Gain the knowledge, skills, and certification required to legally carry a handgun in the state of Texas.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Elevate your personal safety and legal readiness with Strategic Defense Academy’s Texas License to Carry (LTC) Course—a certified program designed to equip you with the essentials of responsible handgun ownership and lawful carry.
Whether you’re a civilian, military member, or law enforcement professional, this course covers what you need to know to carry with confidence and comply with Texas law. You’ll learn critical firearm safety principles, handgun mechanics, safe storage practices, and the legal responsibilities of concealed and open carry.
The class concludes with a written exam and shooting qualification. Upon successful completion, you’ll receive the documentation required to apply for your Texas LTC.
TOPICS COVERED
- Firearm Safety: Universal safety rules, risk reduction, and handling protocols
- Safe Storage: Legal requirements, home defense considerations, and child access prevention
- Handgun Basics: Mechanics, loading, unloading, and proper shooting stance
- Basic Marksmanship: Grip, sight alignment, trigger control, and range safety
- Texas Law Overview: Use-of-force laws, self-defense statutes, and deadly force conditions
- Carrying Legally: Where you can and cannot carry, signage, and prohibited locations
- Police Interaction: What to do during traffic stops and public encounters
- Non-Violent Conflict Resolution: Avoidance, deterrence, and de-escalation
- Written Exam & Shooting Qualification: Conducted at the end of the course to certify eligibility
COURSE DETAILS
- Duration: 4–6 Hours (Classroom + Range Qualification)
- Cost: See pricing tool or contact us directly
- Certification: Official LTC training certificate (required for Texas DPS application)
- Class Size: 6–15 students
- Eligibility: Open to civilians, veterans, military, and law enforcement personnel
- Location: SDA Classroom + Range
WHAT TO BRING
- Government-issued photo ID (must be 21+ or active military 18+)
- Handgun (rental available if needed)
- 50 rounds of factory ammunition
- Eye and ear protection
- Pen, notebook, and water/snacks for class
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
- First-time or current gun owners seeking legal carry privileges
- Veterans, LEOs, and military transitioning to civilian carry
- Anyone who values safety, legal compliance, and personal protection
CARRY LEGALLY. CARRY CONFIDENTLY. COMPLETE YOUR LTC TRAINING TODAY.
Join us for the next Texas LTC Course and take the first step toward being a legally armed and informed citizen. Seats are limited—reserve your spot today.