Tactical Instruction • Education • Response
TIER Academy is the elite training arm of Tactical Source LLC, delivering advanced, scenario-driven law enforcement and tactical education built on U.S. standards and real-world operational experience. Every TIER course is designed to build competence, confidence, and control under pressure — from breaching and CQB to casualty care and command decision-making.
TIER Academy, the training division of Tactical Source LLC, delivers the same real-world excellence found in our gear — now through advanced tactical education.
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Mission: Raise the standard of tactical readiness through evidence-based instruction, operational realism, and tailored training for
TIER Breaching & Entry Techniques
Breaching is controlled, lawful problem-solving under stress. TIER trains the full spectrum of access methods while preserving team safety, surprise, and momentum.
Core training modules:
- Mechanical breaching (Halligan, ram, pry, hydraulic)
- Ballistic breaching with live door systems
- Thermal and explosive breaching fundamentals (intro & advanced)
- Door/lock/hinge anatomy & failure points
- Entry sequencing, stack management, multi-point entry
- Post-breach containment, communication, and control
Tailorable add-ons:
- Covert entry & lock defeat (policy-aligned)
- Vehicle & bus breaching
- Breaching Safety Officer (BSO) certification track
- Integration with K9 or UAS (drone) reconnaissance
Objective: Gain entry quickly, safely, and lawfully — with repeatable processes that stand up to scrutiny.
TIER Force-on-Force (FoF) Decision Training
Where tactics meet judgment. Using UTM/SIM rounds and full PPE, FoF scenarios pressure-test communication, de-escalation, and lawful decision-making.
Core training modules:
- Dynamic entry & room clearing (single & multi-officer)
- Active threat / ambush response
- Hostage rescue & confined space operations
- Verbalization, lawful orders, and team callouts
- Stress inoculation & after-action review (AAR)
Tailorable add-ons:
- Civil disturbance / crowd management
- Officer-down recovery & casualty evacuation
- School / public-venue active shooter drills
- Multi-agency joint response operations
Objective: Build instinctive, defensible decisions under seconds, cameras, and scrutiny.
TIER Civil Disturbance & Public Order Response
Managing unrest demands more than shields and formations — it requires discipline, coordination, and controlled escalation. The TIER Civil Disturbance & Public Order Response program develops operational readiness for protest, riot, and crowd control environments, ensuring lawful, measured, and effective response under pressure.
Core training modules:
- Foundations of crowd psychology and behavioral assessment
- Public order law, policy, and command authority
- Team formations and coordinated movement (line, wedge, escort, containment)
- Use-of-force continuum in crowd dynamics
- Shield, baton, and protective gear deployment
- Non-lethal options: OC spray, impact munitions, and sound devices
- Arrest and extraction procedures during crowd engagement
- Communication and command in high-stress, multi-agency incidents
Tailorable add-ons:
- Riot control integration with K9 and mounted units
- Use of UAS/drones for crowd monitoring and overwatch
- Vehicle convoy protection and barricade management
- Protest liaison officer communication and de-escalation
- Public/media interface and tactical transparency training
- Night operations and low-light control environments
Objective: Equip officers and command staff to manage civil disorder with professionalism, restraint, and tactical control — maintaining order while upholding rights.
TIER Defensive Tactics: Handcuffing, Baton & Restraints
Control through precision — not force. This program aligns physical tactics with policy, accountability, and officer safety.
Core training modules:
- Standing, kneeling, and prone handcuffing
- Control holds, escorts, and takedowns
- Baton retention, defensive striking, and target selection
- Ground control (single & multiple assailants)
- Use-of-force law, articulation, and documentation
- Officer safety and spatial awareness
Tailorable add-ons:
- Soft restraints & secure transport
- Team-based restraint drills (cell extraction)
- OC/ECD (Taser) integration and transitions
Objective: Achieve fast, safe compliance while minimizing injury and liability.
TIER Tactical Decision-Making Under Stress
Clarity under chaos. Cognitive conditioning meets operational psychology to enhance perception, prioritization, and composure.
Core training modules:
- Threat recognition and prioritization
- Communication under stress
- Situational awareness and bias mitigation
- Leadership models for emergent incidents
- Performance mindset and recovery
Tailorable add-ons:
- Command-level decision-making
- Team communication breakdown analysis
- After-action leadership and report building
Objective: Think clearly, decide decisively, and lead credibly under pressure.
TIER TECC: Tactical Emergency Casualty Care
Bridge the gap before EMS. TECC-certified instructors train life-saving interventions under fire and in high-threat environments.
Core training modules:
- Massive hemorrhage control (tourniquets, wound packing, hemostatics)
- Airway management and casualty positioning
- Chest seals, respiratory assessment, shock management
- Care under fire and casualty extraction
- Rapid trauma assessment and triage
Tailorable add-ons:
- Vehicle/maritime operations
- Remote trauma management
- Fire/EMS integration
Objective: Make every officer medically capable — seconds save lives.
TIER Low-Light / No-Light Operations
Own the dark. Build proficiency and confidence in reduced-visibility operations.
Core training modules:
- Weapon-mounted and handheld light techniques
- Light discipline and signature control
- Low-light marksmanship and movement
- Night vision / IR integration
- Blue-on-blue prevention
Tailorable add-ons:
- Night vehicle stops
- Warehouse / blackout building clearance
- Low-light K9 support
Objective: Dominate environments where visibility disappears.
TIER Active Shooter & Rapid Response
Speed and precision save lives. This course develops first-on-scene response capability for active threat incidents.
Core training modules:
- Solo and team rapid response tactics
- Movement to contact and threat isolation
- Rescue Task Force (RTF) integration
- Civilian extraction and triage
- Incident command in dynamic environments
Tailorable add-ons:
- School, retail, and public-venue adaptation
- Multi-agency coordination
- Post-incident stabilization
Objective: End the threat, save lives, and maintain operational control.
TIER K9 Integration for Tactical Teams
Canine capability multiplies human precision when properly integrated.
Core training modules:
- Tactical deployment and movement
- Suspect location and apprehension
- Search and rescue operations
- Handler-team communication
- Muzzle deployment and scent tracking
Tailorable add-ons:
- Breaching with K9 considerations
- Vehicle deployment and extraction
- Canine first aid and handler safety
Objective: Synchronize human and canine instincts for decisive outcomes.
TIER Firearms Mastery Programs
Go beyond marksmanship — build the combat mindset. Courses available for pistol, rifle, shotgun, and integrated platforms.
Core training modules:
- Marksmanship fundamentals and standards
- Weapons manipulation and transitions
- Malfunction clearing under stress
- Movement, cover, and positional shooting
- Low-visibility and plainclothes operations
Tailorable add-ons:
- CQB live-fire integration
- Designated Marksman / Sniper foundations
- Team communication on the firing line
Objective: Build disciplined, instinctive shooters who perform under pressure.
TIER Physical & Tactical Conditioning
Performance fails where it’s untrained. TIER builds operational endurance, strength, and resilience.
Core training modules:
- Operational fitness assessments
- Strength and endurance conditioning
- Injury prevention and mobility
- Stress exposure and fatigue drills
Tailorable add-ons:
- Agency-specific standards and testing
- Performance tracking and data analysis
- Nutrition and recovery workshops
Objective: Build strong, durable officers who perform when fatigue sets in.
Custom Agency Training (Build Your TIER)
Every agency faces unique challenges. TIER Academy builds custom programs aligned with your mission, policies, and operational environment — delivered on-site or at our facilities.
Contact the TIER Academy:
📧 training@tacticalsource.com
🌐 www.tacticalsource.com
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