Concealed Handgun License
(Texas CHL) Classes

One-Stop
All-in-one-day CHL classes

  • New license applicants, $120/person at the door, $110/person pre-paid
  • Renewals, $80/person at the door, $70/person pre-paid
  • Family member or group discounts available (pre-paid students only, no discounts at the door)
  • Class fee includes Notary, Photos, & Fingerprints on-site
  • Gift Certificates Available!

Scroll down for course location map.

Best way to reach me is email:
instructor@chl-tx.com

Maximum of 16 Students per class
(some classes may have different limit)
Click here for Policies Page

Please scroll down for schedule information...

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-- Washington Post 1/7/92

"Banning guns is an idea whose time has come."
-- U.S. Senator Joseph Biden, 11/18/93, Associated Press interview

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Texas Certified CHL Instructor in Plano, TX

Texas Certified
Concealed Handgun License Instructor
Certificate #01528065

Next scheduled class is Saturday, March 13th. Scroll down to see schedule and current enrollment count. I have arranged with another instructor to help with this class so that I can handle 24 students, so I still have some seats left.

Applicant Fingerprint processing delay notice from Tx DPS

Ammunition appears to be getting a little more reasonable, even though a bit hard to find. The current handgun rental rate at the range I use is $20/person, including 50 rounds, which is a really good deal. I have students who rent just because they want to try out a Glock, or have trouble finding ammo, or just want to avoid having to clean their own gun.

Recent feedback from former students indicates that the DPS is getting more-or-less caught up with the increase in applications, and has been (mostly) meeting the 60-day statutory requirement for response to a license application.

Click here for the legal requirements for getting a Texas Concealed Handgun License, or go directly to this link at the Tx DPS, and look over the questionnaire. You don't need to actually fill out the form, just take a look at it.  Unless you are renewing your license, don't submit any payments to DPS until after you take the class! (The fee to the DPS is non-refundable, and the class will cover the eligibility requirements in detail.)   You can request an application packet from DPS, but that is not necessary -- we keep a stock of them.

If you have a juvenile record that has been sealed, note this recent change in the law regarding sealed court records.

Class Schedule

9am-7pm for new applicants (No lunch break, unless class votes to go to lunch and get out an hour later, which so far has never happened.)
9am-3pm (approximate) for renewals

Status may change if there are cancellations or transfers.
If you wish to change payment type to confirm, simply "re-register" and check the box that says "I have already registered..."
If you need to cancel, please notify me by email. I will confirm within one day.
  • Saturday March 13th (Limit of 24 students; 7 unconfirmed seats)
    Click here to register:
  • Saturday April 10th (12 seats left)
    Click here to register:
  • Saturday May 8th (16 seats left)
    Click here to register:
  • Sunday, May 30th -- Fund-raiser CHL class for the Greater Dallas Republicans. Click link for information and registration.
Even if a class is "full", you may be able to 'bump' an unconfirmed student with a prepaid (confirmed) registration. Click here for Policies Page

I send email reminders with a link to a details page at least 3 days before the class -- if you don't get that email, it may be because my emails aren't getting through, I got your email address wrong, or I didn't get yours (or you may have given me a work email, and then left on vacation...). Or, maybe I just screwed up -- it does happen despite my best efforts. Please call or email me if you have not received the class reminder and details notice at least 2 days prior to the class date.


Course location:
10201 Plano Road, Suite 107
Dallas, Texas 75238



This is about 100 yards north of the intersection of Plano Rd and Loop 635 (LBJ), across from Ivey Lumber. Please note, this is not the main entrance, but about 15 paces south of the main entrance.



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If our public class schedule does not meet your needs, we can refer you to other qualified instructors who maintain different public schedules, or offer private courses (as my work schedule permits). For more information, call me (see top of page), or email instructor@chl-tx.com. Email is usually the quickest way to reach me.

Pro-Count, Inc. accepts payment by PayPal or check. You may also pay by cash -- but please do NOT send cash in the mail. Gift certificates are also available.

Please note that you will not be permitted to take the range qualification if:
1) You are pregnant (sound pressure levels in the range can damage the hearing of your unborn child), or
2) You are taking prescription medications which impair your motor skills. Please also avoid things like cold medications which cause drowsiness.



  If you wish to bring a guest to a course (Spouse, Significant Other, or Family Member over the age of 18), contact me at least a day in advance so I can arrange sufficient seating. Please note that non-paying guests may not enter the range area.

  Couples, or more than one student from the same family, enrolling together for the New Applicant CHL Course will get a $5 per person discount (pre-paid only).

