Alarm Professions
Professions Licensed by IDFPR:
- Licensed Private Alarm Contractor - Renewal Available!
- Licensed Private Alarm Contractor Agency
- Licensed Private Alarm Contractor Agency Branch Office
- Firearm Control Card (FCC)
- FCC Retired Peace Office Waiver - LEOSA
- Permanent Employee Registration Card (PERC)
- Firearm Instructor
- Approved 20-Hour Basic Training Program
- Approved Basic 48-Hour Firearm Training Course
NOTICE: IDFPR Introduces New Online Licensing System!
On October 30, 2024, IDFPR launched CORE, a new online system for professionals to apply for licensure in Illinois.
New applications for Private Alarm Contractor, Firearm Instructor and 48-hour Firearm Training Course are now available in CORE.
Access CORE and learn more about the new system.
License Information
Online Renewal & Instructions
- Online Renewal Instructions
- Click Here to Start Your Online Renewal!
Please allow 2-4 business days for your license to post in our systems and your license status to update. - NOTE: If an applicant misses the renewal window and the online portal does not allow you to renew after it concludes, you must reinstate their license by requesting a Reinstatement application from IDFPR.
Notices
Private Alarm Contractor Licensee Application
License Maintenance
Private Alarm Contractor Agency Registration
Firearm Training Card
- Firearm Control Card Renewal Notice
- Firearm Control Card Registration
- Firearm Control Card Termination
- Firearm Training Certificate of Completion
- Firearm Training Waiver
- Firearm Training Instructor Requirements for Licensure
- Firearm Training Instructor Registration
- 48-Hour Firearm Training Course Requirements for Licensure
- 48-Hour Firearm Training Course Registration
- Weapons Discharge Report Form