The Foundation for Everyone
A comprehensive awareness seminar covering the history, statistics, and trends of active threat incidents. Build the knowledge base every person in your organization needs.
Course Overview
Active Threat Awareness is the foundational course in the ARX Training system. This seminar equips every member of your organization with the knowledge they need to recognize, understand, and respond to active threat situations.
Participants will study real-world incidents, learn proven awareness frameworks, and develop the mindset needed to act decisively when it matters most. This course is the required prerequisite for all advanced ARX Training programs.
Curriculum
Each module builds on the last, creating a complete foundation of threat awareness.
Examine the history of active threat incidents in America, key statistics, frequency trends, and what the data tells us about where and when these events occur.
Learn to observe your environment systematically, identify anomalies, and maintain a heightened state of awareness without creating unnecessary anxiety.
Master the four-level awareness system used by military and law enforcement: White (unaware), Yellow (relaxed alert), Orange (specific alert), and Red (action).
In-depth analysis of real incidents including Lakewood Church and West Freeway Church of Christ. Examine what went right, what went wrong, and lessons learned.
Understand the widely-adopted Run-Hide-Fight response framework, when to apply each phase, and how to make split-second decisions under extreme stress.
Study additional response protocols: A.L.I.C.E. (Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, Evacuate) and A.L.I.V.E. (Assess, Leave, Impede, Violence, Expose) frameworks.
Develop the mental preparation and psychological resilience needed to act decisively during a crisis. Overcome freeze response and build confidence in your ability to survive.
This course is designed for everyone in your organization. Congregation members, volunteers, staff, ushers, greeters, and safety team members all benefit from this foundational awareness training. No prior experience or special skills required.
There are no prerequisites for this course. Active Threat Awareness is the entry point for the entire ARX Training program and is open to all participants.
None RequiredEnroll your team in the foundational course that prepares everyone for what matters most. Available 100% online or schedule an in-person session.