Practical Training Solutions LLC

Practical Training Solutions LLC delivers California CCW permit training across Tulare, Kern, Kings, and Fresno Counties, with classes held in Porterville. Jeremy McMillan instructs both initial and renewal courses with an emphasis on practical, real-world defensive applications. The company's custom challenge coins, designed by Jeremy himself, reflect the training philosophy—featuring the motto "Training That Matters" on the front and Bobby Rader's quote "Become The Scary Thing In The Dark" on the reverse, alongside symbols honoring Irish heritage and American homeland protection. Initial CCW courses are priced at $200 for the standard 16-hour certification, while renewal classes run $130 for 8-hour recertification. Practical Training Solutions maintains direct online booking through their website store, where students can register for scheduled classes and purchase gift cards. The first fifty attendees who complete an initial or renewal course receive one of the custom challenge coins at no additional cost. Training focuses on equipping civilians with knowledge and skills necessary for self-defense and protection of others, moving beyond basic compliance to develop genuine defensive capability. Course schedules typically span two consecutive days for initial certification and single-day sessions for renewals, with specific dates posted through the online booking system. Instructors: Bobby Rader

, Madera County

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Practical Training Solutions LLC delivers California CCW permit training across Tulare, Kern, Kings, and Fresno Counties, with classes held in Porterville. Jeremy McMillan instructs both initial and renewal courses with an emphasis on practical, real-world defensive applications. The company's custom challenge coins, designed by Jeremy himself, reflect the training philosophy—featuring the motto "Training That Matters" on the front and Bobby Rader's quote "Become The Scary Thing In The Dark" on the reverse, alongside symbols honoring Irish heritage and American homeland protection. Initial CCW courses are priced at $200 for the standard 16-hour certification, while renewal classes run $130 for 8-hour recertification. Practical Training Solutions maintains direct online booking through their website store, where students can register for scheduled classes and purchase gift cards. The first fifty attendees who complete an initial or renewal course receive one of the custom challenge coins at no additional cost. Training focuses on equipping civilians with knowledge and skills necessary for self-defense and protection of others, moving beyond basic compliance to develop genuine defensive capability. Course schedules typically span two consecutive days for initial certification and single-day sessions for renewals, with specific dates posted through the online booking system. Instructors: Bobby Rader

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.

$—

Contact

559-799-5891

Counties Served

Madera

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