"Michael Julian has written an excellent book. Practical, detailed, and a potential life saver if you find yourself in the midst of a targeted attack."
Active Shooter Training Classes for Businesses
Business owners, risk, safety, and security managers, and HR professionals understand that the safety of employees is paramount. Active shooter incidents are unpredictable and can have devastating effects. The A.L.I.V.E. (Assess, Leave, Impede, Violence, Expose) Active Shooter Survival Training program provides essential training to help employees survive these horrible events.
By understanding how to recognize the warning signs of potential violence, how to assess situations, when to leave, how to impede the shooter, when and how to use necessary violence against them, and how to expose your position when safe to do so, businesses can greatly enhance their overall security and preparedness.
In-Person Training
A.L.I.V.E. offers in person active shooter training courses for organizations and businesses. These courses teach practical skills and strategies to survive an active threat situation.
A.L.I.V.E. instructors are experienced and certified, safety and security professionals who can customize the training to fit your needs and environment.
online TRAINING
A.L.I.V.E. is a comprehensive online active shooter training program that teaches organizations and businesses how to survive and prevent violent incidents. The course covers the five steps of A.L.I.V.E.: Assess, Leave, Impede, Violence, and Expose. The course also provides practical tips and strategies for enhancing security and safety in the workplace.
A.L.I.V.E. is designed to empower and educate employees to act quickly and effectively in the face of an active threat.
Active Shooter Training Classes for Businesses
We offer robust training programs designed to prepare individuals and organizations to survive an active shooter event by focusing on the tenets of A.L.I.V.E. - Assess, Leave, Impede, Violence, and Expose. We offer A.L.I.V.E. training, both online and in-person, whichever fits your schedule and needs.
Our in-person active shooter training courses are designed for businesses, organizations, places of worship, schools, and security professionals, teaching participants essential steps to respond effectively to active shooter situations and other violent attacks. These courses focus on increasing situational awareness, recognizing warning signs, preparing proactively, making quick decisions, and navigating post-event chaos. Participants also learn to understand the causes of such incidents, identify potential threats, and develop a survival mindset, ensuring they can act decisively to protect themselves and others.
For those who prefer remote learning, A.L.I.V.E. provides comprehensive online active shooter training courses covering the same critical steps and practical strategies for enhancing workplace security and safety as our in-person training. Accessible from anywhere with an internet connection, this online active shooter training course empowers you to act quickly and effectively during an active shooter threat. These courses are suitable for civilians and private sector professionals seeking to enhance their resilience and preparedness in the face of active shooters and other violent incidents
Active Shooter Training That Saves Lives in the Real World
ALIVE active shooter training prepares ordinary people - employees, students, congregants, healthcare workers, government staff, and event attendees - to survive an active shooter event using the proven five-step ALIVE survival method. We teach Assess, Leave, Impede, Violence, and Expose: a clear, repeatable decision framework that holds up under stress when generic awareness training does not.
The program is built for the way real attacks unfold. Instead of relying on memorized acronyms only, ALIVE walks through the cognitive steps a civilian must take in the first 10 minutes of an active shooter event, when most casualties occur. Curriculum is delivered in two complementary formats - online active shooter training courses for self-paced learning and certifications, and in-person active shooter survival training for hands-on drills inside your actual facility.
Built by a Veteran Security Executive
ALIVE was created by Michael Julian, a 30-year security industry executive who has trained tens of thousands of civilians and staff. Backed by professional security operations and audited compliance with workplace violence laws including California SB 553, Pennsylvania Act 55, and Tennessee security training mandates, ALIVE training is trusted by organizations across the United States.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is active shooter training?
Active shooter training prepares civilians to recognize, respond to, and survive a shooting event. The ALIVE program teaches the five-step survival method (Assess, Leave, Impede, Violence, Expose) to anyone in a workplace, school, or public venue.
Is active shooter training really necessary?
Yes. The FBI tracks a steady rise in active shooter incidents, and OSHA, California SB 553, Pennsylvania Act 55, and many state and industry rules now require workplace violence prevention training. More importantly, trained civilians survive at significantly higher rates.
Does ALIVE training work for all kinds of organizations?
Yes. We deliver active shooter training tailored to businesses, schools and universities, hospitals, government, places of worship, and event venues.
Online or in-person - which active shooter training should I pick?
Online is best for fast deployment, annual refreshers, and remote workers. In-person is best for hands-on muscle memory, drills inside your real facility, and full team alignment. Most organizations use both.
How quickly can we get trained?
The ALIVE online active shooter training course can be assigned immediately. On-site training is typically scheduled within two to four weeks.
Online Active Shooter Training Courses
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Hear From An A.L.I.V.E. Student Survivor Of The Las Vegas Massacre
"As a retired 32 year law enforcement veteran, with several years of SWAT and tactical experience, I learned some different unique perspectives as it pertains to civilians dealing with active threat situations. Very good class for civilians who may have never experienced reacting to a life and death stressful situation."
- Christopher C.
A.L.I.V.E. STANDS FOR:
Assess
Assess the situation quickly
Leave
Leave the area if you can
Impede
Impede the shooter
Violence
Violence may be necessary
Expose
Expose your position carefully for safety
INDUSTRIES WE SERVE
Corporations
Government
Healthcare
Places of worship
Schools & Universities
Venues
MICHAEL JULIAN
Creator of A.L.I.V.E.
A.L.I.V.E., which stands for Assess, Leave, Impede, Violence, and Expose, was created in 2014 when Michael began teaching his Active Shooter Survival philosophy throughout the United States. His book on the subject, 10 Minutes to Live: Surviving an Active Shooter Using A.L.I.V.E. was published in 2017 and the online version of the A.L.I.V.E. Training Program was launched in 2019 and is now part of the corporate security training program for companies throughout the world.
Why A.L.I.V.E. Active Shooter
Survival Training Program?
The A.L.I.V.E. Active Shooter Survival Training Program is a comprehensive training program designed to provide individuals with the necessary skills and knowledge to survive an active shooter incident. Its emphasis on situational awareness and decision-making makes it a practical and effective approach to active shooter situations. By empowering individuals to take proactive measures to protect themselves and others, the program can help prevent tragedies and save lives.