South Carolina CWP Course Myrtle Beach 10/3

Obtaining a Concealed Weapons Permit (CWP) offers numerous advantages that make it a valuable investment for responsible gun owners. With reciprocity agreements in place with 35 states, your CWP provides you the freedom to legally carry concealed in a broad range of locations, ensuring your personal protection extends across state lines.

Moreover, acquiring a CWP equips you with a comprehensive understanding of firearm laws, which enables you to navigate legal complexities, firearm safety, and a marksmanship qualification confidently. This knowledge not only ensures responsible and lawful gun ownership but also contributes to the overall safety of yourself and those around you.

Additionally, a CWP streamlines the process of purchasing firearms by facilitating faster transactions. This convenience not only saves you time but also allows you to exercise your Second Amendment rights more efficiently. Ultimately, obtaining a CWP is a strategic decision that empowers responsible gun owners with enhanced mobility, legal awareness, and streamlined firearm transactions.

Day-of Requirements

Failure to meet PSA and SLED's following requirements may result in non-admittance or a failure of the course.

Attendees must:

1. This is not an entry level class, student must possess an understanding of how to use and maintain their firearm
2. Bring a copy of your CWP Class Order Confirmation.
3. Have closed toed footwear (no flip flops or other open shoes)
4. Have safe upperwear (no tank tops or low cut shirts/blouses)
5. If you do not own a firearm, we do have rentals available for an additional fee
6. Have eye and ear protection (sunglasses are not considered eye protection, we have rentals available)
7. Have 25 rounds of ammunition (brass cased only). We can sell to you the day of or before the class
8. Be 18 years or older to obtain a concealed weapon permit
9. Be a resident (by proof of a valid driver’s license). If you wish to obtain a non-resident license, are active-duty military, or are a legal alien, please see instructor to provide further documentation.
10. All firearms entering our facility must be unloaded/cleared and cased or bagged

Course Prerequisites for LEO and Military.

Retired Military Need:

1. Complete the legal portion of the class and written test
2. Copy of their DD214
3. Copy of their Drivers license
4. CWP Application and Student/Instructor Checklist
5. These documents will be signed by the instructor when the written portion of the test is completed.
6. Applications postmarked to SLED after 8-15-2021 will have SLED fees waived for Disabled Veterans.

Instate LE retired/active:

1. Complete the legal portion of the class and written test
2. Proof of graduating from The Criminal Justice Academy
3. Proof they have qualified within the last year
4. CWP Application and student /instructor Checklist
5. These documents will be signed by the instructor when the written portion of the test is completed.
6. Applications postmarked to SLED after 8-15-2021 will have SLED fees waived for LE.

Out of State LE:

1. Complete the legal portion of the class and written test
2. Proof of completing a LE academy which firearms qualification is required
3. Copy of heir Drivers License
4. CWP Application and Student/Instructor checklist
5. These documents will be signed by the Instructor when the written portion of the test is completed
6. Applications postmarked to SLED after 8-15-2021 will have SLED fees waived for out of state LE

Active Military:

1. CWP Application
2. 2 fingerprint cards filled out in black ink and fingerprints rolled in appropriate spaces.
3. Proof of Military service
4. Permanent change of station orders
5. A copy of their Drivers License
6. Applications postmarked to SLED after 8-15-2021 will have SLED fees waived.
7. Check the appropriate box at the top of the application
8. No instructor is needed to sign off, nor a training date/place.