We provide state approved, in-person or online classroom training for the Texas License To Carry.

Texas License to Carry Online Class

We provide state approved online training for the Texas License To Carry. Online classes offer the flexibility to log in/out at your own pace until you have completed the course. The cost is $49.99, with discounts available for Veterans, military, first responders, school and church security teams.

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Texas License to Carry In-Person Class

We provide state approved in-person classroom training for the Texas License To Carry. In-Person classes include Range Qualification and last approximately 6.5 hours. The cost is $95, with discounts available for Veterans, military, first responders, school and church security teams.

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Texas License to Carry

Let Texas License to Carry Instructors with 28 years experience, prepare you for the carrying of a handgun.

The Texas Department of Public Safety currently requires a minimum of 4 to 6 hours not including range time. TCCI classes average 6 hours with range for an original license. The majority of the class is the law and other aspects of carrying a handgun for self defense.

Note: A federal district court has ruled the Department can no longer apply the License to Carry statutory eligibility criteria that prohibit otherwise eligible 18-to-20 year-olds from obtaining the license. Firearms Policy Coalition, Inc. et. al., v. Steven McCraw, et. al., No. 4:21-18cv-1245-P. The Department will therefore no longer deny applications solely on the basis that the applicants are 18 yea years of age and up.

The license in Texas was called a Concealed Handgun License. They are now called a License to Carry or LTC. The Texas LTC allows you to carry concealed or open carry in Texas. It is also valid in 30 other states for carry under the laws of those states.

TCCI’S classes average 10-16 people not 50 or 60 people crammed into the room! TCCI has weekday and weekend LTC classes.

Classroom and range are in McKinney, you won’t have to drive to Sherman like the classes at Cabela’s in Allen!

You will shoot the same day, unlike Bullet Trap and Frisco Gun Club they make you come back on a weekday morning!

One day, one stop!!!

Classes held at Caddo Office Suites 6401 W. Eldorado Parkway McKinney, TX 75070

(Range near classroom on private property)

Don’t be fooled by the internet coupons! Many places are advertising cheap classes, what they don’t tell you is that is the classroom only and doesn’t include the range qualification. They then charge you 50 or 60 dollars to qualify and you have to come back on a weekday morning. We are one price one 6 hour class! You can go the State website to fill out you application. Going to the State website will speed up you application process.You pay us for the training and pay the State for the license. For State Fee’s see FAQ’s

The State requires several instructional areas:

Use of Force
Weapons Storage and Safety
Weapons Laws
Non-Violent Dispute Resolution

Practical areas:

Range Qualification
A written examination with multiple choice and true/false questions.

Equipment:

Handgun semi or revolver .22 caliber or higher. (See FAQ’s)
Red dot and green dot optics are permitted as of 2023, magnification and lasers are not permitted.
(We have loaner guns free if you bring ammo or we can provide gun w/ammo for $15.00)
At least 50 rounds of ammo for the gun.
Hearing and eye protection. (We have loaners at no charge)

Steps to get a Texas License to Carry

Complete online Application with the state (May be completed before or after class) and the cost is typically $40, but discounted fees exist in certain instances and additional information – List of fees
Be fingerprinted with state approved provide. Once the online application has been completed with the state, the state will send the details related to scheduling an appointment for fingerprinting. Updated fingerprinting is a requirement and the cost is $10.00.
Complete required in-classroom training and range qualification. We provide in-person training, and have a partner for online training.
Submit training certificate and any other documentation requested to DPS via the portal.

LTC Range Qualification

Any approved online classroom training will require Range Qualification/Proficiency Demonstration. The state allows the range portion to be completed before or after the online course. This qualification is offered at a private range in Cumby, TX by appointment. Email phil@ntxguntraining.com or call 469-210-9558 reservation. The cost is $40 per person.

Texas License to Carry Military

The minimum age is 18 years of age (versus 21 for civilians)
Range Qualification is waived if the military member can provide a range card, handgun or rifle, showing qualification in the last 10 years.

Steps for Military

Complete online application with the state. No fee for military.
Once the online application is complete, the state will send Fingerprinting information.
Complete online training for $39.99 Sign up.
Get fingerprinted. Once you’ve completed your online application with the state they will send you info on how to be fingerprinted.
Submit required documents to DPS via portal.

