Does this class satisfy Delaware’s Handgun Purchaser Permit (Permit-to-Purchase) training requirement?

Yes. Completing this full-day course provides the required training for the Handgun Purchaser Permit (Permit-to-Purchase) in Delaware. You will receive a certificate suitable for submission with your permit application.

Is this the same training I need for a Delaware CCDW permit?

Yes. This course satisfies the classroom and live-fire training requirements for the Delaware CCDW permit. You’ll be fully prepared to submit your application and qualify.

Do I need my own handgun to take the course?

No. Rental firearms are available if you do not own one. You will need magazines, ammunition, eye/ear protection, and a suitable holster, but we can provide loaner equipment as needed.

How many rounds do I have to shoot for the live-fire requirement?

You are required to fire at least 100 rounds of live ammunition as part of the course. This ensures you meet both CCDW and Handgun Purchaser Permit (Permit-to-Purchase) requirements.

Do I have to complete fingerprinting and the state application during the class?

No. The class provides the training certificate only. Fingerprinting, photo submission, and online permit application must be completed separately through the Delaware State Police and IdentoGO.

Do I need prior firearms experience?

No. While basic firearms familiarity is recommended, this course is designed to bring beginners up to the necessary standard. Inexperienced shooters are encouraged to take a basic handgun course beforehand, but it is not required.

Can I take this class before I even apply for the permit?

Absolutely. In fact, you must complete a certified firearms training course before you submit your Handgun Purchaser Permit or CCDW application. Completing training first ensures your application will meet state requirements.

Are law-enforcement and retired LEOs exempt from the purchaser permit?

Yes. Active and retired law-enforcement personnel are generally exempt from the Handgun Purchaser Permit (Permit-to-Purchase) requirement. This course is primarily intended for the general public seeking compliance.

I already have a Delaware CCDW permit. Do I still need a Handgun Purchaser Permit (Permit-to-Purchase)?

No. If you already hold a valid Delaware CCDW permit, you are exempt from the Handgun Purchaser Permit requirement and do not need to take additional training to purchase a handgun.

CLASS DESCRIPTION

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Marino Tactical Training, Inc.

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WE ALWAYS GIVE DISCOUNTS TO MILITARY VETERANS, FIRST RESPONDERS, TEACHERS, AND GROUPS OF 5 OR MORE THAT ATTEND THE SAME CLASS. CALL FOR DETAILS!

DELAWARE CONCEALED CARRY/PERMIT TO PURCHASE COURSE- $125!

This full-day course is designed for those interested in obtaining a Delaware Concealed Deadly Weapon (CCDW) permit — and now also to satisfy the training requirement for Delaware’s Handgun Qualified Purchaser (permit-to-purchase). The course certificate you receive on successful completion will meet the State Bureau of Identification (SBI) training requirement that must be uploaded when applying for a purchaser permit. (You will still need to complete fingerprinting/photo and the online permit application with the State — see details below.) Delaware State Police+1

This course is valid for the Delaware resident permit as well as Florida, Virginia, Arizona, and some other states’ non-resident permits (not valid for Utah). The class is open to persons 18 years of age or older who are of good moral character and intend to apply for a concealed carry permit. Students should already have a basic understanding of firearm safety, function, and use. Inexperienced shooters are encouraged to complete a basic handgun course beforehand, although it is not mandated.

Classroom instruction (required topics per Delaware law and SBI guidelines):

Knowledge, safe handling, and secure storage of firearms and ammunition, including child safety.
Safe shooting fundamentals and live-fire safety protocols.
Ways to develop and maintain shooting skills.
Federal and Delaware state laws concerning lawful purchase, ownership, transport, possession, and use of firearms, including Delaware law on use of deadly force.
Techniques for avoiding criminal attack, conflict resolution, and managing a violent confrontation.
Suicide prevention and related safety considerations.

