No. While some instructors will require students to have their own gun to take the class, Alpha Koncepts understands many students are new to the gun world. Therefore we include a segment in our class about how to purchase the right gun for you and will gladly rent handguns to our students to use for class.

No. While some instructors do require students have a FOID card to take the Illinois Concealed Carry Licensing class, Alpha Koncepts will allow students to attend without a FOID card. In fact if you do not already have a FOID card, we recommend you apply for one at the same time as your concealed carry license, but not sooner. We shall discuss how to apply for a FOID during class.

Class dates can be found on the Alpha Koncepts calendar or you may contact us to speak to one of the staff.

Range fees may be additional, though we occasionally run promotions. Check the individual calendar listing to be sure! Your state application fee(s) are not included. These fees are paid directly to the state. Fingerprints are optional for the Illinois concealed carry license application and therefore are not included. Most students do not get fingerprinted for the Illinois license. Students will be required to provide ammunition and firearms, or may also rent them.

Fingerprints are optional and not a requirement of the Illinois Concealed Carry License. However, fingerprints are required for Florida and Arizona concealed weapon permits. Students may choose to have their fingerprints taken for the Illinois license. This shall be discussed in class. More information can be read here: Are fingerprints required for an Illinois Concealed Carry License?

Please contact the Alpha Koncepts staff with any questions. Use the contact form to Contact Us or call/text 847-612-3952

After 10 years in the business, we have relationships with nearly every shooting range in the Chicagoland area. However, the two ranges we use the most for our concealed carry classes include Maxon’s Shooters in Des Plaines as well as Article II in Lombard. We will discuss the range location on the first day of class.

Yes! Our classes are designed for shooters of every skill level and approximately half of our students haven’t shot a gun before. Using our crawl, walk, run teaching methodology, you will finish class as a capable and confident shooter!

Our credit card processing companies prevent us from selling ammunition. However, you may purchase ammunition from your instructor directly (person-to-person transfer), but cash is required for ammunition sales. All ammunition purchasers must have a valid and current FOID. If you do not have a FOID, you may rent a firearm from us with free ammunition included.

The Illinois concealed carry qualification consists of 30 rounds fired. For that reason, we usually suggest students bring two boxes or 100 rounds of ammunition. A box of ammunition usually consists of 50 rounds, and in the off-chance, a student needs to retake their qualification, 50 rounds won’t be enough to shoot twice, so bring two boxes just in case.

While some instructors may require a written test, the law does not require it therefore we do not require a written test. However, there is a shooting test that consists of a total of 30 rounds fired at a man-sized target (B27).
10 rounds fired from a distance of 15′.
10 rounds fired from a distance of 21′.
10 rounds fired from a distance of 30′.

Students need a minimum score of 21 hits to pass.

Also, students who, in the sole discretion of the instructor, pose a danger to themselves or others will be immediately asked to leave class.

Yes, we offer multiple discounts. The first 5 people to sign up for our weekend concealed carry classes will receive an automatic “early bird” discount. We also offer military and veteran discounts, and we offer discounts for police spouses. In addition, we offer seasonal promotions and coupons as well. Check out our Coupon page for additional details.

You will be able to carry a firearm in most public places in Illinois plus 28 additional states. The Alpha Koncepts class allows you to apply for the Florida or Arizona licenses as well, which will add approximately 5 additional states. Reciprocity and recognition sometimes change. We will discuss gun free zones, as well as additional states, and all of these details in class.

The Illinois Concealed Carry License is valid for 5 years from date of issuance. To renew the license a licensee will be required to attend a 3-hour renewal class and pass the same shooting qualification. Learn more about Concealed Carry Renewal Classes.