Get the training and confidence you need to carry responsibly. Our state-approved Concealed Pistol License (CPL) classes are taught by Bill Hoffman, an NRA Certified Firearms Instructor, and include firearm safety, Personal Protection in the Home, and hands-on range training. Indoor range training is available during the winter months.
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Train With Confidence. Carry With Responsibility.
Getting a Concealed Pistol License is about more than meeting a legal requirement. It is about understanding firearm safety, Michigan law, responsible concealed carry, and having the confidence to safely handle and operate your firearm.
ADA Security offers state-approved Michigan CPL classes taught by an NRA Certified Firearms Instructor. Our course combines classroom instruction with hands-on firearm training to give students the knowledge and practical experience necessary to become safer, more responsible firearm owners.
Whether you are an experienced shooter or have never fired a handgun before, our goal is to provide professional, straightforward instruction in a comfortable learning environment.
Michigan Concealed Pistol License Training
Our CPL course provides the training required for individuals seeking a Michigan Concealed Pistol License. Students receive instruction covering firearm safety, responsible ownership, concealed carry considerations, personal protection, and applicable laws.
The course includes both classroom instruction and live-fire range training, allowing students to put what they learn into practice under the supervision of an experienced instructor.
Course Topics Include
- Firearm safety and responsible gun ownership
- Safe loading and unloading
- Proper handgun handling
- Fundamentals of handgun shooting
- Proper grip, stance, sight alignment and trigger control
- Safe firearm storage
- Ammunition fundamentals
- Concealed carry considerations
- Personal protection and situational awareness
- Avoidance and de-escalation
- Michigan CPL laws and responsibilities
- Legal considerations involving defensive firearm use
- Hands-on shooting exercises
- Live-fire range training
New to Firearms? You’re Welcome Here.
You do not need to be an experienced shooter to take our CPL class.
For many students, a CPL course is their first opportunity to receive structured handgun instruction. We take firearm safety seriously while maintaining an environment where students can ask questions and learn without unnecessary pressure.
The objective isn’t simply to complete the course. We want you to leave with a better understanding of your firearm, how to handle it safely, and the responsibilities that come with carrying one.
NRA Certified Firearms Instruction
Your training is provided by an NRA Certified Firearms Instructor with an emphasis on safety, practical skills and responsible firearm ownership.
Students receive both classroom instruction and supervised practical training rather than simply being rushed through the minimum requirements.
Safety comes first — before speed, accuracy or anything else.
Hands-On Range Training
Knowledge in the classroom needs to translate into safe firearm handling on the range.
Students receive practical instruction covering the fundamentals of handgun operation and shooting. The live-fire portion gives students an opportunity to develop their skills under instructor supervision.
Depending upon the student’s experience level, instruction may include correcting common problems with grip, stance, sight picture and trigger control.
Indoor Winter Range
Michigan weather doesn’t stop training.
During the winter months, range training is conducted at an indoor shooting range, providing students with a comfortable environment regardless of snow, cold or other weather conditions.
Personal Protection in the Home
Our training also addresses the serious responsibilities associated with keeping a firearm for personal and home protection.
Topics include firearm accessibility versus secure storage, awareness, avoiding unnecessary confrontations, and making responsible decisions before an emergency occurs.
Owning a firearm is only one component of personal protection. Good judgment, preparation and awareness are just as important.
Firearm Safety
Safe firearm handling is the foundation of everything we teach.
Students learn the fundamental rules of firearm safety and how those principles apply both on the range and in everyday life.
Particular attention is given to:
Muzzle control • Trigger discipline • Knowing your target and surroundings • Safe loading and unloading • Secure storage • Safe transportation • Responsible handling
Developing safe habits through repetition helps ensure those practices become automatic.
Concealed Carry Is a Responsibility
Obtaining a CPL gives you additional options for protecting yourself, but carrying a firearm also comes with significant responsibilities.
A responsible CPL holder should understand not only how to use a firearm, but also when the use of a firearm would—and would not—be appropriate.
Our instruction emphasizes judgment, awareness, avoidance and de-escalation alongside firearm proficiency.
The best defensive encounter is often the one that never becomes a confrontation.
What Should I Bring?
Requirements can vary depending on the particular class and range being used. Students will be given specific instructions before class regarding firearms, ammunition, hearing and eye protection, identification and any other necessary equipment.
Do not purchase equipment specifically for the course until you have spoken with us. If you’re a new shooter, we can help you understand what you actually need.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need experience with firearms?
No. Beginners are welcome. Let us know that you’re a new shooter and we’ll make sure you receive the instruction you need.
Is there live-fire training?
Yes. The course includes practical range training.
Do you have an indoor range?
During the winter, indoor range facilities are used for training.
Is the instructor certified?
Yes. Classes are taught by an NRA Certified Firearms Instructor.
Does completing the class automatically give me a CPL?
No. Successful completion of the required training is part of the CPL process. You must still meet Michigan’s eligibility requirements and complete the application process through the appropriate government authorities.
Can I bring my own handgun?
Contact us before class for the current equipment requirements and recommendations.
What if I’m nervous about shooting?
That’s completely fine. New shooters are common in CPL classes. Instruction is designed to teach safe firearm handling before progressing to live-fire exercises.
Why Choose ADA Security for CPL Training?
ADA Security brings a professional security and personal-protection perspective to firearm training. We believe responsible concealed carry requires more than simply knowing how to fire a handgun.
Our emphasis is on safety, knowledge, practical skills, sound judgment and responsible firearm ownership.
Whether your goal is personal protection, obtaining your first CPL, refreshing your firearm knowledge or becoming more confident with a handgun, we want you to leave the course better prepared than when you arrived.
Ready to Take Your CPL Class?
Contact ADA Security today for upcoming Michigan CPL class dates, availability, pricing and registration information.
Train safely. Know the law. Carry responsibly.