Training Courses
Explore Our Full Range of Classes
We offer a variety of training courses tailored to meet your needs. Below you’ll find a detailed list of everything we offer.
💥 Need a rental handgun? Handgun rentals are available upon check-in for $25 and include the firearm, holster, and two magazines. (Students are responsible for bringing their own 9-mm ammunition, eye protection, and hearing protection.)
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⚠️ Safety Notices ⚠️
- Out of an abundance of caution and due to safety concerns, the Tactical Shepherd Range will pause the use of all Sig Sauer P320 handguns until further notice.
- For all Tactical Shepherd courses involving handguns, only outside-the-waistband (OWB) holsters are permitted. Inside-the-waistband (IWB) holsters are not allowed on the range.
💥 FREE SPECIAL EVENT!! 💥
Event: Safeguarding Your Church: Training for Faith-Based Communities & Concerned Citizens
This event is ideal for:
- Community members interested in personal or public safety (no church affiliation required)
- Pastors, church staff, and ministry leaders
- Church security teams
- Volunteers and congregants
Training includes:
- Defensive strategies and tactics taught by retired law enforcement officers
- Practical guidance to strengthen safety and preparedness in your community
Date: January 16, 2026
Time: 6 - 8 pm (doors open at 5:15)
Location: 150 Downin Lane, Port Deposit, MD 21904
Required to Purchase a Handgun
MD Handgun Qualification License
This comprehensive four-hour course is required by the state of Maryland to obtain your Handgun Qualification License (HQL), which is necessary to purchase a handgun in Maryland. During this course, you'll gain essential knowledge of firearm safety, home defense strategies, and key skills such as: firearm manipulation, loading and unloading techniques, malfunction drills, weapon maintenance, and much more!
Cost: $89.00
Total Time: 4 hours
What to bring to class: Government Photo ID (Driver's License)
Click to preview course: Preview MD HQL
Application Help: Need help filling out your application? Click here for help!
Concealed Carry Courses
MD Wear & Carry Permit
All law-abiding citizens are eligible to obtain a Maryland Wear and Carry Permit.
Our 16-hour, two-day course provides comprehensive training for original applicants, covering safety, defensive tactics, and live-fire exercises. This course meets the training requirements for both Maryland residents and non-residents seeking a carry permit.
Cost: $350.00
Total Time: 16 hours over 2 consecutive days
What to bring to class: Government Photo ID (Driver's License), unloaded firearm, external side draw holster, two unloaded magazines, 150 rounds of target ammunition, sturdy belt to secure holster, eye protection, hearing protection, bag lunch and water
Click to preview course: Preview MD Wear & Carry
Application Help: Need help filling out your application? Click here for help!
MD Wear & Carry Permit RENEWAL
This class is the required 8-hour MD permit renewal course for current Maryland Wear and Carry Permit holders only. Renewal training can be completed up to two years before your permit expires and must be submitted to the Maryland State Police within 120 days of expiration.
Cost: $175.00
Total Time: 8 hours
What to bring to class: Government Photo ID (Driver's License), unloaded firearm, external side draw holster, two unloaded magazines, 150 rounds of target ammunition, sturdy belt to secure holster, eye protection, hearing protection, bag lunch and water
Utah Non-Resident Permit
This four-hour course is required to receive your Utah Non-Resident Permit, which is valid in 30+ states, including Delaware. Fingerprints and a passport photo are included in the course.
Note: Delaware residents must have a Delaware Resident Handgun Permit in order to obtain a Utah permit. (See our DE/MD Combo Course below for more information.)
Cost: $120.00
Total Time: 4 hours
What to bring to class: Government Photo ID (Driver's License)
New Jersey CCW Permit
This 6 hour course will satisfy the requirements for your NJ CCW. This permit for NJ residents and non-residents and is valid for NJ and 20+ States. This course will have a brief classroom portion and range qualification.
Note: You must own your own firearm for this course.
Cost: $230.00
Total Time: 6 hours
What to bring to class: Government Photo ID (Driver's License), unloaded firearm, external side draw holster, two unloaded magazines, 100 rounds of target ammunition, sturdy belt to secure holster, eye protection, hearing protection, bag lunch and water.
