VALOR Survive & Thrive® Virtual Training Series: Read the Signs, Survive the Assault Starting on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., ET

Event Information

Because funding is provided by the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), there is no cost to attend this event.

Sponsored by

• Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA)

Overview

Join our no-cost virtual training series, available to state, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement agencies.

Led by seasoned law enforcement professionals, each course represents the next evolution of officer safety education and delivers a powerful mix of expert instruction, hands-on demonstrations, interactive exercises, and real-world discussions all focused on officer safety and operational excellence.

These trainings are built on the latest research and field data, focusing on one or two critical concepts per session and fostering real-time interaction through open dialogue and chat. You will walk away with actionable insights, stronger skills, and a renewed commitment to safety.

You can choose to attend the entire series or select the sessions that best meet your needs, giving you the flexibility to tailor your learning experience.

Whether you’re new to the field or a seasoned officer, this series is designed to support your growth, sharpen your skills, and reinforce your commitment to public safety. It’s not to be missed!

See the Cue. Stop the Assault. Have the Will to Survive.

What are some behavioral cues that can appear before an assault? What can you do to increase your survivability when an assault happens? This course will improve law enforcement officers’ awareness and understanding of the “totality of circumstances.” It provides an overview of the importance of officers’ legal authority to obtain a reasonable tactical advantage. In addition, this presentation describes common pre-incident indicators of violent attacks and some actions that are known to increase survival during critical incidents.

After this course, participants will be able to: 

• Own “the moment before the moment”; survival starts before the fight begins.
• Spot pre-assault indicators with confidence, and know why they matter and how to act on them.
• Turn awareness into decisive survival actions, making every second count.

Training will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m., ET

Certificate of attendance available

When seconds matter, knowledge wins. Don’t miss our next virtual training: Casualty Care in Critical Moments. Register now via our Upcoming Events page.

Accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Please contact the web event coordinators for further information.