Class Information & Details

Course Active Shooter Level I Train-the-Trainer
Dates Mon Jan 26 - 30 (2026)
Location Joseph Bonacci Training Facility, 215 McClurg Road, Youngstown, OH, 44512
Hosting Agency
Mercy Health Police Department Youngstown
Point of Contact
Steven Fertig (sfertig33@gmail.com / 330-647-0973)
Funding COPS (8-4748) FY25
Description

Active Shooter Level I Train-the-Trainer

Class Size: 24, from multiple agencies
Prerequisite: Licensed law enforcement officer; active or retired (preferred: experience in tactical, firearms, and/or law enforcement training)
Required Equipment: Good attitude, open mind, pen and paper, duty gear, body armor, groin protection, and appropriate clothing for "force-on-force" training (i.e. long sleeve shirt, gloves, etc.) Head, eye, and throat protection will be provided by ALERRT. A laptop or tablet is strongly suggested for reviewing course materials in preparation for the teach back portion of the course.

Description: The train‑the‑trainer course includes the complete delivery of the Active Shooter Level I course of study as well as instructional techniques and methodology for delivering the course, force‑on‑force scenario development, safety protocols and procedures, graded participant teach‑backs, graded participant‑led force‑on‑force scenarios, remediation, video debrief, course critiques, and evaluations. Participants are provided with all lesson plans, PowerPoint presentations, student manuals, and related courseware so that they are immediately prepared to deliver the Active Shooter Level I course at their home agency.