Initial and renewal CCW training backed by real instruction, an on-site indoor range, and a full training environment built to take you beyond simply completing the permit.
INITIAL + RENEWAL CCW TRAINING
ON-SITE RANGE QUALIFICATION + TRAINING
MORE THAN CCW FIREARMS + SERVICES
New to the process? Start here. We’ll guide you through training and qualification.
Already have a permit? Start your renewal training here and stay ahead of your expiration date.
Already handled your permit or simply want to become a better shooter? Explore private instruction and firearms training.
Behind every EliteCCW class is a team that's committed to your success.
Our instructors bring their real-world experience to both the classroom and the range, making EliteCCW's training second to none.
From start to finish, the team at EliteCCW has your back, every step of the way.
The permit may be the reason you walked in. The goal is to leave with better judgment, better fundamentals, and a training resource you can keep coming back to.
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Clear, practical teaching built around safe decision-making and real skill development.
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Classroom, qualification, practice, and additional firearms training can live in one ecosystem.
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Live Scan, permit support, FSC, private instruction, pro shop resources, and additional training when you need it.
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Do you have a concealable firearm registered in your name? If not, you can start the process with us. Click this link to book an FSC Test to get your Firearms Safety Certificate. Once completed, you will be able to purchase your first firearm and get started on your CCW journey.
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Do you reside within the area of the agency with which you are applying? You must apply with the agency that serves the address where you reside. If you are in Orange County, you will apply with the Orange County Sheriff's Department.
If you reside outside Orange County, you will need to apply through your local police services. If you are unsure, GOOGLE is a great resource.
Example: “who provides police services for -----”
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If you reside in Orange County, you do not have to go through the application process alone. You can book an application consultation with us where we walk you through the process and scan in all of the necessary documents to avoid any procedural issues and make the process as stress free as possible.
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Live Scans are required for all initial CCW applications. Check with your issuing agency to find out when you should get your live scan completed. When you are ready, we have you covered. You can stop by our facility anytime during our operating hours to complete your live scan and have it submitted directly to the correct agencies.
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California law requires initial CCW applicants to take 16 hours of CCW training with a California DOJ certified CCW training provider. At Elite CCW, we separate this into two 8-hour training classes. We offer both classes every Saturday and all of our instructors and employees are NRA and CA DOJ approved CCW trainers. If you are an Orange County resident, you can also complete your training online.
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Patience is part of the process as the CCW application review can take up to 3 or 4 months depending on the agency and the number of applicants they are processing.
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Once your application has been assigned to be reviewed, you will attend an interview with a representative of the issuing agency. Depending on the agency, this could be a virtual meeting (Zoom, Teams, etc) or an in-person interview.
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After the agency has approved your application, you will typically receive your CCW card in the mail within 2 weeks while some agencies will ask you to pick it up in person. Once you have your CCW card, keep it on you at all times while you carry.
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Getting your CCW is just the beginning—it provides the foundation for all your future firearms training. In a potentially life-threatening situation, you will perform at the level of your training. Building your skills through continued, professional instruction can help you become safer, more confident, and more capable with your firearm.
Enter the expiration date printed on your permit. The tool will show when your 90-day renewal window opens and whether you are currently inside it.
You’re a little early. Want us to remind you when it’s time to renew?
You’re a little early. Want us to remind you when it’s time to renew?
This tool is provided for planning purposes. Final renewal eligibility and agency requirements are determined by the issuing agency.
EliteCCW brings classroom instruction and live-fire qualification together in one dedicated training environment — so you can move from learning to shooting without driving to another location or piecing the process together elsewhere.
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Train and qualify in one facility.
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Move directly into live-fire qualification.
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Return for private instruction and additional training.
A permit is not the finish line. EliteCCW also supports students who want stronger fundamentals, better handgun handling, more confidence on the range, or one-on-one help with specific skills.
PRIVATE INSTRUCTION
FUNDAMENTALS
RED-DOT WORK
FIREARMS TRAINING
BSIS SECURITY / ARMED GUARD
MIKE DUDA
OWNER • INSTRUCTOR
Mike Duda built EliteCCW around a simple idea: required training should still be valuable training. The classroom matters. The range matters. The way information is explained matters. Students should leave understanding more than just what they need to complete the requirement.
“The goal is to give people instruction they can actually use.”
Training is only part of what many customers need. EliteCCW can also help with several related services in one place.
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On-site fingerprinting support for permit and background-check needs.
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We administer Firearm Safety Certificate tests here at EliteCCW
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Additional permit training and assistance for customers pursuing Arizona or Utah permits.
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A knowledgeable local resource when you need a firearm professionally evaluated.
Whether you're applying for your first Orange County CCW or renewing an existing permit, EliteCCW offers one-on-one consultations to help you understand the process, prepare you for what comes next, and avoid unnecessary confusion along the way.
PERSONAL GUIDANCE WITH CONSULTATIONS
INITIAL CCW CONSULTATION
INITIAL + LIVE SCAN CONSULTATION
RENEWAL CONSULTATION
The pro shop is connected to the training experience — not an unrelated retail add-on. Students can get help with relevant gear, optics, accessories, ammunition, and practical questions from people who actually teach and shoot.
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TRAINING GEAR
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CONSIGNMENTS
If you're new to the process, questions are normal. Here are a few of the things customers ask us most often. If you don't see an answer to your question, contact us and we'll be happy to assist you further.
Yes. EliteCCW offers training for both first-time CCW applicants and existing permit holders who need renewal training. If you're unsure which option applies to you, call (714) 600-3120 and the team can help point you in the right direction.
EliteCCW offers both in-person and online training options for certain courses. The appropriate format depends on the training you need and applicable issuing-agency requirements.
Yes. EliteCCW has its own indoor range, allowing classroom instruction, qualification, and additional firearms training to take place within the same training environment.
Yes. EliteCCW offers on-site Live Scan along with several related services including FSC support, Arizona and Utah permit assistance, BSIS and security training, and firearm appraisals.
You can continue training with EliteCCW through additional firearms training and private instruction focused on fundamentals, confidence, handgun handling, and specific skill development.
Start with the CCW path that fits you, or continue building your skills with EliteCCW’s firearms training and support services.
NOT SURE WHERE TO START? CALL (714) 600-3120.