Study guide
A guide you may use while preparing for and taking the test.
Permit to Carry
Minnesota Permit to Carry (PTC) qualification
Learn online first, show what you know, then finish with a live range qualification. The in-person range session is required.
The process
Three steps to qualification
Watch the course videos
Watch the Primary PTC Course Video below, then the supplemental YouTube playlist selected as training material for this course.
Study, then take the test
Download the study guide and full course material, then complete the Minnesota Permit to Carry test. The 27-question quiz requires 80% to pass. The test is not meant to cause stress or deter you; it exists for course integrity and to make you more knowledgeable of material you only need once every 5 years.
Arrange your live range qualification
After the test, contact Matt for the required in-person qualification. It includes tips and pointers to build a foundation for future self training, or training with us.
Step 1, continued
Supplemental playlist
Additional videos selected to support the primary course.
Step 2
Study materials and the test
Full course material
The complete course material for review.
PDF test
Prefer paper-style? Complete the PDF version and email it to Matt.
Submit your completed PDF test by email to Contact@t3pro-d.com.
Online option
Take the 27-question quiz
Open the quiz below. Your result appears on screen, with an option to email it to your instructor. Passing is 80%. The quiz does not replace the live range qualification.
Step 3, required
Live range qualification
A live range qualification is required to complete the Permit to Carry course. Contact Matt to schedule it.
What to bring
- Valid Minnesota ID or driver’s license
- Eye protection and ear protection
- Closed-toed shoes and safe attire for an indoor range
- Your handgun
- Additional handgun magazines (3 preferred)
- 50 rounds of factory ammunition
- No hand-loaded rounds and no steel ammunition
Also recommended
Carrying carries legal responsibility. Many permit holders consider legal protection coverage; see our resources page. Information here is educational and not legal advice.