Suffolk County, NY · SCPD Yaphank / Sheriff Riverhead · 16+2 Concealed Carry Training
Suffolk County CCW Class for Residents Who Want Clear Guidance — and Know the Difference Between Yaphank and Riverhead
If you need the required 16+2 firearms training in Suffolk County, NY Safe Inc. gives you more than a certificate. We give you a professional, beginner-friendly class built for responsible people who want clear instruction, solid paperwork guidance, and a calm guide through the process — whether you apply in Yaphank or Riverhead.
NY Safe Inc. | Peter Ticali, NRA & USCCA Certified Instructor | Licensed: NY · MD · DC · MA · UT | NY Pistol License Holder Since 1992
"Thank you for such a great class! The simulators, legal modules, and live-fire gave me confidence I never had before. The environment was welcoming, and I left feeling far more confident."
— Melania K. · Suffolk County · NY CCW Class · Verified Student Review
This Is Not Just a Class. In Suffolk County, the First Question Is Where You Apply.
Most applicants searching for a Suffolk County pistol permit class are not actually worried about the classroom. They are worried about navigating a county with two distinct licensing bureaus, two different sets of paperwork expectations, and a process that is easy to misread if you are working from generic New York advice.
Suffolk County is divided into ten towns — and which town you live in determines which bureau handles your license. Getting that wrong from the start means wasted time, returned paperwork, and a delay you did not need.
Apply to SCPD in Yaphank
Towns: Babylon, Brookhaven, Huntington, Islip, and Smithtown.
Office: Suffolk County Police Department Pistol Licensing Bureau
30 Yaphank Avenue, Yaphank, NY 11980
If you live in one of the western five towns, this is your path. We help students understand the SCPD sequence, the forms, and what to expect before they start submitting paperwork.
Apply to the Suffolk Sheriff in Riverhead
Towns: East Hampton, Riverhead, Shelter Island, Southampton, and Southold.
Office: Suffolk County Sheriff's Office Pistol License Bureau
100 Center Drive South, Riverhead, NY 11901
If you live in the eastern five towns, pistol licensing runs through the Sheriff's Office. We explain what documents you need so you do not show up missing something obvious on intake day.
Fees & Fingerprinting — What Each Bureau Requires
Western Suffolk — SCPD Yaphank
Application fee: $10
Fingerprint fee: $87.00 (money order only), paid at interview
Fingerprinting: Done by SCPD at the bureau during the licensing and interview stage
Forms: Questionnaire may be typed or printed in black or blue ink
Eastern Suffolk — Sheriff's Office Riverhead
Application fee: $10
Fingerprint fee: $88.25 processing fee
Fingerprinting: Done on-site when you return your completed packet during intake hours
Forms: Must be completed in black ink only
Fee and process information sourced from published bureau guidance and subject to change. Verify current requirements directly with your licensing bureau before submitting your application.
The Full 16+2 Course Requirement
New York's published concealed carry training standard requires 16 hours of classroom instruction plus 2 hours of live-fire training. That requirement applies whether you apply in Yaphank or Riverhead. Your instructor should make that requirement feel organized — not more stressful.
Official Resources
SCPD Pistol Licensing Bureau · Suffolk County Sheriff's Office · NY Penal Law § 400.00
"The Suffolk County pistol permit process has two distinct paths. We built this class to make the training side the clearest, calmest part of an otherwise complicated experience — whichever bureau you belong to."
— Peter Ticali, NY Safe Inc.
Important: Know Before You Enroll
No training provider — including NY Safe Inc. — can guarantee permit approval. The SCPD Pistol Licensing Bureau and the Suffolk County Sheriff's Office make all licensing decisions independently. What we can do is ensure you enter that process well-prepared, well-trained, and clear on what to expect from your specific bureau.
Suffolk Paperwork Has a Reputation. We Help You Slow Down and Get It Right.
A lot of Suffolk applicants are not worried about the classroom. They are worried about the packet. That is where experience matters — and where avoidable mistakes cause the longest delays.
Reference Affidavit Review
We help you think through your four character references and check that the affidavit paperwork is complete, legible, and notarized where required.