Private CHL class (classroom portion to be held at your home or place of business) rate is $175/person (2 person minimum), not including range fees or digital fingerprints. Discounts for groups larger than 6 students. If class is divided into more than two sessions, or involves travel more than 20 miles, there will be a trip charge (based on mileage) for each session. Private class fee does not include range fees, but does include notary, photos, and fingerprints (ink-rolled only). I recommend that you contact Digital FingerPrinting Dallas and arrange for digital prints after you complete the class. Private class requires at least 48 hours' notice (depending on schedule availability).

Here is what some of my students have to say about my CHL Classes:

Thanks for the wonderful class. My wife and I may never carry, but we sure did learn a lot. I did not want to get in too much in the class but you touched on why we were really there in the first place. I love guns and we have 3 kids. This scares the wife some, but after yesterday she is willing to teach them in a controlled enviroment.
-- James Rogers (July '09)

I wanted to thank you for your very educational class. You do a very fine job of keeping the subject matter interesting and on track. It was much more enjoyable than I had anticipated. Assuming your still teaching in 4 years, I will certainly come back to attend your renewal class, and be sure to refer interested students to your class. Thanks again for your help and have a Happy and Fruitful New Year.
-- Marc Smith (January '09)

I would like to thank you for the CHL training class yesterday. Your instruction was precise and extremely informative. While talking to some of the other class attendees they valued your message on the importance of gun safety and respecting the power of having a CHL. ...[personal details omitted] I mention my law enforcement background because yesterday your class helped me to reflect on and learn new tactics on verbal approach and handling. Thank you for your commitment to training and educating citizens within the great State of Texas.
-- Mike (November '08 class, last name withheld by request)

Howard, I just wanted to express my appreciation to you for the superior job that you did with our Concealed Handgun License course on Saturday, June 28. The classroom portion of the course was both informative and enjoyable and the range portion of the day was a great experience thanks to your expertise. I am looking forward to receiving my CHL and I hope that our paths cross again some day. Regards,
-- Joe Brown (June '08)

"Howard, I just wanted thank you for your valuable instruction in the CHL class. I really didn't know what to expect going in, but I was pleasantly surprised by your instruction and presentation of the state required material. I will definitely recommend your class to anyone I know who believes in the Constitution of the United States of America and more specifically the Second Amendment."
-- Justin Barton (February '08)

"Howard, Just want to thank you again for a great day of education, firing our first handguns, and passing your well taught course. The other members of the class were great fun too. Tell your wife we, again, say thanks for her being there to notarize our paperwork. She is a delight. All the best"
-- Gail and Jim Spann (February '08)

"I wanted to tell you your class was very informative. I learned a lot. Thanks again"
-- Bruce Burns (December '07)

"I wanted to drop you a line to say thanks again for the above and beyond experience we had with your class. I truly appreciate the knowledgeable instruction, and we would not hesitate to recommend your class to anyone looking for a new CHL or renewal. Best."
-- Name withheld by request because of anti-gun employer (October '07)

  "I really appreciate you taking the time to teach this class. I believe it’s a great service that you provide. I enjoyed the class and will recommend to others that they take it."
-- Andrew Barlow (December '06)

  "Just wanted to tell you I really enjoyed the class.  It was much better this time being in a small class.  Last time there were about 25 in my class. You made it an enjoyable experience."
-- Don Pierce (October '04 renewal).

  "I was very impressed with the efficiency and information I learned in a relatively short period of time. I'd highly recommend Howard's class to anyone looking to become a CHL holder."
-- Daron D. Sneed (December '03)

Live a long way from the class location?

  I have recently been getting students from as far away as Greenville in my CHL classes. While I'm glad to accept any student who wishes to come to my class, if you live more than about 20 miles from the Plano-Richardson-Garland area, you may wish to check the DPS website for a listing of instructors by zipcode. You can also check the Texas Concealed Handgun Association listing. On the other hand, even if you live farther away, and still want to enroll in my class, you are certainly welcome! I don't do this for a living; I do it because I believe in it!

Course Fee Includes:

  • Notary service
  • Passport photos (2)
  • Digital Fingerprints
  • Classroom instruction
  • Range qualification
    • I encourage all my students to qualify with semiauto, so that they will not have the revolver-only carry restriction.

Does not include:

  • Ammunition (50 rounds minimum, bring 100 if you can find that much.)
  • state CHL application fees (see TDPS website**)
  • Handgun rental if needed. Handguns may be rented at the range. Rental handgun includes range-provided ammunition. If you plan to rent a handgun, bring cash (exact change appreciated) for rental.

The DPS online payment system appears to be working now. However, considering recent history, any time you make an online payment to DPS, you should call them to confirm that they have credited your account. Better yet, always send payments to DPS by money order using certified mail, return receipt requested.
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Last update: March 9th, 2010