Meet your Michigan CPL requirement in one day: firearm law, safe handling, self-defense aftermath, and live-fire range qualification
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Concealed Carry and Home Defense CPL - Belleville, MI is a CPL Certification in Belleville, MI on November 14, 2026. Booking costs $133, and it runs about 8 hours. It is taught by Amy Lucas.
There are not enough adjectives to describe this amazing woman. My cousin..., Cheryl Hughes
Concealed Pistol License (CPL) Class – Belleville, MI Wayne County Community College – Belleville Campus 9555 Haggerty Road, Belleville, MI 48111
This Michigan Concealed Pistol License (CPL) class meets and exceeds all state requirements and is taught by Amy Lucas, owner of Steel & Stilettos Firearms Training, a retired law enforcement professional with over 30 years of firearms training instructor experience. This one-day course goes beyond the basics. Students will participate in an in-depth review of Michigan firearm laws, safe handling, transportation, storage, and responsible carry practices. We also focus heavily on situational awareness, conflict avoidance, and how to stay safe without needing to use your firearm.
A key highlight of this class is a special presentation on the aftermath of self-defense, covering the legal, financial, and emotional realities that can follow a defensive incident—an essential topic often overlooked in many classes.
After the classroom portion, we will travel to Downriver Guns in Belleville to complete the live-fire range qualification, where students will safely apply what they have learned under professional supervision.
Michigan law requires 8 hours of instruction and a live-fire qualification of at least 30 rounds, and this course fully meets those requirements.
This class is ideal for beginners, first-time gun owners, or anyone seeking their Michigan CPL in a supportive, professional learning environment.
Come train with experience you can trust and leave with the confidence and knowledge to carry safely and responsibly.
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9:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Building a home defense plan, how a firearm works, how to avoid using a firearm while in public, public safety, Michigan Rules and laws, Reciprocity, Firearms safety and handling, marksmanship and defensive shooting, The aftermath, and SOOOOO much more!
28 years teaching experience
Steel and Stilettos Training, across 360 reviews
Steel and Stilettos Firearms Training, led by instructor Amy Lucas, has earned a flawless reputation across 360 reviews with a perfect 5.0-star average. Reviewers consistently praise Amy's deep expertise, patient and welcoming teaching style, and her ability to make even the most nervous beginners feel confident and empowered. The organization is celebrated for delivering thorough CPL, home defense, and USCCA Certified Instructor courses that go far beyond basic requirements, blending legal education, real-world scenarios, and hands-on range time into an engaging and memorable experience.
Belleville, MI Wayne County Community College
9555 Haggerty Road
Belleville, MI 48111
Room B207 Enter through the front entrance. You can take the first set of stairs and walk the walkway towards the back of the building to Hall B room 207. Or Take the front entrance into the main area you will see stairs in the center of area you get into the main area that opens up. The elevator is to the right of the stairs just past the security desk. Once you get off the elevator the hall is on the other side in the middle. Hall B room B207
Amy Lucas is an experienced instructor, executive protection professional, and business owner dedicated to empowering individuals with the knowledge and confidence to protect themselves and others. With over two decades of training experience, she provides engaging, practical instruction that builds real-world skills and confidence for students of all experience levels.
Patient and encouraging with beginners and nervous students(52 mentions)
“Jitters went away almost instantly upon hearing her intro”
Exceptionally knowledgeable with real-world law enforcement experience(98 mentions)
“Her expertise is not just theoretical; it's based on years of practical experience”
Engaging, fun teaching style that makes long class days fly by(65 mentions)
“She made a long day go fast with clear and fun explanations”
Thorough coverage of laws, safety, and responsible gun ownership(55 mentions)
“Clear information on the pertinent laws”
Builds confidence and empowers students, especially women(42 mentions)
“She makes you feel empowered, not just to learn how to properly handle a firearm”
Individualized attention tailored to each student's skill level(38 mentions)
“She takes the time to guide each one of us individually”
Comprehensive beyond expectations, includes home defense, self-defense tools, and carry accessories(30 mentions)
“She showed various accessories for carrying a concealed weapon”
Superior to other training experiences students have had(22 mentions)
“I learned more in her class than I did in all previous classes combined”
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Steel and Stilettos Training
There are not enough adjectives to describe this amazing woman. My cousin mentioned a woman whom she met at a free women's firearm safety event last summer (July 2024). However, she could not remember her name. After searching for months, I found Steel and Stilettos, owner Amy Lucas. Her CPL class (taken 03/16/2025) was phenomenal. She taught how to safely load and use a firearm. In addition, Amy taught the importance of storing a firearm safely. She displayed various storage boxes and units. Amy highly emphasized how not to be a victim in the street and at home. Students were able to practice with training pistols, and we were shown how to properly hold a firearm in class and at the gun range. A very important lesson I learned from Amy was to DE-ESCALATE AT ALL COST. Women are generally more compassionate and detailed humans. Amy Lucas lived up to this philosophy. In class, she showed the various accessories for carrying a concealed weapon. Also, she showed other safety devices such as, disguised sharpie pen, pepper spray, taser, and alarms. Amy Lucas' class was my third CPL class since November 2024. My first two CPL classes were with men. I learned from both prior CPL classes, but I learned so much more from Amy Lucas (NO SHADE TO MEN). Amy Lucas was very thorough. She discussed the importance of knowing the law involving CPL license holders - Michigan and outside of Michigan. Amy Lucas' numerous website listings received after passing the class was priceless. Lastly, Amy had a gentleman to explain the importance of obtaining insurance as a CPL license holder. If an award existed for the best CPL instructor, I would bestow this award on Ms. Amy Lucas. I would highly recommend Amy Lucas, owner of Steel and Stilettos firearm training for both men and women. She is an exemplary person and instructor!!!
My sister and I took Amy's CPL class and had such a great time. She was knowledgeable, patient, kind, funny, and easy to talk to. We did the Ladies Only CPL course, and she truly took that seriously — a gentleman accidentally showed up that day, and she handled it with grace rescheduling him for a different day. She makes you feel empowered, not just to learn how to properly handle a firearm, but to understand the knowledge that goes along with it. If you're second-guessing doing this for yourself, please don't. Amy is in your corner, and you'll truly learn so much from her. Keep up the great work you're doing for the firearm community, Amy! It was a joy to learn from you.
Amy Lucas exceeded every expectation I had for my Certified Firearms Instructor program course. Having trained with other organizations in the past, I can honestly say this experience was on another level. Amy is exceptionally knowledgeable, personable, and genuinely passionate about developing competent, confident instructors. What impressed me most was how attentive she was to every student. She understands that everyone learns differently and takes the time to ensure each person is engaged, understands the material, and succeeds. That kind of individualized instruction is becoming increasingly rare and speaks volumes about the quality of her program. I also want to recognize her co-instructor, Aaron Cobb. Aaron was equally outstanding—extremely knowledgeable, approachable, and always willing to answer questions or provide additional insight. Together, Amy and Aaron created an engaging learning environment that balanced professionalism, real-world experience, and a genuine commitment to student success. I could go on about everything they did well, but I’ll leave it at this: if you’re considering any training with Amy and Aaron, stop thinking about it and sign up. You won’t regret it. This program exceeded my expectations, and I’ll absolutely be back for more training in the future. Thank you both for an outstanding experience!