Range / live-fire (on-site):
We conduct live-fire exercises that put classroom fundamentals into practical use. Per Delaware’s Permit-to-Purchase requirements, approved courses include live-fire shooting with a minimum expenditure of 100 rounds; our range work is designed to meet that standard. You will practice safe and effective draw, handling, re-holstering, and scenario drills used by law enforcement and military trainers.

Additional expert instruction:

Tips for correctly filing your CCDW or purchaser permit application (what to upload, how to avoid common mistakes).
Basic handgun nomenclature and function for semi-automatics and revolvers.
Concealment methods & options, with hands-on demonstrations of holsters, cover garments, and equipment (loaner holsters available).
Dry-fire and manipulation drills to improve handling and efficiency.
Resources for staying current on reciprocity and carry law changes.
How to develop a tactical mindset: train for prevention and legal, safe response.

Certification & next steps

Upon successful completion, you will receive a signed Firearms Training Course Certification Form suitable for upload to the Delaware Permit-to-Purchase portal and for submission with your CCDW application. This course is taught to meet SBI/DSP training guidelines for the purchaser permit.

What this class does NOT include: fingerprinting/photo (IdentoGO appointment), the State’s background check, or the online permit application — those are separate steps handled by the State Bureau of Identification and Delaware State Police. You will be guided on how to complete those steps, but they are not processed during class.

Required equipment:
Appropriate handgun (no firearms permitted in the classroom) — rental guns available if you do not own one.
2 magazines or speed loader
Appropriate holster (loaners available)
100 rounds of target ammunition (minimum; required to satisfy live-fire portion)
Eye & ear protection (loaners available)
Range-appropriate clothing (no suits, skirts, sandals, or heels)
Boots or over-the-ankle shoes recommended; sturdy belt; cover garment (button shirt, vest, or light jacket)

Course fee does not include the State application fee for any permit, nor fingerprinting costs.

UTAH CONCEALED FIREARMS PERMIT COURSE - $75

This half-day course is designed for those interested in obtaining a Utah Concealed Firearms Permit. The Utah permit has more reciprocity than any other State, and allows the permit holder to legally carry in approximately 36 States! The class is open to persons 21 years of age or older, who are of good moral character and intend to apply for a Utah CFP

This course is recognized by the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification(BCI) and meets all requirements to obtain the Utah CFP. Students will receive classroom instruction in many areas, all of which are mandated by Utah State law. Additionally, students will be fingerprinted and receive a passport-style photo, both of which need to be included in the application packet. Essentially, this class includes it all! You will leave ready to file your Utah application.

Please note: If you live in a State that has reciprocity with Utah, BCI requires that you obtain your home State permit prior to applying for Utah. For example, since Delaware and Utah have reciprocity, a Delaware resident must obtain a Delaware permit prior to applying for the Utah permit. If you don't have one yet, you can still take the class, which is valid for 1 year.

MARYLAND WEAR AND CARRY - $125 per class (2 classes required)

Maryland requires that applicants receive 16 hours of firearms training in order to qualify for the Wear and Carry Permit. Our DE CCDW class meets the first 8 hours of this requirement. DE CCDW training received by any other trainer is not valid, since we cannot verify their classes meet our requirements. Feel free to call us if you have questions.

This full-day course is designed for those interested in obtaining a Maryland Wear and Carry permit. The class is open to persons 18 years of age or older, who are of good moral character and intend to apply for a wear and carry permit. Students should already have completed or registered for our DE class.

This course is divided into 2 parts. First, students will receive classroom instruction regarding the following elements, all of which are required by MD State law:
-Review of Knowledge, safe handling and storage of firearms and ammunition, safe firearms shooting fundamentals, and ways to develop and maintain shooting skills
-Federal and State laws pertaining to the lawful purchase, ownership, transportation, use, and possession of firearms
-State laws pertaining to the use of deadly force for self-defense

Additionally, you will receive expert instruction regarding:
-Tips for filing your MD application
-Basic handgun nomenclature and function, for semi-automatic and revolvers
-Concealment methods & options, including hands-on demonstrations of various holsters, cover garments, equipment, etc.
-Techniques for improving weapon handling and efficiency (dummy gun and "dry-fire" exercises)
-Resources for staying current on concealed carry and reciprocity laws
-Most importantly, you will learn how to develop a tactical mindset and to always "train for the fight."

