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20-Hour Basic Security
The Illinois online course for entering unarmed security work.
28-Hour Armed Security
Online classroom plus the required in-person range and firearm hours.
Concealed Carry Training
In-person Illinois concealed carry classes with classroom and range time.
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Illinois 20-Hour Basic Security Training
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View TrainingIllinois 28-Hour IDFPR Firearm Training
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View TrainingIllinois Armed Security Requalification
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View TrainingIllinois Concealed Carry Classes
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View TrainingIllinois Concealed Carry Renewal Class
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