Powers Firearms Training Corp

Powers Firearms Training Corp is a family-owned business serving Kern County for over 50 years, now operated by Craig and Becky Powers. They offer specialized courses including CCW permits (initial, renewal, and modification) for Kern, Inyo, Mono, and Tulare counties with multi-state permit options at no additional charge. Their training combines online courses completed at your own pace with in-person training and range qualification, and they also provide private instruction, ladies/co-ed handgun courses, defensive firearms training, and security officer certifications. Instructors: Rebecca Powers

Bakersfield, CA | 20238 Woody Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93308

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Powers Firearms Training Corp is a family-owned business serving Kern County for over 50 years, now operated by Craig and Becky Powers. They offer specialized courses including CCW permits (initial, renewal, and modification) for Kern, Inyo, Mono, and Tulare counties with multi-state permit options at no additional charge. Their training combines online courses completed at your own pace with in-person training and range qualification, and they also provide private instruction, ladies/co-ed handgun courses, defensive firearms training, and security officer certifications. Instructors: Rebecca Powers

All classes meet California DOJ and local sheriff requirements. Students receive a certificate of completion and range qualification results on the day of training.

Available Classes & Prices

16-Hour Initial CCW Class

For first-time CCW applicants. Covers safety, laws, handling, and live-fire qualification.

$—

8-Hour Renewal CCW Class

For existing permit holders. State-required refresher with live-fire qualification.

$—

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20238 Woody Rd, Bakersfield, CA 93308

661-871-7273

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Counties Served

Mono

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