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How much do concealed carry instructor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for concealed carry instructor in the United States is $28.43, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $43.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Concealed Carry Instructors?

Concealed Carry Instructors are certified professionals who teach individuals how to safely and legally carry a concealed firearm. They provide instruction on firearm safety, handling, storage, relevant laws, and self-defense situations. These instructors often help students meet state requirements for obtaining a concealed carry permit. Their courses typically include both classroom education and practical shooting exercises to ensure responsible gun ownership.

What is the difference between Concealed Carry Instructor vs Firearms Instructor?

AspectConcealed Carry InstructorFirearms Instructor
CertificationsState-specific concealed carry permits, NRA or similar firearm safety certificationsGeneral firearm safety, NRA certifications, specialized training
Work EnvironmentClassrooms, shooting ranges, outdoor training areasVaried settings including ranges, training facilities, and private lessons
Employer & Industry UsagePrivate security, firearm training schools, law enforcement supportMilitary, law enforcement, civilian firearm training

Concealed Carry Instructors focus on teaching individuals how to safely carry concealed firearms, often requiring specific state permits and safety certifications. Firearms Instructors have broader training roles, covering general firearm safety and skills across various settings. While both roles involve firearm education, Concealed Carry Instructors specialize in concealed carry laws and safety, making their certifications more tailored to civilian concealed carry needs.

What are some common challenges Concealed Carry Instructors face when working with diverse student backgrounds?

Concealed Carry Instructors often work with students who have varying levels of firearms experience, comfort, and learning styles. A common challenge is ensuring that each participant fully understands safe handling and legal responsibilities, regardless of prior knowledge. Instructors must adapt their teaching methods to communicate effectively, maintain a safe environment, and address any apprehension or misconceptions among students. Building trust and fostering open communication are key to helping all students succeed and feel confident in their skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Concealed Carry Instructor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Concealed Carry Instructor, you need comprehensive firearms knowledge, a valid instructor certification (often from the NRA or a state-recognized body), and a thorough understanding of gun safety laws. Familiarity with training aids, range safety equipment, and digital learning platforms is typically required. Outstanding communication, patience, and the ability to calmly handle stressful situations are crucial soft skills for effectively teaching and ensuring student safety. These skills and qualities are essential for building responsible, well-informed permit holders and maintaining a safe learning environment.
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Infographic showing various Concealed Carry Instructor job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 2% As Needed, 1% Full Time, 86% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,142 per year, or $28.4 per hour.
Public Safety Officer II - Armed (Full Time, 2nd Shift)

Public Safety Officer II - Armed (Full Time, 2nd Shift)

Advocate Aurora Health

Chicago, IL • On-site

$24.10 - $36.15/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago


Advocate Aurora Health rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 766 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

185th of 869 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Department:

11926 Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center - Public Safety

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

This is 5 days a week position from 3 pm - 11:30 pm with expected schedule change to 2x12 and 2x8 rotating schedule.

Pay Range

$24.10 - $36.15

It's More Than a Job, It's a Calling!

Position: Public Safety Officer II - Armed

Location: Illinois Masonic Medical Center (IMMC); Chicago's Northside near Wrigleyville

Full Time; 2nd Shift

~Hours: 3pm-11:30pm

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provides security services with professionalism, fairness, and compassion in even challenging circumstances and in accordance with policies, procedures, and training. Inspires confidence in patients, visitors, and team members by presenting a professional, approachable, and service-oriented appearance and demeanor. Is alert, observant, and ethical. Complies with and enforces all safety and security rules and regulations. Maintains Department uniform and equipment in good repair.
  • Performs routine responsibilities during interior and exterior patrols to ensure safety and security, including but not limited to inspections to identify vulnerabilities, hazards, and fire conditions, audits of Interim Life Safety Measures, patient valuables management, and thorough contraband searches. Assists team members, patients, and visitors by providing information, directions, and physical help. Ensures traffic control, monitors conduct of visitors on premises, and confronts unauthorized persons for questioning.
  • Prevents, responds to, and investigates workplace violence. Responds to service calls, such as combative or threatening patients or visitors and team member incidents. Serves as a primary resource for de-escalation.
  • Performs key responsibilities to plan, prevent, practice, and respond to emergencies such as lost or abducted infants/children, fire, and active threats. Responds immediately to emergency and crisis situations; physically intervenes in accordance with training to situations that have a potential for injury.
  • Investigates incidents that occur on Advocate Aurora property and completes timely and accurate reports. Addresses and escalates complaints to the appropriate leader and provides supporting documentation.
  • Performs liaison rounding duties to cultivate close partnerships with all department and units. Delivers security awareness education to team members to leverage their assistance in the overall security of the site.
  • Liaisons with state and local law enforcement and first responder agencies. Coordinates, briefs, and monitors every law enforcement prisoner patient guard to ensure policy compliance and prevent unsafe practices.
  • Assists as a training resource for the Department. Serves as the preceptor for probationary officers and implements their orientation, onboarding, and assessment, compiles feedback, maintains training records for the department, trains competencies for all officers. Prepares lesson plans for officers that do not meet training expectations. Serves as a field instructor when assigned, maintains instructor level certifications, and provides training in accordance with standards.
  • Assists department leaders in administrative duties such as reviewing required reports and records to ensure quality and accuracy; inspects uniforms, equipment, supplies and material and reports findings to the chain of command.

