San Diego CCW& Firearms Training
Get Your California
CCW Permit
State-required CCW certification taught by Steven Dunning — 17+ years U.S. military, 10 years law enforcement, 30+ years behind the trigger.
California CCW Initial Training
17 hours total. The full USCCA curriculum, compliant with California SB 2 training requirements — taught start to finish by one instructor.
Concealed Carry & Home-Defense Fundamentals
Intro plus seven lessons: protection planning, firearm basics, shooting fundamentals, the legal use of force, the aftermath of a violent encounter, gear, and advanced skills.
California Legal Supplement
California-specific law: where permit holders may carry, permissible use of force, transport and safe storage.
Mental Wellness
California-required mental health training for permit applicants.
Instructor-Guided Simulations
Scenario-based decision-making under realistic conditions.
Non-Lethal Self-Defense
Pepper spray and energy-weapon options for layered defense.
Written Test
52-question exam covering the full curriculum.
Handling & Dry-Fire
Safe loading, unloading, reloading, and dry-fire repetition.
Live-Fire Qualification
Qualify on the range with each firearm you plan to carry.
Trained by Steven Dunning
Born and raised in San Diego. 27 years in uniform — 17+ in the U.S. military, 10 in law enforcement — and more than 30 years of hands-on firearms experience.
Steve teaches everyone from complete beginners to seasoned professionals, blending real-world operational knowledge with proven instruction. His approach emphasizes safety, accuracy, situational awareness, and confidence.
“Straightforward, no-nonsense training from a lifetime of service.”
Three Steps to Carry
No online booking, and that's on purpose. You deal with Steve directly from first call to qualification.
Reserve Your Spot
Call or text (619) 541-0845 to confirm a date and what to bring. You talk to Steve directly — no online form.
Complete the 17-Hour Course
The full USCCA curriculum — classroom instruction plus live-fire range time, taught start to finish by one instructor.
Qualify & Submit
Pass the 52-question written test and live-fire qualification, then take your certificate to the San Diego County Sheriff with your application.
How to Apply for Your CCW
Your license is issued by the San Diego County Sheriff — not by us. Here is how the county process fits together, and where your training certificate comes in.
Start Your Application
Create a CCW Pro account on the Sheriff's portal and complete the online application. You must be at least 21, with your driver's license and proof of San Diego County residence ready to upload.
Background & Livescan
Submit fingerprints (Livescan) and pay the application fee. The Sheriff's Office reviews your background — typically within 90 days — before clearing you to train.
Complete Your Training
Take the state-required CCW course with a Sheriff-approved instructor and qualify on the range. That is the 17-hour class Steve teaches — call to confirm dates and what to bring.
Submit & Qualify
Upload your Qualification Certificate to CCW Pro and pay the issuance fee if approved. The San Diego County Sheriff makes the final permit decision.
Frequently Asked
Ready When You Are
Lock in a date directly with Steve. One call covers pricing, schedule, and exactly what to bring.