Get a California Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC)

Description

Get a California Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC)

Effective January 1, 2015, the Handgun Safety Certificate program was replaced with the Firearm Safety Certificate (FSC) program. Under the FSC program, requirements that previously applied to handguns only; NOW APPLY to all firearms (handguns and long guns), unless exempt. A list of exemptions is listed below.

Once a Firearm Safety Certificate, FSC is obtained, it is valid for both handgun and long gun purchases/acquisitions for a period of five-years.

How much does the Firearm Safety Certificate cost?

The fee for taking the FSC Test and obtaining an FSC is twenty-five dollars ($25). The $25 fee entitles you to take the test twice (from the same DOJ Certified Instructor) if necessary.

California Firearm Safety Card - Schedule your FSC study & review and take the 30-question test after the class. $25

NRA Pistol Marksmanship Simulator Training

This NRA course is ONLY presented simultaneously with the NRA Basic Pistol Shooting Course.

The NRA Pistol Marksmanship Simulator Training Course teaches the basic knowledge & skills for owning and operating a firearm safely. This course provides shooters with the ability to learn the basics of firearm safety & shooting skills in a safe classroom setting. With state-of-the-art computer-based simulation. The Pistol Marksmanship Simulator provides individuals a learning opportunity where live fire is not a requirement.

Students Learn:

• NRA's rules for safe gun handling

• Shooting fundamentals

• Stance or platform

• Combat grip

• Point Shooting

• Sight alignment/picture

• Trigger control

• Breath control

• Follow-through

• Recovery

NRA course completion certificate awarded.

Details Call or email

714-680-5500 • annie.5150.heat@gmail.com   or  kc.5150.heat@gmail.com

Testing Requirements

The State of California requires that all firearm purchasers have a California Firearm Safety Certificate. A Firearm Safety Certificate is acquired by taking and passing a written test, generally at participating firearms dealers and private firearms training facilities.

The test covers firearm safety and the basic firearms laws and requires a 75% score on a 30-question exam. To help individuals prepare for the test, a Firearm Safety Certificate Study Guide is available. A Spanish version is also available, as is a webinar for viewing or downloading: Webinar.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and must present clear evidence of identity and age by presenting a California Driver’s License or California Department of Motor Vehicles Identification Card.

The firearm safety demonstration protocols and DOJ Certified Instructor standards have been established and implemented by DOJ. An explanation of the firearm safety demonstration can be found starting on page 12 of the Firearm Safety Certificate Study Guide.

How To Take the FSC Test

If you attend our Basic Handgun Class, you will be able to take the FSC test in class before you leave. (Please note that the FSC test may be offered by a Third Party, NOT 5150 HEAT LLC – Firearms Training Academy.)

Firearm Safety Certificate Cost

The cost of taking the CA FSC test is $25.00 in addition to the class. (Please note that the FSC test may be offered by a Third Party, NOT 5150 HEAT LLC – Firearms Training Academy.)

Pro Tip: After taking our Basic Handgun Course, all of our students pass the test and usually receive a 90% grade on the test.

Once you have passed the CA FSC test you receive the Certification Card that is good for 5 years to purchase a firearm in California 

When you are prepared to take the California Firearm Safety Certificate Test you may go to any Firearms Dealer and take the test at their location. 

Firearms Training

NOTE: The CA FSC Test or Study booklet DOES NOT PROVIDE YOU ANY INFORMATION ON HOW TO SHOOT!

Pro Tip: The best idea is to take our Basic Handgun Class FIRST. This class is an excellent step toward improving your knowledge & skills in shooting and firearms safety.

Below is some helpful information for you to obtain your Firearm Safety Certificate.  In order to obtain your (FSC) contact us for additional information or to schedule getting your FSC testing requirements completed.

Additional Information:

A copy of the California Firearms Laws (2021) in .pdf

A copy of the NRA Synopsis of State Firearm Laws for California.

Types

Advanced, Basic, Intermediate, Church / Business - Safety / Security, Classes offered in SPANISH, NRA Courses, Rifle, Shotgun, Specialty Other, USCCA Courses, Women's Only Courses

Documentation Requirements

Firearms Safety Certificate Requirement Exemptions:

There are several FSC requirement exemptions. In addition to the previous Handgun Safety Certificate (HSC) exemptions, a person issued a valid hunting license is exempt from the FSC requirement for long guns only. (Pen. Code, § 31700, subd. (c).)

Exemptions:

X01 = Special Weapons Permit Holder
 X02 = Operation of Law Representative
 X03 = Handgun being returned to the owner
 X13 = FFL collector with COE (curio and relic firearms only)
 X21 = Military – Active Duty
 X22 = Military – Reserve
 X25 = Military – Honorably Retired
 X31 = Peace Officer – California – Active
 X32 = Peace Officer – Federal – Active
 X33 = Peace Officer – California – Honorably Retired
 X34 = Peace Officer – California – Reserve
 X35 = Peace Officer – Federal – Honorably Retired
 X41 = Carry Concealed Weapon (CCW) Permit Holder
 X81 = P.O.S.T. 832 PC (Firearms) Training
 X91 = Particular and Limited Authority Peace Officers
 X95 = Law Enforcement Service Gun to Family Member
 X98 = Valid Hunting License (long guns only)

The instructor requires a copy of your Government Issued ID once you register.