Student Information

Choose the Concealed Handgun License class that meets your needs. You need to register with the TXDPS Regulatory Services Division before class.

We do not do fingerprints or photos.

Very Important - Read all information on this website thoroughly.

Choose the Concealed Handgun Licensing option that meets your needs.
Enter your information in our Student Information (order) section, and submit it through this website to pay for your reserved slot.
Print your receipts for TXDPS & W's CHL training & bring them with you.
We do photos at no additional cost
Get directions to our "Early Entry Door" from our Directions page and follow the procedures.
Group Discounts Available; 10+$115, 15+$110, 20+$105. Call Jim Wolfe, 817-919-9418 for payment options.

New and Returning Students

Class Requirements for New Students.
W’s Concealed Handgun Licensing & Training offers in-depth training for CHL procedures. New Students must to follow these steps to start the licensing process:

CLICK HERE to register with the State of Texas.
Go to the Online Services area and and click on the appropriate link.
Pay the necessary fees to The State of Texas.
Print your Receipt and bring Receipt to class

In order to take the CHL course with W’s Concealed Handgun Licensing & Training, you do not need to register with the state of Texas first. You may register with the state of Texas at a later date if you wish.

Very Important - Regulatory Services Division
Concealed Handgun Licensing
W's does not offer Pictures or Prints. All students must register with the TXDPS to receive their individualized training requirements.
Program Update (July, 2010) Photo requirements/Signatures
TXDPS no longer requires signatures on the back of photos by either the applicant or the fingerprint technician. Photos will not be rejected for lack of signature.
Program Update (July, 2010) Photo Requirements for Military Personnel; ages 18-20
Profile photos are no longer required. Military Personnel who are 18-20 years of age can now submit 2 photos of a clear frontal image.
Program Update (April, 2010) - Fingerprints & Photos Requirement Change for Renewal Applicants
As of May 1, 2010, CHL renewal applicants will no longer be required to submit fingerprints or photos as part of their renewal application. CHL can now resubmit good quality fingerprints and reuse previously submitted photos.
*note: TXDPS reserves the right to request replacement passport photos or quality fingerprints for renewing applicants, in the event that the previously submitted photos or fingerprints on file do not meet current quality requirements and/or guidelines.

Vert Important - Class Requirements for Returning Students.
The concealed handgun renewal class consists of four and a half hours of classroom instruction as well as firearm proficiency testing. All necessary updates on pertinent information will be covered and tested. You have the option of taking the renewal course as many as six months before your CHL license expires.

Very Important. All concealed handgun renewal students must provide their own box of 50 factory loaded rounds.

Very Important. Having a well-lubricated and clean firearm is extremely important for training. If your firearm does not meet these specifications you will be removed from the firing range. Most firearm malfunctions are caused by lack of lubrication.

Very Important. Also, ensure that you are proficient with your weapon. If you have not fired your pistol in a while, it is advisable to go out and practice before training. You will be required to fire 20 rounds at 3 yards, 20 rounds at 7 yards and 10 rounds at 15 yards during training. This a test not shooting instructional class.