Approved Training Vendor

Santa Monica CCW Class

DOJ-aligned concealed carry training for Santa Monica residents in the Westside. We are an approved CCW training vendor for the City of Santa Monica — one of 19 Los Angeles County issuing cities that accept our certification of completion for both Initial and Renewal applications.

Talk With Us About Santa Monica CCW Training Call 623-850-4134

Before You Book

Let's Make Sure You Have the Right Training

Requirements and training pathways can vary by issuing authority. Contact our team before enrolling so we can help you identify the appropriate next step for Santa Monica.

We support a specific group of 19 Los Angeles County jurisdictions through our John Galletta training partnership. Training and application procedures vary by jurisdiction — contact us before enrolling.

Talk With a California CCW Instructor Get Application Support Call 1-623-850-4134

Course Options

CCW courses for Santa Monica residents.

Whether you're a first-time applicant in Santa Monica or renewing an existing permit, we offer the exact DOJ-compliant course your issuing authority requires.

Initial CCW16 Hours

Santa Monica Initial CCW Course

Required for first-time CCW applicants who reside in Santa Monica. Covers California penal code, use-of-force law, marksmanship fundamentals, safe handling, and the live-fire qualification.

View Initial Course Details

Renewal CCW8 Hours

Santa Monica CCW Renewal Course

Streamlined re-certification for Santa Monica residents renewing an existing California CCW permit. Refresh your training and meet the state-mandated renewal hours.

Renewal details

Local Information

CCW in Santa Monica, California.

Residents of Santa Monica apply for their California CCW through the Santa Monica Police Department (or Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, depending on jurisdiction). Our 16-hour Initial certificate of completion satisfies the state training requirement and is accepted by the City of Santa Monica as your issuing authority.

The classroom portion is delivered online so you can complete it on your own schedule. The live-fire qualification is conducted in person with one of our vetted instructors at a range near you.

Live-Fire Qualification near Santa Monica

LAX Firing Range is the closest indoor range for Santa Monica live-fire qualification.

· Bring your firearm(s) — up to the count your issuing city allows
· No magazines over 10 rounds, no extended mags, no threaded barrels
· Eye and ear protection (loaners often available at the range)
· Range fees are paid separately, typically $75–$150

See full live-fire details

FAQ

Santa Monica CCW Questions

Is your CCW class approved for Santa Monica?+

Yes. We are an approved training vendor for the City of Santa Monica — one of the 19 LA County issuing cities that accept our certificate of completion for both Initial (16-hour) and Renewal (8-hour) CCW applications.

How long is the Santa Monica CCW class certificate good for?+

Your 16-hour Initial CCW certificate is valid for 12 months from the date of completion — you must submit your application to the City of Santa Monica within that window. Once issued, the CCW permit itself is valid for 2 years, after which you'll complete an 8-hour Renewal class.

How much does the Santa Monica CCW process cost?+

Course tuition plus the city's application/issuance fees and live-fire range fees. The City of Santa Monica's application fees are set by the issuing authority — call us at 623-850-4134 for the current schedule and an honest end-to-end estimate.

Can I take the Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica.

Ready to get your Santa Monica CCW?

Book your course in minutes — or call us 7 days a week.

Talk With Us Before Booking Call 623-850-4134