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Santa Cruz County CCW Certification

DOJ-aligned California CCW training for Santa Cruz County. Complete the classroom hours online, then finish with a live-fire qualification near you. Certificates are accepted by Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office as the issuing authority.

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Course Options

Choose your Santa Cruz CCW path.

Whether you're a first-time applicant or an eligible out-of-state resident applying for a California Non-Resident permit, we offer the DOJ-compliant course Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office requires.

In-State Resident16 Hours

Santa Cruz Resident CCW

For California residents of Santa Cruz County. Complete the 16 hours of classroom instruction online, then qualify on the range with one of our certified instructors near you.

· 24/7 self-paced online classroom
· Live-fire qualification with a vetted instructor
· Downloadable study guide
· Permit valid for 2 years

Enroll — Resident

Out-of-StateNon-Resident

Santa Cruz Non-Resident CCW

Eligible U.S. citizens can now legally carry concealed in California with a Non-Resident CCW — applied for through Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office. No travel to California required for the classroom portion.

· 16-hour Non-Resident online CCW certification
· Live-fire qualification nationwide
· Concierge application service available
· No psychological evaluation required

Enroll — Non-Resident

FAQ

Santa Cruz County CCW Questions

Is your CCW course approved in Santa Cruz County?+

Yes. Our DOJ-aligned certificate of completion satisfies the California training requirement and is accepted by Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office as the issuing authority for Santa Cruz County.

Can I complete the Santa Cruz CCW class online?+

Yes — the classroom portion is fully online and self-paced. The only in-person requirement is the live-fire qualification, which we schedule with a vetted instructor at a range near you.

How long is the Santa Cruz CCW certificate valid?+

Your Initial CCW certificate is generally valid for 12 months from the date of completion — you must submit your application to Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office within that window. Once issued, the CCW permit itself is valid for 2 years.

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