Maintains current Department training standards in radio communications, verbal de-escalation, stabilization, CPR, application of clinical restraints, conducted energy weapon (Taser), to include training on any/all department-issued equipment and/or requirements identified in the Annual Training Plan.

License/Registration/Certification Required:

  • Security Officer Healthcare Certification (CHSO) issued by the International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) must be obtained on a one-time basis within two years of appointment to this role. Recertification is not required.
  • A valid driver's license issued by the Division of Motor Vehicle.
  • Firearm Owners Identification (FOID) Card issued by the Illinois State Police, OR Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) license issued by the Department of Justice (DOJ).
  • Must meet State of IL Department of Financial and Professional Regulation licensing requirements and able to obtain a Firearm Control Card (FCC) for Proprietary Personnel within 90 days of hire.
  • Certified in Conducted Energy Weapon (Taser) use within 90 days of hire and periodically thereafter.

Education Required:

  • High School Diploma or GED

Experience Required:

  • 4 years of experience in a security or public safety role that includes experiences in responding to emergent situations and identifying and resolving issues that pose a potential risk to patients, visitors, staff and/or property, or completion of 30 credit hours in a Criminal Justice, Police Science, or similar course of study from an accredited college or university and 3 years' work experience with 1 year of experience in a security/safety role.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

  • Illinois team members must have completed State of Illinois 40-hour armed course with semi-automatic pistol endorsement.
  • Willingness to carry a department authorized firearm while on duty. The firearm and level III holster must be purchased upon hire, supplied, and maintained by the Officer as outlined in the Public Safety Firearms Policy and approved by the Department Range Masters.
  • Required annually to achieve a passing score of 70% or greater on the State of IL Mandatory Annual Active Duty and Retired Officer Handgun Qualification Course of Fire, un-assisted. Probationary Officers must complete range qualification within their 90-day probationary period and must attend the first qualification date within their probationary period.
  • Demonstrated ability to exercise mature judgment and sound reasoning while maintaining a courteous and tactful demeanor in dealings with employees, visitors, and patients, even if they are verbally aggressive persons.
  • Demonstrated experience in quickly assessing dangerous situations and taking appropriate action.
  • Demonstrated ability in verbal and written communications.
  • Ability to use a computer to document work such (Microsoft Word, Excel, navigating a web page, and database entry).
  • "Must successfully pass background investigation, drug screen, pre-placement physical and psychological screening assessment post-offer, pre-employment and periodically thereafter. Teammates already employed in Public Safety Officer position prior to "7-28-24" will have 18 months to comply."
  • Ability to defend self and/or others in case of physical confrontations when de-escalation efforts fail and there is cause to detain a non-cooperative person who is committing a criminal act or fleeing and possess the ability to physically restrain a person against their will.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with people; ability to hear radio and telephone communications at both high and low decibels.
  • Ability to communicate via radio and telephone with clear diction without impediments.
  • Must have the ability to interact appropriately with all team members, patients and visitors, especially under difficult circumstances.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Must sit, stand, walk, and drive throughout the workday and must lift up to 35 lbs. occasionally. Must be able to push/pull with 35 lbs. of force. Must possess the hand strength, dexterity, and ability to safely operate a firearm. Must perform all functions of operating, loading/un-loading, breaking down and cleaning a firearm un-assisted and without assist devices.
  • Have 20/20 vision in both eyes or correctable to 20/20 with corrective lenses in both eyes.
  • May be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, explosive, and radiation hazards. Protective clothing must be worn as necessary.
  • Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
  • Frequent exposure to aggressive behavior and emotionally charged situations.
  • Must be able to handle personal stress and possible violence.
  • Must be physically fit and able to walk all areas of the facilities and grounds, to restrain those who need restraint and be able to assist nursing staff with lifting patients of all sizes.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our CommitmenttoYou:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

  • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
  • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
  • Incentive pay for select positions
  • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

  • Paid Time Off programs
  • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, andShort- and Long-Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
  • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
  • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
  • Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and spec...


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Advocate Healthcare, based in Oak Lawn, Illinois, United States, is a leading figure in the health care industry. Accessible via their official website, 'advocatehealth.com', this organization provides a wide variety of medical services and treatment options. Founded in 1995 through a merger of Evangelical Health Systems Corporation and Lutheran General HealthSystem, Advocate Healthcare has grown exponentially over the years. Now, it operates more than 400 sites of care, including 12 hospitals that encompass 11 acute care hospitals, the state’s largest integrated children’s network, five Level I trauma centers, and three Level II trauma centers. Upholding their values of equality, compassion, excellence, partnership and stewardship, Advocate Healthcare's mission is centered on building lifelong relationships with patients by delivering the best health outcomes and highest level of service through an integrated approach to care and wellness.

Industry

Hospitals and health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Charlotte, NC, US