This eight-hour course is required to be completed prior to applying for a North Carolina conceal carry handgun permit. During this course the student will be responsible for demonstrating safe handling of the handgun and ability to load and unload the handgun. Also, the student will be required to demonstrate 80% proficiency or better with a handgun. A 30-round course of fire will be given. The student will fire 10 rounds at 3 yards, 10 rounds at 5 yards, 10 rounds at 7 yards at a target. Students will also be instructed & tested on basic parts of handguns and laws that govern the North Carolina conceal carry handgun permit. Upon completion of the course, you will receive a certificate of completion needed to obtain the North Carolina concealed carry permit. Family Traditions Gun Range, LLC requires all registrants have a safe working knowledge of the handgun being utilized for testing purposes. We strongly recommend enrolling in a basic course prior to registration if you do not have safe working firearm knowledge. Pre-registration is required. Deposits are not refundable.