Need a Health Certificate for Your Florida Class "G" License?
If you're applying for a Florida Class "G" Statewide Firearm License, Careborne Sensible Medical provides the required medical evaluation and certification of physical fitness – efficiently and without the runaround.
We serve the whole State of Florida.
What Is a Class "G" License?
A Florida Class "G" Statewide Firearm License is required for licensed private investigators, security officers, and other Chapter 493 licensees who are authorized to carry a firearm while performing regulated duties.
Florida law requires the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) to investigate the general physical fitness of Class "G" applicants to bear a weapon or firearm before licensure is granted.
What We Do
The purpose of the medical evaluation is to determine whether you are physically fit to safely bear a weapon or firearm.
During your visit, the provider will:
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Review your relevant medical history
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Discuss medications and medical conditions that could affect safe firearm handling
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Perform an appropriate physical examination
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Assess your general physical fitness, sensory perception, strength, endurance, and mobility/motor skills as applicable to safely carrying a firearm
What We Don't Do
Our medical certification should not be confused with other requirements for a Class "G" license.
The evaluation is focused on physical fitness. It is not firearms training, a firearms proficiency test, or a determination of whether you meet every legal requirement for a Class "G" license.
FDACS separately investigates your mental history and current mental and emotional fitness. A Class "G" license may be denied based on certain mental-health or drug/alcohol-abuse histories.
In other words, a medical certification does not guarantee that FDACS will approve your Class "G" license.
What You Need to Provide
Please make sure you have handy:
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A valid government-issued photo ID
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Your FDACS Class "G" license application and medical certification form, if you already have it
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A current list of medications you take
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Relevant medical records or documentation if you have a medical condition that may affect your ability to safely carry a firearm
We'll take care of the rest.
With Careborne risk-free consultation, there are no surprise costs. If we can't help you, you pay nothing. That simple.
Can I Apply Online?
There are two ways to apply for a Florida Class “G” license.
You can apply in person by scheduling an appointment at a regional office of the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) or at a participating county Tax Collector’s office.
Prefer to skip the trip? You can apply online through the official FDACS Licensing Portal. The online application allows you to upload your required supporting documents, including your completed health certificate.
For online applications, a PDF copy of your completed health certificate can be uploaded as long as it contains all required information and the original, authentic signature of the licensed healthcare provider, as required by Florida law (Section 493.6105, Florida Statutes).
It’s simple: get your Class “G” health certificate through www.careborne.com, then submit your application online through FDACS.
Questions About Careborne?
Who conducts these exams?
Can I get the Class “G” certification through telehealth?
Absolutely. You are encouraged to get your physical and apply for your license online.
A PDF of the completed medical exam section is perfectly acceptable for online applications, provided the scan is legible, signed, and entirely unedited.
Falsifying or signing the medical section yourself on a PDF editor violates Section 837.06, Florida Statutes (False Official Statements) and will result in the immediate denial or revocation of your license.
You exam and the paperword will be completed by a physician or physician assistant currently licensed pursuant to Chapter 458, Chapter 459, or any similar law of another state or authorized to act as a licensed physician by a federal agency or department or by an advanced registered nurse practitioner currently licensed pursuant to Chapter 464.
Do you accept insurance for these exams?
No. Occupational physicals are self-pay. Insurance may be applied to eligible lab testing when appropriate.
How long do exams typically take?
Most occupational exams take about 5–10 minutes. The completed form is emailed to you.
Do you guarantee that I will receive my Class “G” license?
No. Careborne only performs the medical evaluation and certification. FDACS makes the final determination regarding your eligibility and issuance of the license.
What happens after you complete the certification?
We will complete the appropriate medical certification documentation. You are then responsible for submitting your application and supporting documents to FDACS and completing any other licensing requirements.
Do I need to provide my medical records?
Usually, no. However, if you have a medical condition, take medications, or have a history that could be relevant to your ability to safely carry a firearm, bringing pertinent medical records can help make the evaluation more efficient.
Is this a psychological evaluation?
No. The medical certification addresses your general physical fitness to bear a weapon or firearm. FDACS separately evaluates other aspects of an applicant's eligibility, including applicable mental-health and substance-abuse history.
Can I get the certification if I take prescription medications?
Taking prescription medication does not automatically mean that you’ll fail the exam. The doctor will consider your medications and medical conditions in the context of your ability to safely bear a weapon or firearm.
Can you tell me whether I will qualify for a Class “G” license before I come in?
We can explain the medical evaluation process, but we cannot guarantee the outcome in advance.
How much will it cost?
This service is covered by QuickCare $54.
Where can I find the official Class “G” requirements?
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is the licensing authority and maintains the current requirements. We recommend checking the official requirements before your appointment because licensing rules and forms can change.
Where can I find more information?
Want to learn more about your treatment options? Call 941-525-9000.