We will then utilize our on-site live fire range, where you will learn to implement the fundamentals and drills learned during the classroom portion. This class requires a qualification course, which must be passed to meet Maryland standards.
The Maryland HQL is included with this class at no additional charge for any MD resident who needs it.

Required equipment
-Appropriate handgun*- no firearms are permitted in the classroom
-2 magazines or speed loader
-Appropriate holster (loaners available)
-100 rounds of target ammunition
-Eye/Ear protection (loaners available)
-Range appropriate dress (no suits and ties, skirts, etc)
-Boots or over-the-ankle shoes are suggested (no sandals or heels)
-Sturdy belt
-Cover garment, i.e., button-down shirt, vest, or light jacket

*For students who do not possess a handgun, rental guns are available.
**Course fee does not include the application fee for any State

NJ CONCEALED CARRY PERMIT COURSE - $75

This half-day course is designed for those interested in obtaining a New Jersey Concealed Carry permit. The class is open to persons 18 years of age or older who are of good moral character and intend to apply for a NJ concealed carry permit. Students should already have a basic understanding of firearms safety, functionality, and use. Inexperienced shooters are encouraged to complete the basic handgun course beforehand; however, it is not mandated.

This course is divided into 2 parts. First, students will receive classroom instruction regarding the following elements:
-Knowledge, safe handling, and storage of firearms and ammunition, including child safety
-Safe firearms shooting fundamentals
-Ways to develop and maintain shooting skills
-Federal and State laws pertaining to the lawful purchase, ownership, transportation, use, and possession of firearms
-State laws pertaining to the use of deadly force for self-defense
-Techniques for avoiding a criminal attack and how to manage a violent confrontation, including conflict resolution

Additionally, you will receive expert instruction regarding:
-Tips for filing your application
-Basic handgun nomenclature and function, for semi-automatic and revolvers
-Concealment methods & options, including hands-on demonstrations of various holsters, cover garments, equipment, etc.
-Techniques for improving weapon handling and efficiency (dummy gun and "dry-fire" exercises)
-Resources for staying current on concealed carry and reciprocity laws
-Most importantly, you will learn how to develop a tactical mindset and to always "train for the fight"

We will then head to our on-site live fire range, where you will learn to implement the fundamentals and drills learned during the classroom portion. Per New Jersey requirements- You must qualify to NJ standards WITH THE FIREARM(S) YOU INTEND TO CARRY

Required equipment
-Appropriate handgun that you intend to carry*- no firearms are permitted in the classroom
-2 magazines or speed loader
-Appropriate holster (loaners available)
-100 rounds of target ammunition
-Eye/Ear protection (loaners available)
-Range appropriate dress (no suits and ties, skirts, etc)
-Boots or over-the-ankle shoes are suggested (no sandals or heels)
-Sturdy belt
-Cover garment, i.e., button-down shirt, vest, or light jacket

**Course fee does not include the application fee for any State

ADVANCED CCDW TACTICS COURSE -LIMIT 10 STUDENTS-$225

$25 off if you received your initial CCDW training with us!

This full-day course is available for those who currently hold a valid CCDW permit. All students must be proficient in the use, function, and safe handling of firearms. The course begins with a classroom introduction to numerous methods and tactics applicable to the justified use of deadly force for the defense of self and others. We will also discuss the legal ramifications of self-defense shootings and best practices for handling the event, both on scene and afterwards. After the classroom discussion, we will head to the live fire range to implement these drills. Students will learn many important skills such as close quarters fighting, advanced reloading and malfunction clearing, weapon retention, movement scenarios, and countless others. This class is intense, high-speed training, and should only be attended by students in good physical condition, who are willing to get dirty and break a sweat. Class includes the use of reactive steel targets and hands-on training, so be prepared!

