qualification requirements, due to a federal statute permitting retired law enforcement officers to carry concealed weapons in the United States . </P>

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