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Tactical & military programs

Available Training Opportunities

Our tactical training programs are delivered by seasoned military operators and Federal LEOs with extensive backgrounds in special operations. Instruction is grounded in real-world operational experience and focuses on developing mission-ready capabilities across a wide range of tactical disciplines. Training offerings include close-quarters battle and close-quarters combat (CQB/CQC), man-tracking and counter-tracking, rural patrolling and movement, night vision operations, and tactical medical care, including Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) and Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (TECC). Programs are available as standardized curricula or fully customized solutions tailored to agency-specific mission profiles, threat environments, and operational objectives. 


If you don't see a program of your interest below, give us a call to see if we can customize a program to fit your agency or departments needs (800) 718-1597 or nrrieducation@gmail.com We are an educational partner with the Committee for Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (Co-TECC).

Tactical Medical Courses

Tactical Emergency Casualty Care

$185 - $350

During this 16 hour course you'll learn the skills and procedures used in a high-threat, pre-hospital care environment. This course meets TCCC guidelines and is instructed by seasoned military operators and urban paramedics. CEUs available in most states.

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Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC)

$250

During this 2 day (16 hour) course you'll learn various methods of intervention to perform in a tactical medical setting. Learning how to conduct medical care under fire is training that any LEO or military personnel should possess.  This is the Tier I version. We can provide Tier II, III & IV.

Tactical Emergency Medical Support (TEMS)

$375 - 499

The Tactical Emergency Medical Support (TEMS) for SWAT course (2 - 5 days) prepares medical providers and tactical operators to deliver immediate, threat-informed medical care during high-risk law enforcement operations. The course integrates tactical movement, threat mitigation considerations, and evidence-based trauma care consistent with TECC/TCCC principles while operating within SWAT operational frameworks. 

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If you'd like to host a course, need a customized course or are looking for a private course instructed at your agency, give us a call or email us at (800) 718-1597‬ or nrrieducation@gmail.com

Tactical Courses & Programs

Basic Man-Tracking

$85

This program provides comprehensive instruction in human tracking across a wide range of wilderness environments and terrain types. Participants will learn advanced tracking methodologies, as well as counter-tracking techniques and related tactical considerations essential for effective tracking operations in diverse operational settings. 

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Man-Tracking Specialist (MTS)

$199

During this 2 day (16 hour) course you'll learn all of the methods of tracking subjects in various environments on varying terrain.  A basic knowledge of tracking animals and humans in a wilderness environment is recommended.  

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Night Vision Operations (NVG)

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We offer various types of night vision based programs. Our instructors in this field are current or former Tier I & II Military Operators. Please call our office to schedule a program for your agency as these are specific to your needs. (800) 718-1597

Remote Fugitive Apprehension Specialist

$$$

This course is designed for law enforcements personnel who are operating in wilderness, mountainous or remote environments. During this 2 day course, participants will learn all of the necessary skills for operating in these environments while pursuing a subject. Skills included, but not limited to, are man tracking, semi-technical and technical terrain, extended operations, counter-tracking and much more!

VBSS-Visit, Board, Search & Seizure

$$$

Info coming soon!

Close Quarters Battle/Combat (CQB/CQC)

$275

CQB tactics focus on dominating a confined space quickly and decisively, often before the enemy has time to react effectively.  These courses are instructed by Tier I & II military operators and retired Federal Law Enforcement Officers with decades of real-world experience.  This course is 7 to 8 hours.

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Tactical Rope Technician (TRT)

$499

During this 4 day training program you'll learn how to operate in a tactical setting while on rope for high angle entry, access, egress, and insertion purposes. You will be able to adapt any roping method and apply it to any environment where roping will expedite or meet your mission goals. 

If you'd like to host a course or are looking for a private course instructed at your agency, give us a call or email us at (800) 718-1597‬ or nrrieducation@gmail.com

Tactical Program Package

Discounted Rate!

If you're interested in multiple programs, this is a great way to enroll in various courses to get all of the skills you'll need to perform as a tactical operator! This includes four of the above courses!  CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE!

Tactical Training Pictures

    STOP THE BLEED program

     The Stop the Bleed campaign was initiated by a federal interagency workgroup convened by the National Security Council Staff, The White House. This collaborative effort was led by the American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma (ACS COT) to bring knowledge of bleeding control to the public and build national resilience.


    Stop the Bleed courses train the public to save lives through three basic actions to stop life-threatening bleeding following everyday emergencies and man-made and natural disasters. Advances made by military medicine and research in hemorrhage control during the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq have informed the work of this initiative which exemplifies translation of knowledge back to the homeland to the benefit of the general public.

