8-Hour California CCW Renewal Training | LASD, LAPD & SoCal

8-Hour California CCW Renewal Training

LASD • LAPD • San Bernardino • Riverside • Surrounding Agencies

First Responder Owned • Law Enforcement Instructors • Professional CCW Training

Renew your California Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) permit with Medic Up Consulting.

Our one-day, 8-hour CCW renewal course combines live-fire firearm qualification, California CCW legal updates, defensive shooting skill refinement, responsible concealed-carry instruction, and emergency medical training.

Stay compliant. Stay prepared. Renew before your permit expires.

Your Renewal Course Includes

✓ Complete 8-hour California CCW renewal training
✓ Live-fire firearm qualification
✓ Qualify with up to 3 eligible firearms
✓ No additional qualification fee for additional listed firearms during the course
✓ California CCW legal updates
✓ Defensive shooting skill refinement
✓ Responsible concealed-carry review
✓ Stop the Bleed and emergency medical concepts
✓ Training documentation upon successful completion
✓ Active-duty and retired law enforcement instructors

Is This the Right CCW Course for Me?

Already Have a California CCW and Need to Renew?

Yes. This is Medic Up’s complete 8-hour California CCW Renewal Course for eligible current permit holders.

Medic Up provides CCW renewal training for eligible permit holders from:

LASD — Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department
LAPD — Los Angeles Police Department
San Bernardino County
Riverside County
Participating surrounding California agencies

Always follow the current renewal instructions provided by your issuing agency.

Applying for Your First CCW?

This is not the course for you.

New CCW applicants generally need our 16-Hour California Initial CCW Training.

Check Your CCW Renewal Eligibility

Not Sure If It’s Time to Renew?

Check before you register.

Use Medic Up’s CCW Renewal Eligibility Checker to help determine whether you’re within your applicable renewal window.

CHECK MY CCW RENEWAL ELIGIBILITY →⁠

Enter your current CCW expiration date and follow the results provided by the eligibility checker.

If your renewal window hasn’t opened yet, you can request a reminder so you don’t have to remember when it’s time to begin.

Don’t wait until your permit expires. Check your eligibility and start the renewal process at the appropriate time.

Why Renew With Medic Up?

Medic Up Consulting is first-responder owned, and our CCW instructor cadre includes active-duty and retired law enforcement professionals.

Renewal training shouldn’t simply mean firing a qualification and receiving another certificate.

Our renewal students receive professional firearms coaching, shooting-skill refinement, California legal updates, defensive decision-making concepts, responsible concealed-carry instruction, and emergency medical training.

More Than a Renewal Certificate

✓ Professional firearms coaching
✓ Law enforcement instructors
✓ Individual shooting feedback
✓ California CCW legal updates
✓ Defensive shooting skill refinement
✓ Responsible-carry reinforcement
✓ Emergency medical instruction
✓ Structured, safety-focused training

Our goal is to help you leave safer, sharper, and better prepared than when you arrived.

Your One-Day CCW Renewal Course

Live Fire + Required Instruction

Burro Canyon Shooting Park
22100 E Fork Rd
Azusa, CA

Typical Training Day

Approximately 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM, unless otherwise stated in your class instructions.

Your renewal training includes:

✓ Firearm safety and inspection
✓ Safe firearm handling and manipulation
✓ Shooting fundamentals review
✓ Drawing safely from the holster
✓ Defensive shooting skill refinement
✓ Individual firearms coaching
✓ Required live-fire qualification
✓ Qualification with each firearm being listed on your permit
✓ California CCW legal updates
✓ Mental Health
✓ Defensive decision-making concepts
✓ Stop the Bleed and emergency medical concepts

Upon successful completion of the required training and firearm qualification, students receive their applicable renewal training documentation.

What Do I Need to Bring?

Firearms

Bring up to 3 eligible handguns you intend to have listed on your renewed CCW.

Each firearm must meet the requirements of your issuing agency and applicable California ownership and registration requirements.

Holsters

Bring a quality, firearm-specific holster that allows safe drawing and reholstering.

We recommend quality Kydex IWB or OWB holsters.

SERPA-style holsters are not permitted.

Bring an appropriate holster for each firearm you intend to use.

Magazines

We recommend 3 magazines for your primary firearm.

Two magazines can generally be workable, but three are recommended for the best training experience.

Ammunition

Plan on approximately:

Primary firearm — 200 rounds
Each additional firearm — 50 rounds

Brass ammunition is required. No steel-core ammunition.

Personal Equipment

Bring:

✓ Eye protection
✓ Ear protection
✓ Closed-toe shoes
✓ Hat
✓ Water
✓ Sunscreen
✓ Weather-appropriate clothing

Need Help With Equipment?

If you’re unsure whether your firearm, holster, magazines, ammunition, or other equipment is appropriate, contact Medic Up before class.

We would rather help you get properly prepared before you arrive.

California CCW Renewal Frequently Asked Questions

Is this the complete 8-hour California CCW renewal course?

Yes. This is Medic Up’s complete 8-hour California CCW renewal training program for eligible permit holders.

The course includes required instruction and live-fire firearm qualification.

Does Medic Up provide LASD CCW renewal training?

