ALICE Training®

ALICE Training®: the original civilian active shooter response training your organization needs.

For more than 20 years, ALICE Training® has set the standard for civilian active shooter response training, equipping schools, workplaces, healthcare facilities, houses of worship, and law enforcement agencies with life-saving strategies.

With over 18,000 certified instructors and thousands of organizations trained nationwide, ALICE Training® is the most widely adopted program of its kind. Developed by experts in law enforcement, education, and child development, ALICE empowers individuals with proactive, options-based response strategies designed to save lives.

While we hope you never have to use ALICE Training®, having the right knowledge and skills can make all the difference when faced with a violent critical incident. Preparedness leads to confidence—and confidence saves lives.

What Makes ALICE Different?

Unlike outdated, single-option methods, ALICE Training® is:

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Options-Based

Instead of relying on a lockdown-only approach, ALICE empowers individuals to assess their situation and choose the most effective response to increase their chances of survival.

Trauma-Informed

Our training is delivered with sensitivity to the emotional and psychological impact of violent events, ensuring that individuals learn strategies in a way that builds confidence without fear.

Age- and Ability-Appropriate

Whether training young students, employees, or those with special needs, ALICE is designed to meet the developmental and cognitive abilities of all participants.

Blended Learning Approach

ALICE combines online eLearning with in-person instruction, offering flexibility while reinforcing critical safety skills.

The ALICE Method: Empowering Individuals with Life-Saving Options

ALICE Training® provides a framework that is adaptable to any situation. Our easy-to-remember acronym instills response options designed to improve survival rates in active shooter incidents.

Alert – Lockdown – Inform – Counter – Evacuate

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Alert – Early recognition of danger is key. Use your senses and available notification systems—such as mobile alerts, emails, or intercom announcements—to respond quickly.

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Lockdown – ALICE’s enhanced lockdown techniques reinforce safety by securing doors, barricading entry points, and preparing individuals for the next best course of action.

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Inform – Real-time information saves lives. Sharing accurate, timely details with those in danger—such as intruder location or movement—helps guide decision-making.

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Counter – As a last resort, Counter disrupts an intruder’s ability to cause harm by using movement, noise, and distractions. Counter is not synonymous with fighting—it’s about creating opportunities to escape or take control.

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Evacuate – When safe, evacuation is the best option. ALICE Training® emphasizes early and quick evacuation, using any available exits to distance yourself from danger.

ALICE is not a step-by-step checklist—it’s an options-based approach that allows individuals to make informed decisions in real-time.

Real Stories. Real Impact.

ALICE Training® has empowered educators, law enforcement officers, and community leaders to take action when it mattered most. Here’s what they have to say:

“This is the best training I’ve ever been to and I’m grateful to Gary And the other instructors. I’ve never felt more empowered. I now have knowledge that there is something I can do, that I don’t have to be passive. Best of all I can provide this information to others. Thank you so much.”
Tasha Lehman

Assistant Administrator, Colonial Manor Nursing Home

“One of the best things about the training is you feel empowered in these types of situations, you feel that you can pass that along to your children, to your employees, to your friends, to anybody you might care about.”
Shannon Joherl

VP of Human Resources, Marc Glassman, Inc.

“As a retired police lieutenant, former SWAT officer and K9 handler, I can’t tell you the number of seminars I have attended. Hands down, yours has been the best I’ve ever attended. My SRO’s agree. Keep up the great work!”
Dave Ford

Director of School Safety Programs, Huber Heights Schools

“I cannot express how much I enjoyed the training. It totally transformed my lockdown mindset and revolutionized my thinking. It was very empowering and we are eager to train our staff and students to employ these measures in the event of such a scenario. I simply cannot say enough wonderful words about the program.”

K-12 School Administrator

“ALICE does have the best training in the country. Their training takes you beyond the basic expectations of active shooter response.”
Vince Harrison

Security & Safety Director, Calvary Albuquerque Church

These testimonials reflect the real-world impact of ALICE Training® — preparing people for the unthinkable and giving them the confidence to act.

Take the Next Step Toward Safety

ALICE Training® is the most effective civilian active shooter response program available. Protect your organization with proven, life-saving strategies today.

Let’s work together to ensure everyone has the knowledge and confidence to respond in a crisis.

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Discover the Freedom of Empowerment

Prepare your people for the worst case scenario with the best possible training. Reach out today for a quote on in-person training sessions, eLearning options or a blend of the two – and discover the freedom of knowing you’ve done everything you could to prevent tragedy.

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