    STOP THE BLEED & NRRI

    The National Rescue & Response Institute is an Educational License holder for the STOP THE BLEED program through the US Department of Defense and the STOP THE BLEED Program.

    How to Enroll in a Course

    We offer in-person or virtual courses. If you, or your agency, would like to schedule an in-person class, you can contact us at: nrrieducation@gmail.com or (800) 718-1597 If you'd like to take an online course, you can register here: BOOK NOW!

    S.E.R.E. - SUrvive, Evade, Resist & Escape

    S.E.R.E. Level A (Beginner/Moderate Risk)

    During this 2 day, overnight training, you'll learn the basics of wilderness survival, how to efficiently navigate technical terrain for access and escape so you'll be climbing cliffs, rappelling, swimming through swiftwater and much more! We also go over basic hand to hand combat and various self defense methods. So join us on this awesome training conducted by former Military Operators!

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    S.E.R.E. Level B (Intermediate/Moderate Risk)

    During this 2 day, overnight training, you'll learn advanced wilderness survival, advanced terrain negotiating techniques for rock climbing, rappelling and scrambling. We go over defensive and aggressive swimming tactics for swiftwater/river environments for escape methods.  We also go over intermediate hand to hand combat and various self defense methods along with weaponry. So join us on this awesome training instructed by former Tier I & II Military Operators!

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    Tracking - Human & animal

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    Our Programs

    We offer training in man-tracking, animal tracking, and counter-tracking.  Our programs have been taught to military, law enforcement (municipal, county, state and Federal), search & rescue, fire service, civilians and many others! Our programs all have set curriculum that has been tested in every environment dealing with every available substrate so you're sure to get the training you're looking for. Our instructors are experts in this field and we also have direct access to world-renowned experts in this discipline.

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    Man/Human-Tracking

    This skillset is becoming more and more popular as military conflicts develop in remote environments and fugitives have been venturing into the wilderness. This is also a foundational skillset for search & rescue professionals while searching for a lost subject. Knowing how to track a subject through any environment will expedite the search and apprehension process. Visit our Tactical Course page for tracking certification courses.

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    Animal Tracking

    This skillset is great for hunters an survivalists! It's also informative to know what type of wildlife is in your area while in the wilderness.. Knowing how to track an animal and/or recognize it by its tracks it a priceless skill as a hunter, survivalist or backcountry responder/operator.

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    Tracking Forensics (Phase I)

    This foundational course provides a comprehensive introduction to Human Tracking Forensics and establishes functional field skills in identification, interpretation, and application of human track and trace evidence.  BOOK NOW!

    Tracking Forensics (Phase II)

    This is the next phase in the tracking forensics program that improves on previous skills and brings the "tracker" into the intermediate and advanced levels.

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    We can offer this program in any location and any environment.

    If your organization, agency or department would like to host a course at your location, give us a call or email today (800) 718-1597 or nrrieducation@gmail.com  Please check out the calendar below for current course locations, details and registration information.

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    Rescue task force (rtf)

    Our Programs

    NRRI’s Rescue Task Force Courses prepare responders to operate as an integrated, multi-discipline team during complex, high-risk incidents. Built for fire, EMS, law enforcement, and technical rescue personnel, this program focuses on coordinated movement, force protection, rapid patient access, and efficient extraction in unstable and evolving environments. 


    Students train in realistic scenarios that mirror disasters, mass-casualty events, and technical rescue deployments, emphasizing communication, leadership, and operational decision-making under pressure. The result is a task force that can deploy quickly, work seamlessly across agencies, and deliver life-saving capabilities when time and conditions are critical. 

    Rescue Task Force Courses

    The following courses are designed for different levels of operations on a scene or incident where a Rescue Task Forces has deployed.

    Rescue Task Force Awareness

    $49

    This 2 hour virtual course introduces responders to the core concepts, structure, and operational roles within a rescue task force during complex and high-threat incidents. Participants gain an understanding of interagency coordination, scene safety principles, and how medical and rescue elements integrate with law enforcement and command to support rapid life-saving operations. 


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    Rescue Task Force Operator

    $299

    This 2 day course delivers intensive, hands-on training that prepares responders to function effectively within a multidisciplinary task force during high-risk, dynamic incidents. Students practice movement techniques, team coordination, casualty access, and rapid extraction in realistic scenarios that build confidence, communication, and operational effectiveness under stress. 


