This is the required course to obtain your New York State Pistol Permit.
Requirements to obtain a pistol permit in many NY counties have, for many years, included successfully completing a pistol safety class in advance of applying.
The Albany County Pistol Club has been hosting pistol permit classes for over 15 years. Presented in cooperation with ArmsWise, LLC, a Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder, this class is conducted over two days. Each day runs from 8:00AM to 5:00PM.
Click any of the following 2025 class dates to register for an upcoming class on the Eventbrite site - reserve a seat and pay for your class here:
Albany Pistol Club Location
June 7th & 8th / Aug 2nd & 3rd / Oct 4th & 5th / Dec 6th & 7th
The May 3rd and 4th will be held at North Troy Stage Rod & Gun Club 165 Cushman Road, Melrose, NY 12121
Class Details:
This course exceeds all requirements as detailed in the NY State Police curriculum. It is taught by Duly Authorized Instructors and your completion certificate is legally valid in any NYS jurisdiction.
As per NY law concealed carry firearm safety training must include 16 hours of in-person live classroom instruction and 2 hours of live fire. The course is conducted over two days. Each day runs from 8:00AM to 5:00PM.
Topics include:- Firearms safety and safe handling practices
- Firearm and ammunition function and operation
- Cleaning and maintenance
- Range safety
- Holster and accessory considerations
- Concealed carry considerations
- Safe storage and transportation requirements
- State and federal gun laws
- Situational awareness and concealed carry
- Conflict de-escalation and management
- Effects of drugs and alcohol
- Proper interaction with law enforcement
- Sensitive and Restricted areas
- Use of deadly force and duty to retreat / NY Article 35
- Suicide prevention / recognizing the signs
- Principles of marksmanship
- Fundamentals of shooting
- Dry fire and live fire exercises (firearm, ammunition, eye and ear protection will be provided)
- Written test
- Live Fire Assessment and Qualification
Tuition & Fees
The class is $275. There are no other fees. All equipment for the 'live fire' curriculum is provided and included in your basic tuition of $275.
Tuition must be paid in advance online using the "Eventbrite" link below. Seating is limited. Register now to secure your place in the class.
- Notebook, pen
- Lunch / snacks / beverages to last the day
- Comfortable footwear
- Open minded, attentive attitude
Click any of the following 2025 class dates to register for an upcoming class on the Eventbrite site - reserve a seat and pay for your class here: April 5th and 6th / June 7th & 8th / Aug 2nd & 3rd / Oct 4th & 5th / Dec 6th & 7th