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Active Shooter Threat Training Program

Acronym
ASTTP
Length
4 Training Days

Description

The ASTTP is a dynamic, hands-on training program designed to equip law enforcement officers and agents with the knowledge and skills required to successfully end an active threat event.  The ASTTP will prepare students to employ Active Shooter Threat Tactics through dynamic, interactive drills and scenario based training.  This intensive and challenging program covers a variety of tactical subjects for responding officers including: Single Officer Response Tactics, Limited Penetration Tactics, Tactical Medical Training, Multiple Officer Response and Link-Up Procedures, Response to an Explosive Hazard, and Post Shooting Considerations.  Candidates will be evaluated on their ability to perform skills and tactics in the role of a responding officer during a practical exercise.

Prerequisites

  1. Applicant must be a law enforcement officer/agent with arrest authority in the prevention, detection, apprehension, detention and/or investigation of felony and/or misdemeanor violations of federal, state, local, tribal, or military criminal laws.  

  2. Applicants can be a member of the military that has law enforcement responsibilities or in preparation for deployment. 

  3. Must be able to participate in intensive training lasting up to ten hours per day.

  4. Must be in good physical condition with no medical restrictions. 

Required Training Materials

  • Appropriate wear (BDU, agency t-shirt (long sleeve or short sleeve), boots, etc.).

Program Syllabus/Curriculum

  • Active Threat Response Tactics
  • Basic Tactics
  • Tactical Medical

Program Contact Info

Glynco: (912) 267-2599
Charleston: (843) 566-8508
Cheltenham: (301) 877-8441
Artesia: (575) 746-8357
State and Local: (912) 261-4566

Program Registration