Benefits to having a Texas LTC:

Ability to purchase firearm without an FBI instant check needed.
Carry in 30 other states besides Texas.
Under the Texas Labor Code employers cannot prohibit an LTC holder from having a handgun in their vehicle in the company parking area. Non-holders can be prohibited.
LTC holders are not subject to felony prosecution under the Federal Gun Free School Zone law.
License holder can carry in a hospital, nursing home, amusement park, church, synagouge or other place of worship or the meeting of governmental enity unless given notice under 30.06 or 30.07, non holder cannot carry there period.

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LTC FAQ’S

Most frequently asked questions about Texas License to Carry

What are the requirements to get a Texas LTC?

List found here.

Can I open carry in Texas.

Yes, if you have a Texas LTC which is for open or concealed carry.

How long does it take to get my license?

Once you have completed all required training, been fingerprinted and submitted all documents they have 60 days to issue your license.

Do I have to qualify with the gun I intend to carry?

No, you can carry any handgun once you’ve received you license be it semiauto or revolver.

What caliber handgun can I qualify with?

DPS rules are .22 caliber or larger semiauto or revolver.

What does the state charge for a license?

For most people $40.00 but there are discounts for various persons. List of fees here.

Will my gun be registered with the state?

No, there is no gun registration in Texas and there is no requirement to report what gun a person used in the class.

What other states can I carry in with at Texas LTC?

31 other states, list found here.

What are the range requirements?

Range Qualification for License to Carry (LTC)

A total of 50 rounds are fired during the course of the qualification test.
A score of 70%, or 175 points of a possible 250, is required to pass.
The target used is a B-27 which is a human-shaped silhouette target measuring 45 by 24 inches.
All shooting is from the ready position, which means the gun is already in your hands and aimed in.
No holster shooting or shooting from concealed is required.

The B27 target (pic at top of page) is 45″ high by 24″ wide. The inner scoring ring is approximately 18″ high by 12″ wide and counts 5 points. Shots within the next scoring ring count 4 points, and hits in the outer target zone count 3 points. Shots falling outside of the silhouette outline, green area, do not count.

You will not need to memorize times or round count each volley of fire the instructor will tell you what to do.

Course of Fire:

3 yard line – 20 shots:

1 shot in 2 seconds, 5 times
2 shots in 3 seconds, 5 times
5 shots in 10 seconds, once

7 yard line – 20 shots:

5 shots in 10 seconds, once
1 shot in 3 seconds, 5 times
2 shots in 4 seconds, once
3 shots in 6 seconds, once
5 shots in 15 seconds, once

If you shot all 5’s at the 3 and 7 you’d have 200 points before the 15, 25 points more than is needed to pass!

15 yard line – 10 shots:

2 shots in 6 seconds, once
3 shots in 9 seconds, once
5 shots in 15 seconds, once

Where are the classes held?

Classes are held at Caddo Office Suites 6401 W. Eldorado Parkway McKinney, TX 75070

Can I take the range training only if I have completed the online Texas LTC course?

Yes, you can join any of our scheduled LTC classes. $40.00 for range training only. You need to register via the website or contact us to make reservation.

Do I need a Texas LTC to buy or own guns in Texas?

No, an LTC is a license to carry a concealed handgun or open, its’ not needed to buy or possess legal firearms.

Can I only carry the gun I qualify with? What about semi and non-semiautomatic?

Once you receive your license you may carry any gun that you can legally obtain. There is no restriction on the number of guns you may carry either. It doesn’t matter what type of gun you qualify with you can carry either semi or non-semi. .22 caliber and up for qualification on the range.

Do I have to get a license application from the State to take my course for original LTC?

No, you do not have to complete the state application to take the class. You can complete it at:

State LTC Application

Where can I carry my gun?

The class has a very detailed lecture on where you can and can’t carry.

Penal Code 46.03 starts on page 38

Penal Code 46.035 starts on page 40

Texas Concealed Handgun Laws and Statutes

Can non-residents get a Texas LTC?

Yes, as long as you meet all the applicant requirements and take the training.

Are Red dot optics permitted in a Texas LTC qualification?

Yes, however no magnification or lasers are permitted.