Michigan CPL Renewal Class
Prime Defense Firearms Training offers a live Michigan CPL renewal class led by an instructor. This three-hour class gives Michigan CPL holders a structured review before renewal.
We conduct the class live through Zoom. As a result, you can attend from home, ask questions and interact with an instructor in real time.
Michigan does not require you to take a renewal class. Instead, renewal applicants certify that they completed at least three hours of review and at least one hour of firing-range time. Both requirements must occur during the six months immediately before applying.
These renewal requirements are outlined in MCL 28.425l, Michigan’s statute governing CPL renewal requirements.
Prime Defense provides the three-hour review portion. You complete the required range time separately.
IMPORTANT RANGE NOTICE
RANGE TIME IS NOT INCLUDED IN THIS CLASS.
You are responsible for completing at least one hour of firing-range time during the six months immediately before you submit your renewal application.
Who This Renewal Class Is For
This class is for Michigan CPL holders who prefer an instructor-led review instead of reviewing the required material on their own.
Michigan treats an application as a renewal when the applicant previously received a qualifying Michigan CPL and the previous license has not been expired for more than one year.
However, if your CPL expired more than one year ago, Michigan no longer treats the application as a renewal.
Before registering, review the current Michigan State Police requirements for your situation.
For more information about renewal requirements, timing and the overall process, visit our Michigan CPL Renewal Class information page.
What You’ll Review
Our Michigan CPL renewal class focuses on safety, legal and defensive topics that CPL holders should revisit before renewal.
The review includes:
- Conflict avoidance
- Situational awareness
- Firearm safety
- Shooting fundamentals
- The physiology of violent encounters
- Michigan self-defense law
- Legal considerations involving defensive force
- What to consider after a defensive incident
- Responsible concealed carry
- Additional firearm-safety and renewal topics
What’s Included
Your registration includes:
- Three hours of live instructor-led review
- Class materials
- Certificate of completion
- Live opportunity to ask questions during class
At the end of class, Prime Defense provides a certificate of completion for your records. Renewal applicants certify completion of the required review and range time when completing the renewal application.
How the Live Zoom Class Works
Prime Defense conducts the entire three-hour review live through Zoom.
After registration, Prime Defense sends the information you need to join your scheduled class.
Before class begins, make sure you can access Zoom and have a reliable internet connection.
This is a live instructor-led class, not a prerecorded course.
When Can I Renew My Michigan CPL?
Michigan allows you to submit a renewal application up to six months before your current CPL expires. You may also submit a renewal application up to one year after expiration.
In addition, complete the required three hours of review and one hour of range time during the six months immediately before you apply.
For the latest rules and application information, review the official Michigan CPL renewal information from the Michigan State Police.
Registration and Rescheduling
Please choose your renewal class date carefully.
- All class sales are final.
- If you cannot attend your scheduled class, contact Prime Defense as soon as possible.
- Prime Defense allows one reschedule for the renewal class.
Questions About Michigan CPL Renewal?
If you have questions before registering, contact Prime Defense Firearms Training at 586-625-9744.
You can also learn more about our Michigan firearms instructors and their training backgrounds.
Finally, when you’re ready, choose an available renewal class date above and complete your registration.