Yes. Medic Up provides CCW renewal training for Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department permit holders.

LASD applicants should follow the current renewal instructions provided by the LASD CCW Unit and their Permitium application.

Does Medic Up provide LAPD CCW renewal training?

Yes. Medic Up provides CCW renewal training for Los Angeles Police Department permit holders.

LAPD applicants should follow the current renewal instructions provided by the LAPD CCW Unit and their Permitium application.

When should I start my CCW renewal?

Do not wait until your permit expires.

Renewal timelines are governed by California law and your issuing agency’s current procedures.

Use Medic Up’s CCW Renewal Eligibility Checker if you’re unsure whether it’s time to begin:

CHECK MY RENEWAL ELIGIBILITY →⁠

What happens if my CCW expires before I renew?

Missing the applicable renewal deadline can affect your ability to continue as a renewal applicant and may require additional steps or a new application, depending on the circumstances and issuing agency.

Begin your renewal process early and follow the current instructions provided by your issuing agency.

How many firearms can I qualify with?

You may qualify with up to 3 eligible firearms during your Medic Up renewal course.

There is no additional Medic Up qualification fee for additional listed firearms during this course.

Do I have to qualify with every firearm?

Yes. You must successfully qualify with each firearm you intend to have listed on your renewed CCW, subject to your issuing agency’s requirements.

Can I add a new firearm during my renewal?

Yes, renewal can be an appropriate time to qualify with a firearm you want listed on your renewed permit.

The exact procedure depends on your issuing agency. Follow the current firearm and renewal instructions provided by LASD, LAPD, or your respective issuing agency.

Does my firearm have to be registered to me?

Firearms being listed on your CCW must meet applicable California ownership and registration requirements and the requirements of your issuing agency.

Make sure the make, model, caliber, and serial number information for each firearm is accurate.

Can I use a red-dot optic?

Yes. Red-dot-equipped pistols may be used during Medic Up training provided the firearm and optic are safe and compliant with applicable requirements.

Your optic should be securely mounted and properly zeroed before class.

Can I use a weapon-mounted light?

Yes. Weapon-mounted lights are permitted during Medic Up training provided the firearm and equipment can be safely operated.

Adding a weapon-mounted light by itself does not require a separate Medic Up firearm qualification.

What kind of holster do I need?

Bring a quality, firearm-specific holster suitable for safe drawing and reholstering.

Quality Kydex IWB and OWB holsters are recommended.

SERPA-style holsters are not permitted.

I’m not confident with my firearm. Can I still take the renewal course?

Our instructors provide firearms coaching and skill refinement throughout the live-fire portion of training.

However, renewal students should already be capable of safely operating their firearms and following all range commands.

If you’re concerned about your current skill level, contact Medic Up before your class so we can help determine whether additional training would benefit you.

How much ammunition should I bring?

Bring approximately 200 rounds for your primary firearm and 50 rounds for each additional firearm.

Brass ammunition is required. No steel-core ammunition.

Where is the CCW renewal course held?

Medic Up’s CCW renewal training is conducted at:

Burro Canyon Shooting Park
22100 E Fork Rd
Azusa, CA

Registered students receive complete reporting instructions before class.

When will I receive my renewal training documentation?

Your applicable training documentation is issued after you successfully complete the required instruction and firearm qualification.

Follow your issuing agency’s current instructions for submitting or uploading your completed renewal documents.

Add Multi-State Carry Options

Already completing your California CCW renewal?

You can add non-resident permit training to expand your lawful carry options when traveling outside California.

Arizona Non-Resident CCW Add-On — $95

Add the Arizona non-resident CCW certificate option to your California renewal training.

No additional range qualification is required when bundled with this course.

Utah + Arizona Multi-State Upgrade — $195

Best Value

✓ Utah Non-Resident CCW Training
✓ Arizona CCW certificate included
✓ Fingerprints included
✓ Application assistance
✓ No additional range qualification

Utah training is completed on a separate classroom date.

Important: Firearm laws, reciprocity, and permit recognition vary by state and are subject to change. Always verify current laws and permit recognition before carrying outside California.

After Your CCW Renewal

Renewing your CCW keeps your training current, but preparation continues after class.

Medic Up students can also learn about Firearms Legal Protection (FLP) and legal protection options available to responsible firearm owners following a defensive incident.

Important Registration & Safety Policies

Refund Policy

No refunds after 5 days from purchase.

Rescheduling

Students who miss their scheduled training date are subject to an $85 rescheduling fee and class availability.

Arrive on Time

Do not arrive late.

The firearm safety briefing is a required part of training.

Students who arrive after the required safety briefing has been completed may not be permitted to participate and may be required to reschedule.

Range Safety

All students must follow Medic Up instructor commands and range safety procedures at all times.

Unsafe firearm handling or failure to follow instructor commands may result in removal from training.

Ready to Renew Your California CCW?

Select Your Renewal Date Above to Register

Your registration includes the complete 8-hour California CCW renewal course and qualification with up to three eligible firearms.

CHECK MY CCW RENEWAL ELIGIBILITY →⁠

Medic Up Consulting

First Responder Owned
Law Enforcement Instructors
Professional California CCW Training

Stay Compliant. Stay Prepared.