COUNTERING THE MASS SHOOTER THREAT

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 At Citizen Response Training, we believe that mass shootings have become all too familiar, and that is unacceptable. Our training programs are designed to provide the critical information and real-world data needed to identify, reduce, control, and prevent these incidents, empowering individuals and organizations to help prevent violence before it occurs and respond effectively if it does.

Our courses are informative and practical for any of the following:

• School staffers, administration, teachers, volunteers, etc.
• Church leaders, security, and parishioners.
• Parents, grandparents, and students.
• Anyone concerned about this type of event.

Instead of wondering: What can be done to stop this? You can say: THIS is what needs to be done to stop these events!  Instead of "hopes and prayers" you can have "Action and Solutions".  We provide strategies to help organizations—including churches, businesses, schools, and community groups—effectively prevent, mitigate, and respond to potential acts of mass violence. Our training programs focus on practical threat assessment, rapid response tactics, and emergency preparedness, ensuring your team can act decisively under pressure. Through scenario-based training and security protocols grounded in real-world data and expert analysis, we equip individuals and security teams with the skills needed to identify risks, implement proactive safety measures, and respond effectively to violent threats—while maintaining a safe and welcoming environment.   This course covers the following topics:

Create An Emergency Operations Plan:

•  Having a well-structured plan ensures that everyone knows their roles and responsibilities during a crisis, facilitating a more coordinated and effective response. 

Prevention - Security Procedures:

•  Implementing proactive prevention measures, such as training, threat assessments, and security protocols (physical and operational), helps to identify and address potential risks before they escalate into violent incidents. 

Understand Your Attacker - Know the Signs: 

•  Recognizing the potential behaviors and tactics of an attacker allows for better anticipation and response.  Identifying warning signs of potential violence helps to proactively address threats before they escalate, reducing the likelihood of an attack. 

Triage And Treat The Wounded:

•  Immediate medical intervention can save lives by stabilizing victims and preventing further harm until professional help arrives.  

Mitigation and the Aftermath: 

• If the worst does happen, effective mitigation strategies minimize the immediate impact of an attack.  Preparing for the aftermath ensures your organization can recover quickly, support victims, and address psychological and operational needs moving forward.  

At Citizen Response Training, we equip church security teams and volunteer protectors with the knowledge, skills, and attitude needed to safeguard their congregations. Our Church Protector Training Program, inspired by the "sheepdog" philosophy, prepares individuals to respond effectively to threats while maintaining a welcoming and secure environment.

• Threat Recognition & Situational Awareness – Identify potential dangers before they escalate.
• Run, Hide, Fight Strategies – Teach congregants and security teams how to react under pressure.
• Firearms Training for Church Security – Defensive shooting, concealed carry tactics, and scenario-based training.
• Emergency First Aid & Trauma Response – Stop-the-bleed techniques, CPR, and emergency medical intervention.
• De-escalation & Conflict Resolution – Learn how to diffuse situations before they turn violent.
• Custom Training for Your Church – Tailored programs to meet the unique needs of your congregation.

Led by experienced instructors, our training ensures that church protectors are prepared, vigilant, and ready to defend their flock while upholding the values of faith and service.

Be the protector your church needs. Contact us today to schedule your training session!