ONLINE COURSE
$45
Best for: Online Class Only
- ✔ Can be taken by ANYONE, ANYWHERE
- ✔ 4-Hour self-paced course
- ✔ Instant certificate download
- ✔ Phone, tablet, desktop friendly
Official Texas License to Carry Online Course
- 1Complete Online LTC Course
- 2Pass Shooting Proficiency Test
- 3Apply for Your LTC With Texas DPS
$45
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✔ Instant LTC-104 Certificate
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COURSE + TEST
$75
Best for: Complete LTC Training
- ✔ Online Class + Houston test
- ✔ Targets + Safety Gear Included
- ✔ Step-by-step Test Day Guidance
BEGINNER PACKAGE
$139
Best for: New Shooters
- ✔ Online Class + Test
- ✔ Hands-on Beginner Training
- ✔ Confidence-Building Instruction
SHOOTING TEST ONLY
$35
Best for: Already Took Class
- ✔ 50-round Proficiency Test
- ✔ Works Before or After Course
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I am certified under Texas GC 411.188 and GC 411.190 to administer the LTC Online Course
(classroom instruction only).
Looking for an LTC Instructor for the Proficiency Demonstration?
Private proficiency demonstration sessions are now available directly through us in the Houston area. Please click below for more information and to schedule.
This includes the range instruction and shooting qualification needed to get your License to Carry.
How To Get Your Texas License To Carry
Three Simple Steps. Works On Any Device And Saves Your Progress.
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Schedule Your Houston Indoor Range Session.
- Instructor Signs Your Certificate
- Bring Handgun & Ammunition (Rentals Available)
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About the Course
About the Course
- TEXAS DPS APPROVED
- SELF PACED COURSE ONLY 4 HOURS LONG
- WORKS ON ANY DEVICE WITH INTERNET
- SAVE PROGRESS and RESUME ON YOUR SCHEDULE.
- EASY 25 QUESTION TEST AT END OF COURSE.
- INSTANTLY DOWNLOAD CERTIFICATE
Texas License To Carry
Reciprocity Map
TEXAS RESIDENT LTC HOLDERS CAN LEGALLY CARRY IN ALL BLUE STATES SHOWN ABOVE!
What does the Online LTC Class cover?
The Official DPS Approved Curriculum.
Module 1
Laws Related to the Use of Force & Deadly Force
- Use of Force Laws
- Self Defense & Stand Your Ground
- Castle Doctrine and Defending Property
Module 2
Handgun Use & Safety
- Basic safety principles, handling, storage, and transportation
- Master shooting methods and acquire fundamental shooting abilities
- Encourage responsible ownership and safe firearm handling
Module 3
Non-Violent Dispute Resolution
- De-escalation methods to defuse tense situations
- Resolve conflicts through peaceful means
- Apply skills at home, work, and in public spaces
Module 4
Proper & Safe Storage of Handgun
- Techniques for appropriately storing your firearm
- Consequences when a child gains access to a firearm
- Importance of secure storage, especially with children
Module 5
Complete The Live Shooting Portion
- Meet an LTC Instructor in person in your area
- Range instruction + 50-round shooting proficiency test
- Instructor completes Part B & Part C of your certificate
- Training complete — you’re ready to apply
Common Questions
Yes. New Texas Law allows for the 4hour Classroom Instruction Portion of the License to Carry training be made available online.
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I am certified under Texas GC 411.188 and GC 411.190 to administer the LTC Online Course (classroom instruction only)
Each student is still required to meet with a local LTC Certified Instructor for the shooting proficiency.
Texas used to call their handgun license a Concealed Handgun License (CHL) but it was replaced with the License to Carry (LTC) which allows for Concealed and Open Carry
You will schedule a day/time to meet with a Certified LTC Instructor in your area at a local gun range. Our locator does not include all LTC Instructors. If you cannot find one here, just do a google search for “local LTC Instructor”.
CLICK HERE FOR INSTRUCTOR LOCATOR
For the Shooting Qualification, you will need:
- 1 Handgun
- 50 Rounds of ammunition
- Ear and Eye Protection
YES, new law allows for persons 18 and older to take the class and obtain their License to Carry.
No. Texas will issue a Texas LTC (License to Carry) to ANYONE who has a valid drivers license or state ID issued by any one of the 50 States AND meets their requirements. It’s very easy to get a License to Carry in Texas.
Once you submit your online application , the department will make every effort to issue your Texas License to Carry within 60 days. This may very depending on how busy they are. If there are any issues with your application. the department will notify you by mail. If you would like to call them to check the status of you application, you may reach them at 1-512-424-7293
IDENTOGO. You must submit your Online LTC application before scheduling your fingerprint appointment. Unscheduled walk-in service is NOT available. To schedule an appointment at a time and location convenient to you, click link below. Use code: 119Q91
Works On Any Device With Internet
Including Laptops, Tablets, And Smartphones. Access Your Class From Multiple Devices At Any Time.
- Start, Pause, And Resume On Any Device
- Looks Great On Phones (iOS & Android)
- Laptop & Tablet Friendly, Day Or Night
- Progress Automatically Saves As You Go
