Blue to Gold | University

In law enforcement, seconds matter. The difference between a safe resolution and a deadly encounter often comes down to recognizing threats early and acting decisively. This mini course focuses on giving officers the skills and knowledge to spot danger before it unfolds and respond effectively to protect themselves and others.

In Seconds for Survival, you’ll learn how to bridge the reactionary gap that can put you at risk. Using real-world examples and a science-based approach, this course teaches you to recognize pre-incident indicators, read body language, and trust your intuition to stay ahead of the threat.

What You’ll Learn

• Pre-Incident Indicators
  Learn the behaviors and signals that warn of a potential attack.
  
  

• The Danger of Denial
  Understand how denial can delay your response and put you in harm’s way.
  
  

• Body Language Clues for Danger
  Recognize nonverbal cues that indicate a suspect might become violent.
  
  

• Left of Bang Philosophy
  Apply the concept of identifying threats before they happen.
  
  

• The Power of Intuition
  Develop the ability to trust your gut and act on subtle warning signs.
  
  

• The Deadly Mix
  Understand how certain factors combine to increase danger for officers.
  
  

• De-Escalation Tactics
  Learn how to calm situations before they escalate.
  
  

• From Anomaly to the Threat
  Spot small changes in behavior or environment that signal danger.
  
  

• Successful Performance Under Stress
  Gain strategies to maintain control and make sound decisions in high-stress situations.

By the end of this class, you’ll be better prepared to recognize and respond to threats in the field. You’ll know how to keep yourself safe while carrying out your duties effectively.

Certificate: 1 Hour

Credit: In-service credit available in many states