Tier 3 · Expand Your Options
Knowledge. Skill. Responsibility.
Firearms are not the right choice for everyone, and they are never the only option. For those who choose to explore them, these modules build safe handling skills, responsible decision-making, and an understanding of the responsibilities that come with firearm ownership and carry.
Either course stands on its own for participants who meet its experience requirements. Basic Handgun Fundamentals is designed for new and developing shooters, while Permit to Carry is intended for participants who already have basic handgun-handling experience.
New to Handguns? Module 5 Comes First.
For participant safety and to ensure everyone is prepared for the live-fire qualification, anyone with no prior handgun-handling experience must complete Basic Handgun Fundamentals before participating in Creating Equality’s Minnesota Permit to Carry course.
If you have some experience but are uncertain whether you are ready, contact us before registering and we’ll help you choose the appropriate starting point.
Training Designed for All People
Training is meant to be approachable, practical, and adaptable to different bodies, abilities, comfort levels, and prior experience. Skills are explained before they are practiced, questions are always welcome, and no one is expected to prove their toughness.
We are committed to meeting each participant where they are and working with them to support comfortable, meaningful participation; whatever their physical, cognitive, emotional, or accessibility needs may be.
These modules may be offered through:
- Public classes and workshops
- Private and family training
- Workplace and community group programs
- Women only private or group sessions by request
Choose a Class or Build a Program
Take an individual class, combine related subjects, or build a customized preparedness program for yourself, your family, friends, workplace, or organization.
