Bayou Gunner Book a Course now and be Safe with our Concealed Handgun Permit Training!
In an effort to better serve my students and provide more course options, I have partnered with Jefferson Indoor Range. This will enable me to provide a consistent classroom environment with enhanced virtual training experiences as well as on-hands live-fire range experiences.
Please click the button below to be directed to the booking form on Jefferson Indoor’s Website. If you have any questions, or need any additional information that they may not be able to provide regarding my courses, always feel free to reach out to me (Frank) at 985-212-0872.
If you need to reach out to Jefferson Indoor Range, their phone number is 504-218-7822.
*Jefferson Indoor Range also provide a wide range of additional courses which I am the instructor for. Please refer to their website or their range personnel for those additional course names and availability.
NOTE: There are two curriculum types that we utilize for the Concealed Carry Handgun Training Permit Certification Course. One is the NRA Basic Pistol Course which meets the requirements for the training along with the added course subjects & information. The other is the USCCA Concealed Carry and Home Defense Fundamentals Course. The curriculum used is based on the instructor teaching the lesson. Both are valid for meeting the training requirements to receive a concealed handgun permit in Louisiana.
CONCEALED CARRY HANDGUN PERMIT COURSES INFORMATION

INITIAL CERTIFICATION
CCHP Initial Certification Courses are held every Saturday from 10am to 7pm. While some holidays are excluded, please call for availability. Any courses booked through the online booking system are pre-determined as available.
The Concealed Carry Handgun Permit INITIAL Course is designed for those who are attempting to obtain their initial (First Time) certification.
Please read below for details on pricing and class requirements.

RENEWAL CERTIFICATION
CCHP Renewal Courses are held every Saturday from 10:30am to 12:30pm and weekly in the afternoons on specific scheduled days. Please call for availability. Any courses booked through the online booking system are pre-determined as available. While some holidays are excluded, it is highly recommended that you review the calendar for scheduled course dates.
The Concealed Carry Handgun Permit RENEWAL Course is designed for those who already posses a Concealed Handgun Permit and are renewing (5 year permits) or re-certifying (lifetime permits).
Please read below for details on pricing and class requirements.
TO RECEIVE A PERMIT FOR THE STATE OF LOUISIANA…
- ALL STUDENTS must me at least 21 years of age or older.
- ALL STUDENTS must be a US Citizen.
- ALL STUDENTS must be a resident of Louisiana.
- ALL STUDENTS must show a proficiency with a firearm.
- ALL STUDENTS must complete the application process to be filed with the state.
- ALL STUDENTS must complete the mandatory 9 hours of classroom training (outlined below).
- ALL STUDENTS must complete the qualification and achieve a passing score.
ALL STUDENTS MUST BRING THE FOLLOWING WITH THEM:
- Valid Louisiana Identification (Driver’s License or State issued ID Card). Digital Versions, such as “LA WALLET” IS NOT ACCEPTED.
- A Firearm to perform the required qualification (Rental firearms are available if needed). PLEASE NOTE: YOU DO NOT NEED TO SHOOT THE QUALIFICATION WITH THE FIREARM YOU INTEND TO CARRY. IF YOU SO CHOOSE, BRING ANY ONE PISTOL FOR THE QUALIFICATION EVOLUTION (Most will bring a .22LR due to the current cost of ammunition). Please only bring ONE firearm… You will NOT be allowed to switch between firearms during the qualification evolution.
- Hearing and Eye Protection (Eyeglasses can be substituted).
- 50 Rounds of Ammunition for your firearm (If renting, ammunition will be included in the cost of the rental firearm).
- Proper attire: No open-toed shoes, No Low-Cut shirts (long sleeves are recommended), Long Pants, A Hat of some kind with a brim.
- A magazine loader if you can not efficiently load or struggle loading your magazines.
- A working knowledge of the pistol you are shooting (If renting, a brief will be given on the use of the firearm being used).
- Lunch, beverages and/or snacks (DO NOT BRING ALCOHOL!) and make sure you clean up your area prior to leaving the classroom.
ALL STUDENTS WILL RECEIVE THE FOLLOWING:
- A qualification target.
- A Digital Download of the course materials (Hard Copy Textbooks are available for purchase the day of the course).
- A Certificate following successful completion and qualification of the course.
This is a mandated nine (9) hour course by the state of Louisiana. Cell phone use will be limited. All attendees are required to be alert and pay attention to the curriculum. Period breaks will be provided.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS:
Act 4 of the First Extraordinary Session of the 1996 Legislature amended and re-enacted R.S. 40:1379.3 providing for the issuance of statewide concealed handgun permits by the Deputy Secretary of the Department of Public Safety & Corrections (DPS). Obtaining a CHP in Louisiana requires a 9 hour certification course which covers:
- One (1) hour of instruction on handgun nomenclature and safe handling procedures of a revolver and semi-automatic pistol;
- One (1) hour of instruction on ammunition knowledge and fundamentals of pistol shooting;
- Three (3) hours of instruction on the use of deadly force and conflict resolution which will include a review of R.S. 14:18 through 14:22 and which may include a review of any other laws relating to the use of deadly force;
- One (1) hour of instruction on handgun shooting positions;
- One (1) hour of instruction on child access prevention; and
- Two (2) hours of actual live range fire and proper handgun cleaning procedures
- Live range fire shall include 12 rounds each at 6 feet, 10 feet, and 15 feet for a total of 36 rounds;
- Each applicant or permittee must perform at least one safe reload of the handgun at each distance;
- Each applicant or permittee must score 100% hits within the silhouette portion of a NRA B-27 type silhouette target with a least 36 rounds
ADDITIONAL COURSES
I am still offering private and group courses. If you are interested in booking a private group or individual training session/course, please contact Bayou Gunner directly by phone, email or the contact form on this website. CLICK HERE to view a listing of all additional courses available.