CCW Certification and Training

Paratus Training is honored to be at the top of the recommended approved vendors list of the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office.

We host the initial required 16hr CCW Certification as well as the required 4hr CCW Renewal Certification.

We offer a unique approach to the certification process that prioritizes range time and weapon handling. We are the only approved vendor offering this exclusively as a private, one on one CCW training experience in addition to the small group class we offer. See our options/pricing in the drop down menu below.

Select your option below and please contact us to schedule any private class options. Our next 2-day initial certification group class is going to be held on 5/13/2023 and 5/14/2023. It is limited to a maximum of 5 students per class, otherwise you can opt to schedule a private certification class or wait until the next group class becomes available.

Be advised that you should first get approval from the Sheriff’s Department/local police department by submitting your initial application and doing a LiveScan(background check) before scheduling your training in case you are denied a license. However you can streamline the process by acquiring your training certificate if you feel confident that you will not be denied. Please contact us for more information or if you have questions.

You can begin the CCW application process, and learn more about the requirements, if you reside in unincorporated Santa Barbara County by clicking here.

If you live in the city of Santa Barbara, Lompoc or Santa Maria, you will need to apply with your local police department.