TN/MS Dept. of Safety Enhanced Concealed Carry Course

Duration: 8 Hours (Classroom + Live Fire)

Audience: Tennessee residents seeking legal handgun carry privileges

Cost: $115

Required: Pre-registration with TN Department of Safety & Homeland Security

Course Overview

This official Tennessee Handgun Safety Course fulfills all requirements for the **Enhanced Handgun Carry Permit**, which allows individuals to carry a handgun **open or concealed** in Tennessee and in **36+ reciprocal states**. Completion of this course is required before filing a permit application with the state.

The class includes both classroom instruction and live-fire qualification, covering handgun safety, legal responsibilities, and shooting fundamentals.

What You’ll Learn
– Cleaning and storage procedure
– Tennessee self-defense laws and legal liabilities
– Where handguns may and may not be carried
– Fundamentals of marksmanship and shooting technique
– Permit application process and fee structure

Range Qualification
– 50 rounds fired from 3 distances: 3 yards, 5 yards, and 7 yards
– No warm-up or practice rounds—students must arrive prepared
– Minimum passing score: 70% on both written and shooting tests

Permit Application Process

Before attending class, students must: 

1. **Pre-register** with the TN Department of Safety & Homeland Security
2. Obtain an **Application Number** (required for class enrollment)
3. Bring a **valid TN driver’s license** and **government-issued ID** to class

[Apply for a Permit]  https://dl.safety.tn.gov/_/#1  (State of Tennessee)

Included Materials

– State-approved classroom curriculum and slides

– Written exam and range qualification

Cancellation Policy: Class payments are NON-REFUNDABLE. Students can reschedule class if necessary by email.