Delaware CCW & Maryland Wear & Carry Combo
This 16-hour, two-day course is designed for Delaware residents 21+ who want to meet the training requirements for both the Delaware Resident Concealed Carry Permit and the Maryland Wear and Carry Permit. It exceeds Delaware’s minimum training requirements and fulfills Maryland non-resident permit training.
Cost: $375.00
Total Time: 16 hours over 2 consecutive days
What to bring to class: Government Photo ID (Driver's License), unloaded firearm, external side draw holster, two unloaded magazines, 150 rounds of target ammunition, sturdy belt to secure holster, eye protection, hearing protection, bag lunch and water.
DE CCW and Permit Purchase Course
Due to recent changes in Delaware law, citizens are now required to have either a Delaware Concealed Carry (CCW) Permit or a Permit to Purchase in order to buy a firearm. Our 8-hour course meets the training requirements for both certifications and allows each student to decide which option is best for them. This course is for Delaware residents only, as Delaware does not offer out-of-state CCW permits.
If you are looking to carry in both Delaware and Maryland, sign up for our DE CCW / MD Wear and Carry Combo and save $125! In this combined course, you pay $350 for the MD Wear and Carry, and your DE CCW fee is reduced from $175 to just $25 — a total of $375 instead of $525.
Cost: $175.00
Total Time: 8 hours
What to bring to class: Government Photo ID (Driver's License), unloaded firearm, external side draw holster, two unloaded magazines, 150 rounds of target ammunition, sturdy belt to secure holster, eye protection, hearing protection, bag lunch and water.
Handgun Courses
Beginner Handgun Course
Designed as a continuation of the HQL class, the Beginner Handgun Course provides hands-on, low stress, range experience under the guidance of experienced instructors. The course covers safety, marksmanship fundamentals, firearm handling, and common malfunctions
Youth ages 13–17 may attend when accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, who must also participate.
Cost: $150.00
Total Time: 5 hours
What to bring to class: unloaded firearm (rentals available for $25 upon arrival), two magazines, 100 rounds of target ammunition, range appropriate attire, eye protection, hearing protection, snacks and water
Scenario Based Training
This dynamic course immerses students in real-world scenarios with live role-players in shoot / don't shoot situations. It focuses on decision-making, critical thinking, and applying firearm skills in realistic contexts.
Do not bring a firearm or ammunition to this course.
Cost: $150.00
Total Time: 4 hours
What to bring to class: Government issued photo ID, snacks and water
Red Dot Sight (RDS)
This course helps new and returning red-dot pistol shooters get the maximum performance from a pistol-mounted optic, building on an existing foundation of marksmanship and safe firearm manipulation. Topics include zeroing and confirmation at various distances, draw and dot-acquisition techniques, recoil management and tracking, optic-related troubleshooting (mechanical offset, holdover, optic blockage), and drills to build speed and efficiency.
Cost: $175.00
Total Time: 6 hours
What to bring to class: unloaded firearm, external side draw holster, two unloaded magazines,150 rounds of target ammunition, sturdy belt to secure holster, eye protection, hearing protection, appropriate range attire, snacks and water
Live Fire Workshop
Live Fire Workshop is designed for intermediate shooters who want to improve their confidence, proficiency, and handgun manipulation skills. This course is ideal for those who already have basic firearms knowledge and seek to take their abilities to the next level.
The shooting drills will focus on core fundamentals, shot placement, and judgmental shooting at various distances. Depending on the student’s ability, more advanced drills may also be incorporated.
Cost: $125.00
Total Time: 4 hours
What to bring to class: unloaded firearm, external side draw holster, two unloaded magazines, 200 rounds of target ammunition, sturdy belt to secure holster, eye protection, hearing protection, appropriate range attire, snacks and water
Click to preview course: Preview Live Fire
Advanced Live Fire Workshop
This Advanced Live Fire Workshop is a high-pressure, dynamic course that challenges students with advanced drills including close-quarters tucked-hip shooting, barricade and moving-to-shoot drills, timed stress drills, multiple target engagement 25 yards. Drills may include steel plates, moving targets, or reactive targets.
This course is for experienced shooters only — prerequisite: successful completion of the Tactical Shepherd Live Fire Workshop or MD Wear & Carry Course with a score of 95% or better.