Black-Ink Mindset
Suffolk applicants should approach the packet like professionals: clean printing, consistent ink, no sloppy cross-outs, and no rushed last-minute corrections.
Error Prevention
Missing signatures, incomplete explanations, weak reference choices, and messy forms can all create avoidable delays. We help you catch problems before submission.
Support for Normal People
If you have never done anything like this before, you will not be made to feel out of place. We explain things in plain English and keep the process moving.
The NY Safe Difference
Many Suffolk residents do not need a pep talk about being "tactical." They need a calm, competent guide through the paperwork, the terminology, and the next-step confusion that follows the class. Think of NY Safe as your training-side sherpa through the process — regardless of which bureau you belong to.
NY Safe Inc. Is the Non-Tactical Choice for Suffolk County
The people who need a Suffolk County concealed carry class are not mostly hobbyists, influencers, or adrenaline seekers. They are parents, professionals, commuters, small business owners, and first-time firearm owners who want to do this the right way. That is who we serve.
Our training style is professional, supportive, and beginner-focused. We explain things in plain English. We welcome questions. We do not talk down to students. And we do not build the class around ego, bravado, or chest-thumping. You need clear instruction, a lawful mindset, and a company that respects that this is a serious decision with real consequences.
Respectful, adult instruction — zero intimidation
Beginner-friendly and genuinely patient
Strong focus on safety, compliance, and sound judgment
Clear, practical help navigating Yaphank and Riverhead requirements
A company that answers questions before, during, and after class
Limited to 15 students — you are not lost in a crowd
Your Instructor
Led by Peter Ticali — Instructor, Advocate, and Suffolk County's Non-Tactical Choice
NY Safe Inc. is led by Peter Ticali, a firearms instructor licensed in NY, MD, DC, MA, and UT, an NRA Endowment Life Member, NRA & USCCA Certified Instructor, and a New York pistol license holder since 1992. He also holds the Qualified Handgun Instructor Certification (QHIC) from Maryland and is a graduate of both the FBI and Suffolk County PD Citizens Academies.
This class is about more than hitting a target. It is about understanding the process, the documentation, the legal framework, Suffolk's bureau split, and the practical reality of becoming a responsible armed citizen in New York. Peter's instruction is built for students who want confidence, clarity, and professionalism — especially people who feel overwhelmed by the Suffolk County pistol permit process.
What You Walk Away With
Your Training Certificate
Proof that you completed the required 16+2 concealed carry training — a required document for your Suffolk County application at either bureau.
A Safer Foundation
Clearer understanding of safe handling, live-fire fundamentals, and the responsible decision-making that lawful carry requires.
Less Confusion About Suffolk's Process
Better clarity around Yaphank vs. Riverhead, document checklists, reference rules, fingerprinting expectations, and what commonly trips up first-time Suffolk applicants.
A Company You Can Come Back To
Students value knowing they trained with people who care about the process before, during, and after class — not just on range day.
Limited to 15 Students Per Class
Next Available Classes
Upcoming Suffolk County 16+2 CCW Class Dates
Ready to stop overthinking and get moving? Choose a date, lock in your seat, and complete the training step with a company that understands both Suffolk bureaus and the administrative anxiety that comes with this process.
Limited to 15 students per class. Seats fill quickly.
Next Available Classes
Upcoming NYC 16+2 CCW Class Dates
Limited to 15 students per class. Seats fill quickly.
Not ready to book yet? Book a free 15-minute consultation and we will get you sorted.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Suffolk County CCW Class
Is this the required Suffolk County 16+2 firearms training?+
Yes. This class is designed to satisfy New York's concealed carry training standard of 16 hours of classroom instruction plus 2 hours of live-fire training for people seeking a concealed carry license in Suffolk County — whether they apply through SCPD in Yaphank or the Suffolk County Sheriff's Office in Riverhead.
Do I apply in Yaphank or Riverhead?+
It depends on your town. The five western towns — Babylon, Brookhaven, Huntington, Islip, and Smithtown — apply through SCPD at 30 Yaphank Avenue. The five eastern towns — East Hampton, Riverhead, Shelter Island, Southampton, and Southold — apply through the Suffolk County Sheriff's Office at 100 Center Drive South, Riverhead.
