MD HQL (Handgun Qualification License) Course
PLEASE NOTE: If you have a Maryland Medical Marijuana Card, you are ineligible to receive a Handgun Qualification License (HQL) in the State of Maryland. Please do not register for the course.
Cost: $175 per person (Includes Fingerprints)
Course Overview: Required 4 hour course for new purchasers of handguns in Maryland. Certain exceptions apply. Includes required digital LiveScan fingerprinting onsite.
Course Length: 4 hours
Course Location: This course will be held at our Training Center located at 1320 Innovation Street Suite H Middle River, MD 21220
Course Topics:
Classroom Instruction
Pistol knowledge and operation
Pistol action types
Rules for safe gun handling and use
Ammunition knowledge
Fundamentals of pistol shooting
Intro to MD firearms laws
Selecting your first pistol
Maintenance and storage
Application process
Live fire session
Pre-requisites: No prior experience required to take the MD HQL. You will need to fill out and submit a LiveScan form in advance.
Next Course: The MD HQL class meets the state of Maryland's requirements to apply for your MD HQL license. To continue in your training, we recommend the NEXT Steps Training class.
Please note: The button below will take you our course overview page, where you can select the MD HQL course from the dropdown menu, then register for available dates and times. If you have any questions about registration, please give us a call at 410-335-5100.