Cost: $175.00
Total Time: 5 hours
What to bring to class: unloaded firearm, external side draw holster, two unloaded magazines, 200 rounds of target ammunition, sturdy belt to secure holster, eye protection, hearing protection, appropriate range attire, boots or high traction lace up footwear, snacks and water
Click to preview course: Preview with NEW range, Click to preview 1st video, Click to preview 2nd video
Handgun Cleaning and Maintenance
In Handgun Cleaning and Maintenance (C & M), the student will be able to: Disassemble and reassemble their handgun multiple times, clean their handgun, learn the friction points, understand carbon build up and lubrication. There will be a Q & A Section at the end of the course.
Cost: $45.00
Total Time: 2 hours
What to bring to class: unloaded handgun, unloaded magazines, cleaning kit, patches, lubricant
Rifle Courses
Intro to AR
This 5-hour, hands-on course is perfect for shooters with limited or no experience on the AR‑15 platform and is taught by military veterans and certified law‑enforcement SWAT instructors. You’ll work with your own AR-style rifle to learn assembly/disassembly, functionality, safe weapon manipulation, loading/unloading, malfunction clearing, and shooting positions. After classroom instruction, we’ll move to the range to zero your rifle and practice essential shooting skills to boost your confidence and proficiency.
Cost: $150.00
Total Time: 5 hours
What to bring to class: personal AR rifle, case, two unloaded magazines any size, 60 rounds minimum of ammunition, cleaning kit and lube (available for purchase in Gun Shop), optic with tools required to adjust (unless you prefer iron sights), eye protection, hearing protection, appropriate range attire, snacks and water
Click to preview course: Preview Intro to AR
Basic Combat AR
The Basic Combat AR / M4 Platform Course is focused on improving your performance with your AR-15 / M4 weapon system. It is taught by Special Operations Instructors and SWAT Operators. It is designed to be both instructional and challenging for entry and intermediate level shooters.
This specialized training focuses on proficiency improvement, weapon manipulation, rapid target acquisition, multiple target engagement, tactical body positioning, footwork and movement.
Cost: $295.00
Total Time: 8 hours
What to bring to class: AR-15 / M4, iron sites or optic, sling, three magazines, eye protection, hearing protection, 400 rounds of ammo, appropriate range attire and footwear, bag lunch, and water
Click to preview course: Preview Basic Combat AR
Specialty Course
Stop the Bleed
Tactical Shepherd offers training on how to respond effectively in the event of a serious, life-threatening medical emergency. This Stop the Bleed certification course, developed by the American College of Surgeons, teaches students the crucial skills to control bleeding in three simple steps.
As a bonus, this course also includes CPR and AED certification from the American Safety and Health Institute, giving you comprehensive training in emergency response.
Cost: $100.00
Total Time: 3 hours
What to bring to class: water
Members Only Course
Structured Range Session (SRS)
This exclusive, members-only range session is designed for Tactical Shepherd Members who want a safe, structured, and professionally supervised range experience.
Participants will be assigned to Relay 1, Relay 2, or Relay 3, each with a designated shooting lane and a large barrel (for use as a table or barricade if desired). When your relay is called, you’ll engage targets at distances of 3, 5, 7, 10, or 15 yards. This is a self-paced session with a controlled rate of fire — for safety, no rapid-fire/mag dumps. Range Safety Officers and Instructors will be present throughout to ensure safety, provide coaching, evaluate targets, and offer feedback upon request.
Cost: $45.00 (Member promo codes are valid. Friends & Family promo codes are not valid for this course.)
- Platinum Members: 50% off = $22.50
- Gold Members: 40% off = $27.00
- Silver Members: 30% off = $31.50
- Bronze Members: 15% off = $38.50
Total Time: 2 hours
What to bring to class: Unloaded firearm, 2+ magazines that can hold 20 to 25 rounds collectively, 10 paper targets (minimum recommended), 200+ rounds (depending on rate of fire), outside-the-waistband holster, sturdy belt, hearing and eye protection, and water bottle
Important Notes
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This session is only available to active Tactical Shepherd Members.
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You must use your assigned member promo code at checkout — registration cannot be completed without it.
- We will not be entering the building, so please arrive with all required gear.
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Please purchase gear in advance. Our partner, JLowe’s Guns, is open Wednesday–Saturday, 1–6 PM.
- Be on time! We’ll meet at Tactical Shepherd and convoy to the range together.
- If you’re not yet a member but are interested in joining our Membership Program (and receiving exclusive discounts plus an Elite USCCA Membership) to participate in our Range session, please visit our Membership Page.