We cover this split in class so you leave with clarity about your specific path.
How long is the Suffolk County wait time?+
There is no single Suffolk-wide timeline because the county is split between two licensing bureaus. For the five eastern towns, the Suffolk County Sheriff's Office says applicants should expect a minimum of six to seven months from application to approval or denial. For the five western towns served by SCPD, timing varies and applicants should check directly with the bureau for current estimates.
That is one reason students value working with a training provider that understands the process and helps reduce avoidable mistakes before submission.
Do I need the 16+2 training for a Suffolk County renewal?+
For concealed carry renewals in Suffolk County, New York State requires the firearm safety training course before renewal. Suffolk County concealed carry licenses renew on a three-year cycle. There is an important caveat: local licensing officers may give credit for some or all qualifying prior training completed within the previous five years.
If you are unsure what applies to your renewal, take the conservative approach and confirm before your deadline arrives.
Where do I get my fingerprints done?+
It depends on which bureau handles your application. For the eastern towns, the Sheriff's Office says applicants return the packet in person during intake hours and fingerprinting is done on-site at that time. For the western towns, SCPD fingerprints applicants during the licensing and interview stage at the bureau.
We walk through the overall flow in class so you are not guessing about what happens next.
Is this class beginner friendly?+
Yes. NY Safe Inc. specializes in helping normal, responsible people who may feel overwhelmed by the process, unfamiliar with firearms training culture, or simply tired of sorting through conflicting advice online. We do not run a tactical or macho-style class.
Do you guarantee permit approval?+
No. NY Safe Inc. is a training provider, not the licensing authority, and no legitimate company should promise approval. What we provide is excellent training, careful paperwork guidance, and practical support that helps people feel more prepared and less confused going into the Suffolk County process.
Who is this page for?+
This page is for Suffolk County residents searching for a Suffolk County CCW class, 16+2 firearms training in Suffolk, a Yaphank pistol permit class, a Riverhead pistol permit class, or a supportive, professional environment to complete the required concealed carry course without the usual range attitude.
About the Instructor
Peter Ticali
NRA Endowment Life Member · NRA & USCCA Certified Instructor · Licensed Firearms Instructor: NY, MD, DC, MA, UT · NY Pistol License Holder Since 1992
Peter Ticali is the founder and lead instructor of NY Safe Inc., serving Suffolk County, Nassau County, and the greater New York metro area. He also holds the Qualified Handgun Instructor Certification (QHIC) from Maryland and is a graduate of the FBI and Suffolk County PD Citizens Academies. NY Safe Inc. is not a law firm and Peter Ticali is not an attorney.
Get the Training Done — and Feel Better About the Process That Follows
If you have been putting this off because the Suffolk County process feels confusing, frustrating, or more complicated than it should be — whether your bureau is in Yaphank or Riverhead — you are exactly who this class was built for.
Take the required Suffolk County 16+2 CCW class with a company that respects your time, answers your questions, and understands both sides of the county's administrative split.
Legal Disclaimer
NY Safe Inc. is a firearms training and Second Amendment advocacy organization. NY Safe Inc. is not a law firm and Peter Ticali is not an attorney. Nothing on this page constitutes legal advice. Firearms laws in New York are complex and subject to change; readers should consult a licensed New York firearms attorney before making any decisions based on information presented here. Training certificates and course completion do not guarantee permit issuance; all licensing decisions are made solely by the applicable licensing authority. Compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal firearms laws is required at all times.
Serving Suffolk County applicants from Smithtown, Huntington, Babylon, Islip, Brookhaven, Riverhead, Southampton, East Hampton, Southold, Shelter Island, Hauppauge, Commack, Brentwood, Bay Shore, Patchogue, Central Islip, Deer Park, West Babylon, Medford, Port Jefferson, Ronkonkoma, Coram, Bohemia, Lake Grove, West Islip, Amityville, Lindenhurst, Copiague, Selden, and across Suffolk County.