Register today www.texaschl.us for Austin Texas Concealed Handgun License training, chl certification, by an NRA certified instructor 

Texas CHL Rates & Registration

You may complete our online Registration Form to register for an upcoming class. Registration form and payment must be received seven days prior to the requested class date to ensure seating. Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a Certificate of Training which is required by the DPS to file an application for a Concealed Handgun License.

Complete the online state application process prior to attending the class.

Please bring your application packet from the DPS to the class in order to complete the affidavits and other forms enclosed.

What You Will Need to Bring:

Student Notebook (Print Here)

YOU CANNOT QUALIFY ON THE RANGE WITHOUT THESE ITEMS. (Print Checklist)

1. Your handgun [semi-automatic (recommended) or revolver] of at least .32 caliber (9mm and .380 are acceptable). DO NOT BRING YOUR WEAPON INTO CLASS. Leave it secured in your vehicle out of sight until we arrive at the range. All weapons and magazines should be UNLOADED before approaching the range area. An accidental discharge while loading, unloading or handling your weapon may be grounds for not receiving proficiency certification.
   • All handguns should be in good repair and have no modifications that would make the weapon less safe. (please make sure your weapon is working properly and will operate without malfunction PRIOR to the class)
   • Make sure you are familiar with your handgun.
   • Make sure you zero your handgun as there is no time allotted in class for this.
2. Ammunition - a minimum of 50 rounds (SAAMI* Specification) is required. NO RELOADED AMMUNITION WILL BE ALLOWED.
   • Blount, Inc., C.C.I.
   • Hornady Mfg. Co.
   • Federal Cartridge Co.
   • Olin/Winchester
   • Remington Arms Co.
   • PMC
   • Fiocchi of America, Inc.
   • Accurate/Ultra Max
   • 4W Ammunition
   • Black Hills
3. Eye protection (precription glasses with plastic lenses are acceptable).
4. Ear protection (full over-ear type recommended).
5. Head cover - cap or hat that will cover the head and the area toward the face (such as a baseball cap).
6. Closed toed shoes and socks (absolutely no sandals)

**Passport photos already obtained at another location are acceptable should you already have them. Renewal applicants should bring their DPS Renewal packet including affidavits, fingerprint card and photo holder. If you have not received your renewal packet, please print the Renewal Affidavits from the DPS Website and bring them with you.

*Sporting Arms Ammunition Manufacturing Institute