Courses
Den of Merritt - In Person Training
CPL Class Get Certified. Get Confident. Our CPL class provides the training you need to meet Michigan requirements while building real-world skills and confidence. Learn, train, and leave prepared. Find Out More
CPL CLASS RENEWAL CPL Renewal Class Already certified? Join our full CPL class with a streamlined schedule. Renewal students move to the range portion first, allowing you to complete your requirements and head out earlier—while still receiving the same quality training. Find Out More
Mid-Week CPL Course 2 Nights 4 Hours Midweek 2-Day Firearms Training Course designed for skill development, confidence building, and hands-on instruction. Two 4-hour sessions focused on safety, firearm handling, accuracy, mindset, and practical application for shooters of varying experience levels. Find Out More
Mid-Week Renewal CPL Course 2 Nights 4 Hours Midweek 2-Day Firearms Training Course designed for skill development, confidence building, and hands-on instruction. Two 4-hour sessions focused on safety, firearm handling, accuracy, mindset, and practical application for shooters of varying experience levels. Find Out More
Beyond the CPL - No classroom time only range Beyond the CPL is a hands-on live fire training course designed to build confidence, improve firearm handling, strengthen accuracy, and develop practical real-world shooting skills beyond the basic concealed carry class. Find Out More
Personal Firearms Training & Private Instruction Personal firearms training provides one-on-one instruction tailored to your experience level, goals, and comfort. Sessions focus on safety, firearm handling, confidence building, accuracy, mindset, and practical skill development in a private, supportive environment. Call 231-688-1009 Find Out More
Online Courses
Police Encounters While Armed This course prepares gun owners for safe and lawful interactions with law enforcement while carrying a firearm. Students will learn when and how to disclose firearm possession, what information officers may request, and how to exercise their rights respectfully. Legal discussion includes “duty to inform” la... Find Out More
Transporting A Firearm Participants will learn the legal requirements for transporting firearms in vehicles, aircraft, and across state lines. The course explains unloaded transport standards, locked container requirements, and how to comply with the Firearm Owners Protection Act (18 U.S.C. § 926A). Real-world examples help clarify how ... Find Out More
Prohibited Areas for Firearms This course details where firearms may not lawfully be carried under federal and state law. Topics include federal facilities, airport secure areas, national parks, locations covered by the Gun-Free School Zones Act, and more. Participants will learn how to identify these areas and avoid legal pitfalls that result fr... Find Out More
Handgun Ammunition 101 This course provides a comprehensive overview of handgun ammunition, including caliber selection, cartridge components, and the relationship between ammunition choice and firearm performance. Students will learn to identify the correct ammunition for their handgun, store it properly, and understand the legal implicatio... Find Out More
Range Safety & Etiquette This course teaches the essential rules of range safety and proper shooting range etiquette for both new and experienced firearm owners. Participants will learn how to safely handle firearms on the firing line, follow range commands, maintain muzzle discipline, and interact respectfully with other shooters and range st... Find Out More
Universal Firearm Safety Rules This course teaches the four Universal Firearm Safety Rules and other critical safety practices designed to prevent firearm accidents and negligent discharges. Participants will learn the purpose behind each rule, how they work together to create safe firearm handling habits, and how to apply them in real-world environ... Find Out More
Buying & Selling Firearms <p> This course explains the legal and practical steps involved in purchasing or selling a firearm. Participants will learn how federal and state laws regulate private sales, dealer transfers, buyer eligibility, and background check requirements. The course also covers important considerations for responsible fi... Find Out More
Maintenance & Cleaning of Handguns This course is designed to teach handgun owners the essential skills needed to safely and effectively maintain their firearms. Participants will receive step-by-step instruction on properly disassembling, inspecting, cleaning, lubricating, and reassembling various types of handguns to help ensure long-term reliability ... Find Out More
Holster Selection Selecting the proper holster is essential for both firearm safety and lawful concealed carry. This course helps participants evaluate different holster types, materials, retention levels, and carry positions based on their firearm, lifestyle, and intended use. Students will learn how proper holster selection impacts sa... Find Out More
Firearm Security & Storage This course reviews the legal and practical standards for securely storing firearms to help prevent unauthorized access and improve overall firearm safety. Participants will compare storage options such as safes, lockboxes, and firearm locking devices while learning best practices for securing firearms at home, in vehi... Find Out More
Handgun Function & Fundamentals In this course, students will gain a foundational understanding of handgun types, major components, and overall firearm operation. Participants will learn how handguns function, how to identify common malfunctions, and the basic principles behind safe and responsible firearm handling. Through clear and practical instru... Find Out More
Handgun Owner Foundations Course Bundle This comprehensive eLearning bundle of 12 different courses brings together the essential core knowledge every responsible gun owner should have – combining foundational safety, proper handling techniques, and critical legal understanding in one structured learning path. Through a series of focused courses, stude... Find Out More
