Responding to Active Violence Situations
AVIRT Training
In an emergency situation, every second counts. AVIRT (Active Violence Emergency Response Training) is designed to equip individuals and organizations with the skills to respond effectively to an active violence or active shooter scenario.
AHA-Certified Instructors
Real-World Code Scenarios
Hands-On Megacode Practice
Flexible Blended Learning
AVIRT Certification
The AVERT course includes in-person instruction and course components include:
- Recognizing warning signs of potential violence
- Escape, evade, or attack strategies in active shooter situations
- How to apply direct pressure, tourniquets, and wound packing to control bleeding
- Coordinating with emergency responders
- Developing an emergency action plan
- Practicing drills and simulations
- Includes: HSI AVIRT Certification
- Cost: Varies by location
- 100% Pass Guarantee
BENEFITS
Benefits of the avirt Course
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Features
What You'll Learn in avirt Training
In our BLS course, you’ll learn advanced life-saving skills necessary for healthcare providers:
Threat Identification & Prevention
How to recognize early warning signs and prevent potential incidents
Active Shooter Response
Steps to take in the event of an active shooter situation, including escape, barricading, and fighting back if necessary
Tactical First Aid
Providing immediate, life-saving care to victims of violence, including hemorrhage control and basic trauma care
Run, Hide, Fight
Run, Hide, FightProviding immediate, life-saving care to victims of violence, including hemorrhage control and basic trauma care
Team Dynamics
Coordinating with others during an emergency response to improve efficiency and safety
Crisis Communication
How to communicate during a crisis, both with authorities and within your organization
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should take AVIRT training?
AVERT is for anyone who wants to be better prepared for active shooter situations or other acts of violence — including individuals, employees, school staff, faith leaders, and healthcare workers.
Does this course include hands-on training?
Yes. You’ll practice bleeding control techniques and engage in simulated emergency scenarios to reinforce response strategies.
Is this certification recognized?
Yes. Participants receive a nationally recognized HSI AVERT Certification upon successful completion.
How is AVIRT different from other active shooter trainings?
AVERT uniquely combines active shooter response with trauma response training — giving you both the tools to act and the ability to save lives after a violent event.
Can AVIRT be taught at our facility?
Yes! We provide on-site AVERT training for schools, corporations, healthcare facilities, churches, and more. Contact us to set up a private session.
