Maryland Wear and Carry Renewal Course

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Welcome to the 8-hour Maryland Wear and Carry Renewal Training Course offered by Freestate Firearms Training.  

This comprehensive course is designed to reinforce and enhance the skills, knowledge, and mindset required to legally and responsibly carry a firearm in public. 

Exceeding the Maryland State Police training requirements for permit renewal, this course ensures you remain proficient and confident in your ability to carry safely and effectively.

Led by expert instructors at Freestate Firearms Training, this course dives deep into The Mindset and The Skill Set essential for concealed carry. 

• Duration: 16 hours (two 8-hour days)
• Location: 603 E. Ridgeville Blvd. Mt. Airy, MD
• Cost: $425 (includes range fees, targets, and course materials)
• Prerequisites: Must be 21 or older (18-21 for employment-related permits), no felony convictions, and meet Maryland eligibility criteria.

 The Mindset: 

• Developing situational awareness and decision-making under stress.
• Understanding the legal and ethical responsibilities of carrying a firearm in Maryland.
• Conflict avoidance, de-escalation techniques, and use-of-force principles.
• Reinforcing a safety-first mentality in all environments.

The Skill Set: 

• Advanced firearm handling, accuracy, and efficiency with your carry firearm.
• Drawing from concealment and engaging targets in dynamic scenarios.
• Reloading, malfunction clearing, and other critical skills under time pressure.
• Practical exercises to simulate real-world defensive situations.

Note: Completion of this course does not guarantee permit approval by the Maryland State Police. Applicants must submit a complete application, including LiveScan fingerprints and required documentation, through the Maryland State Police Licensing Portal.

• Valid Maryland Wear and Carry Permit.
• Your carry firearm (handgun) in good working condition.
• At least 50 rounds of factory ammunition.
• Two or more magazines or speed loaders.
• Eye and ear protection.
• Note-taking materials.
• Comfortable clothing suitable for range activities and weather conditions.

 At Freestate Firearms Training, our Maryland State Police-approved Qualified Handgun Instructors bring extensive experience from law enforcement, military, and civilian self-defense training. We prioritize a supportive learning environment, practical skills, and safety.