Required equipment
-Appropriate handgun- no firearms are permitted in the classroom
-2 magazines or speed loader
-200 rounds of target ammunition
-Appropriate concealed carry holster for both handgun and spare magazine/speed loader
-Eye/ear protection
-Baseball-style cap or brimmed hat
-Range appropriate dress, including sturdy holster

NRA BASIC HANDGUN COURSE
This course is perfect for new shooters or for those who need familiarization with the basic function and use of handguns. We begin with classroom instruction regarding basic handgun nomenclature and familiarization, and the fundamentals of handgun shooting. We'll discuss knowledge and safe handling of firearms and ammunition, including child safety, as well as ways to develop and maintain safe shooting skills. In a safe, controlled environment, each student will be given the opportunity to handle various firearms, having their function and features explained in depth. Once all students are comfortable, we then proceed to a nearby live fire range where students will implement the skills learned. The range exercises are completed at the student's own pace, to ensure comfort and safety. Upon completion of this course, the student will have a thorough understanding of handgun use and function and will be comfortable with the safe operation of firearms. An NRA Basic Pistol Certificate will be issued to each student.

Required equipment
-Handgun*, either revolver or semi-automatic- all students must check their unloaded weapons in with the instructor at the beginning of class
-Spare magazine or speed loader
-100 rounds of target ammunition
-Eye/Ear protection (loaners available)
-Range appropriate dress

NRA BASIC SHOTGUN COURSE
This course is perfect for new shooters or for those who need familiarization with the basic function and use of shotguns. We begin with classroom instruction regarding basic shotgun nomenclature and familiarization, and the fundamentals of shotgun shooting. We'll discuss knowledge and safe handling of firearms and ammunition, including child safety, as well as ways to develop and maintain safe shooting skills. In a safe, controlled environment, each student will be given the opportunity to handle various firearms, having their function and features explained in depth. Once all students are comfortable, we then proceed to a nearby live fire range where students will implement the skills learned. The range exercises are completed at the student's own pace, to ensure comfort and safety. Upon completion of this course, the student will have a thorough understanding of shotgun use and function and will be comfortable with the safe operation of firearms. An NRA Basic Shotgun Certificate will be issued to each student.

Required equipment
-Shotgun- all students must check their unloaded weapons in with the instructor at the beginning of class
-Spare magazine or speed loader
-50 rounds of birdshot or target loads
-Eye/Ear protection (loaners available)

-Range appropriate dress

NRA BASIC RIFLE COURSE

This course is perfect for new shooters or for those who need familiarization with the basic function and use of rifles. We begin with classroom instruction regarding basic rifle nomenclature and familiarization, and the fundamentals of rifle shooting. We'll discuss knowledge and safe handling of firearms and ammunition, including child safety, as well as ways to develop and maintain safe shooting skills. In a safe, controlled environment, each student will be given the opportunity to handle various firearms, having their function and features explained in depth. Once all students are comfortable, we then proceed to a nearby live fire range where students will implement the skills learned. The range exercises are completed at the student's own pace, to ensure comfort and safety. Upon completion of this course, the student will have a thorough understanding of handgun use and function and will be comfortable with the safe operation of firearms. An NRA Basic Rifle Certificate will be issued to each student.

Required equipment

-Appropriate rifles will be provided for student use
-100 rounds of .22 Long Rifle target ammunition
-Eye/Ear protection (loaners available)
-Range appropriate dress

​​​​​​​Marino Tactical Training, Inc.

This page is a description of the classes we offer. If you would like to see the dates our classes are being held, click here.

Marino Tactical Training, Inc.