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    Rescue Task Force Commander

    $325

    During this 2 day course prepares leaders to direct and coordinate rescue task force operations during complex, high-risk incidents involving multiple agencies. The course emphasizes command structure, interagency communication, risk management, and strategic decision-making to ensure safe, efficient, and unified life-saving operations in rapidly evolving environments. 


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    If you'd like to host a course, need a customized course or are looking for a private course instructed at your agency, give us a call or email us at (800) 718-1597‬ or nrrieducation@gmail.com

    Aerial Operations Training

    Advanced Aviation-Integrated Rescue & Response Programs

     The National Rescue & Response Institute (NRRI) delivers advanced Aerial Operations training designed for agencies and response teams operating in complex, time-critical, and high-risk environments. These programs focus on the safe, efficient integration of rotary-wing aviation assets into rescue, emergency response, and disaster operations.


    Our training prepares personnel to operate confidently around aircraft, conduct aerial insertion and extraction, and support aviation-based rescue missions while reducing operational risk to aircrew and ground teams.


     

    Program Overview


    Modern rescue and response operations increasingly rely on aviation assets to access remote, austere, or rapidly evolving environments. NRRI Aerial Operations training emphasizes real-world aviation integration, not just theory.


    Students learn to safely work in and around helicopters while understanding the limitations, risks, and coordination requirements inherent to aerial missions. Training focuses on operational decision-making, communications, aircraft safety zones, load management, and mission coordination between air and ground elements.

    Who This Training Is For

    NRRI Aerial Operations programs are designed for:

    • Fire & Rescue Departments
    • Search & Rescue (SAR) Teams
    • Law Enforcement & Tactical Units
    • Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
    • Disaster Response & USAR Teams
    • Military & Government Agencies
    • Specialized Technical Rescue Teams
       

    Programs are scalable and customizable based on mission profile, aircraft availability, and agency authority having jurisdiction (AHJ).

    Core Training Topics

    Aviation Safety & Risk Management

    • Aircraft hazard awareness
    • Rotor wash, downwash, and debris management
    • Landing zone (LZ) selection, preparation, and control
    • Personal protective equipment (PPE) considerations
    • Crew Resource Management (CRM) principles

    Aerial Insertion & Extraction

    • Static and dynamic insertion techniques
    • Aircraft approach and departure procedures
    • Personnel and equipment movement around aircraft
    • Emergency procedures and abort criteria

    Long-Line & External Load Awareness

    • Fundamentals of long-line and sling load operations
    • Load stability and weight considerations
    • Ground team coordination with aircrew
    • Safety zones and operational limitations

    Hoist & Short-Haul Operations (Awareness to Operations)

    • Hoist system fundamentals
    • Ground and air coordination roles
    • Patient packaging and attachment considerations
    • Mission planning and contingency management

    Mission Planning & Interagency Integration

    • Aviation mission planning
    • Communications and air-to-ground coordination
    • Interagency aviation integration during disasters
    • SOP development and operational frameworks

    Learning Outcomes

     Upon completion, participants will be able to:

    • Operate safely and confidently around rotary-wing aircraft
    • Support aerial insertion, extraction, and hoist operations
    • Understand aviation limitations and risk factors
    • Communicate effectively with aircrew and command staff
    • Integrate aviation assets into technical rescue and disaster operations
    • Reduce operational risk through sound decision-making and planning


     

     

    Course Delivery & Customization

     

    NRRI Aerial Operations training can be delivered as:

    • Stand-alone courses
    • Integrated modules within other NRRI programs
    • Agency-specific custom training
    • Disaster response or operational readiness training
       

    Programs can be conducted on-site at your facility, at operational training locations, or in conjunction with existing aviation units when available.

    Prerequisites & Requirements

    Prerequisites vary based on course scope and operational level, but may include:

    • Prior rescue or emergency response training
    • Medical clearance and physical readiness
    • Agency authorization for aviation operations
    • Required PPE and equipment (provided upon request)
       

    NRRI works directly with agencies to ensure prerequisites align with mission needs and policy requirements.

    Why Train with NRRI

    • Nationally recognized technical rescue training provider
    • Extensive experience in aviation-integrated rescue operations
    • Instructor cadre with military, federal, and disaster response backgrounds
    • Programs designed for real-world operational use, not just compliance
    • Customizable curricula built around agency mission profiles

    If your agency or department has aviation capabilities, or are looking to add aviation capabilities, our expert staff can customize or develop a program for your agency. Give us a call to email in the office to discuss:  (800) 718-1597 or nrrieducation@gmail.com

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