Mace Brand Pepper Spray Training for Civilians <p> Welcome to the MACE® Level I Civilian Aerosol Defensive Spray Training. MACE® has partnered with U.S. LawShield to create this premier training course designed to help you become a safe, knowledgeable, and responsible user of personal protective sprays. Participants will learn about the lawful purcha... Find Out More
First Aid for Gunshot Wounds Learn what it takes to save a life. U.S. LawShield developed the First Aid for Gunshot Wounds online training course to help responsible citizens become more educated, prepared, and capable during emergency situations. Designed for individuals with no prior medical training, this course introduces battlefield first aid... Find Out More
State Approved Online Carry Courses
US LawShield California CCW Course Take the first step toward responsible firearm ownership with the California Carry Concealed Weapons License Course by U.S. LawShield. Designed for both new and experienced firearm owners, this comprehensive online training provides a convenient and easy-to-understand introduction to California concealed carry educatio... Find Out More
US LawShield California CCW Renewal Course Renew your California Carry Concealed Weapons License with this online course from U.S. LawShield. Designed for current California CCW permit holders, this comprehensive renewal training provides a convenient and user-friendly way to complete the educational portion of your California concealed carry renewal requiremen... Find Out More
US LawShield Delaware Handgun Qualified Purchaser Permit Course Navigating Delaware’s new Handgun Qualified Purchaser Permit (HQPP) requirements can feel overwhelming, but this course is designed to make the process clear, convenient, and easy to understand. The online Delaware Handgun Qualified Purchaser Permit Course provides students with a compliant training option that s... Find Out More
US LawShield Florida CWL Online Training Take the first step toward responsible firearm ownership with the Florida Online Concealed Weapon License Course by U.S. LawShield. Designed for both new and experienced firearm owners, this comprehensive online training provides a convenient and easy-to-follow path toward meeting Florida concealed carry educational re... Find Out More
US LawShield Idaho Online Concealed Weapons License Course Take the first step toward responsible firearm ownership with the Idaho Online Concealed Weapons License Course by U.S. LawShield. Designed for both new and experienced firearm owners, this comprehensive online training offers a convenient and easy-to-follow path toward meeting Idaho concealed carry educational require... Find Out More
US LawShield Iowa Permit to Carry Weapons Course Take the first step toward responsible firearm ownership with the Iowa Permit to Carry Weapons Course by U.S. LawShield. Designed for both new and experienced firearm owners, this comprehensive online training provides a convenient and easy-to-follow path toward meeting Iowa carry permit educational requirements. Parti... Find Out More
US LawShield Missouri Concealed Carry Weapon Permit Course Take the first step toward responsible firearm ownership with the Missouri Concealed Carry Weapon Permit Course by U.S. LawShield. Designed for both new and experienced firearm owners, this comprehensive online training offers a convenient and easy-to-understand approach to Missouri concealed carry education. Participa... Find Out More
US LawShield Ohio License to Carry a Concealed Handgun Course Take the first step toward responsible firearm ownership with the Ohio License to Carry a Concealed Handgun Course by U.S. LawShield. Designed for both new and experienced firearm owners, this comprehensive online training provides a convenient and easy-to-follow path toward meeting Ohio concealed carry educational req... Find Out More
US LawShield Oregon Concealed Handgun License Course Take the first step toward responsible firearm ownership with the Oregon Concealed Handgun License Course by U.S. LawShield. Designed for both new and experienced firearm owners, this comprehensive online training provides a convenient and easy-to-follow path toward meeting Oregon concealed carry educational requiremen... Find Out More
US LawShield Tennessee Online Concealed Handgun Carry Permit Course Take the first step toward responsible firearm ownership with the Tennessee Online Concealed Handgun Carry Permit Course by U.S. LawShield. Designed for both new and experienced firearm owners, this comprehensive online training provides a convenient and easy-to-follow path toward meeting Tennessee concealed carry educ... Find Out More
US LawShield Texas LTC Online Training Take the first step toward responsible firearm ownership with the Texas License to Carry Online Course by U.S. LawShield. Designed for both new and experienced firearm owners, this comprehensive online training provides a convenient and easy-to-follow path toward meeting Texas License to Carry (LTC) educational require... Find Out More
US LawShield Washington Concealed Pistol License and HB 1143 Gun Safety Certification Training Course Unlock the freedom and responsibility of lawful firearm ownership with the U.S. LawShield Washington Firearms Safety Training Online Course. Developed by experienced instructors and Independent Program Attorneys (IPAs), this comprehensive 4-hour eLearning course is designed to provide valuable firearm safety education ... Find Out More
US LawShield Wyoming Concealed Firearm Permit Course Take the first step toward responsible firearm ownership with the Wyoming Concealed Firearm Permit Course by U.S. LawShield. Designed for both new and experienced firearm owners, this comprehensive online training provides a convenient and easy-to-follow path toward meeting Wyoming concealed carry educational requireme... Find Out More
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