Here we go again, the OP was offering some good advice on obtaining a CCW permit. he did the research and told us about it. Isn't that what this site is about, the exchange of ideas and information? Instead he gets flamed. Thank you villavillager for your post. You can also look into the local gun club, here is a link
Cool Gun Club.
One last thing, I rather see someone take the time to be trained on gun safety then just go to a shop, buy a gun and not take training.
I am a lot more afraid of seniors with cars than with guns.