CCW Certification Courses for El Dorado County
DOJ-approved concealed carry training at Hangtown Range in Placerville
Get Your CCW Permit in El Dorado County
Obtaining a California Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) permit starts with completing a certified training course. Hangtown Range & Retail Sales in Placerville offers DOJ-approved CCW certification courses that meet all requirements set by the El Dorado County Sheriff's Office.
Our experienced instructors guide you through California firearms law, use-of-force principles, safe handling techniques, and live-fire qualification on our indoor range. Whether you are applying for your initial CCW permit or renewing an existing one, we provide the training you need to complete the process with confidence.
El Dorado County is a shall-issue county under California's updated CCW framework, and the Sheriff's Office has been actively processing applications. Completing your training at a local, trusted facility like Hangtown Range streamlines the process.
View CCW Course DetailsThe El Dorado County CCW Process
Follow these four steps to obtain your California concealed carry permit through the El Dorado County Sheriff's Office.
Complete CCW Training
Enroll in a DOJ-approved 16-hour CCW certification course at Hangtown Range. The course covers California firearms law, use of force, safe handling, and live-fire qualification.
Apply to the Sheriff
Submit your CCW application to the El Dorado County Sheriff's Office along with your training certificate, completed application forms, and required fees.
Background Check
The Sheriff's Office conducts a thorough background investigation through the California DOJ and FBI. This process typically takes 60 to 90 days.
Permit Issued
Once approved, you will receive your California CCW permit, valid for two years. You must complete a renewal course before each renewal period.
What Our CCW Course Covers
Classroom Instruction
- California firearms law and legal use of force
- Concealed carry responsibilities and ethics
- Safe firearm handling, storage, and transport
- Situational awareness and conflict avoidance
- Interaction with law enforcement while carrying
Live-Fire Qualification
- Marksmanship drills at multiple distances
- Timed shooting exercises under DOJ standards
- Safe draw and holster techniques
- Malfunction clearing and reload procedures
- Qualification scored per California DOJ requirements
Visit Us
1540 Broadway
Placerville, CA 95667
Range: (530) 497-5443
Retail: (530) 621-4500
Hours
Wednesday - Saturday: 10am - 6pm
Sunday: 10am - 5pm
Monday & Tuesday: Closed
Driving Directions
From El Dorado Hills (~20 minutes)
Take US-50 East to Placerville. Exit at Schnell School Road and head north on Broadway to 1540 Broadway.
From Cameron Park (~15 minutes)
Take US-50 East toward Placerville. Exit at Schnell School Road and continue north on Broadway.
From Folsom (~30 minutes)
Head east on US-50 through El Dorado Hills and Cameron Park. Exit at Schnell School Road in Placerville and turn north on Broadway.
From Shingle Springs (~10 minutes)
Take US-50 West or Ponderosa Road into Placerville. Head to Broadway and continue to 1540 Broadway.