Testimonials
Protection & Tactical Medic Course Reviews
Below are just a few comments that students have written on their after-course critique forms. We have included the student’s current or past Military and/or Law Enforcement affiliations so that the reader may get an idea of the student’s perspective. The following comments are from participants of our protection and trauma medical courses.
“I just completed my WPS II training in preparation for an upcoming PSS assignment in Iraq. The reason for my message is simple when I came here to take this DOS certified training course I expected to be way more advanced than the one I took with SECFOR a year ago, Rick, I must say your program is way superior at every level [not including the qualification of heavy automatic weapons of course]. If I was to grade your course [1-10 Scale against the DOS certified one I just completed it would be as follow SECFOR 9 other company 6. So anyways I just wanted to remind you that you are providing high-quality training and encourage you to keep up the good work.”
– Jaime N. WPS II – Apr 2018
“This Tactical medicine course is by far the best I have seen in my 15 years of service in the SEAL teams. The final exercise is as realistic and stressful as I’ve seen in a training environment. They not only hit the wickets for the cert but also provide some unparalleled realistic training scenarios utilizing Hollywood makeup artists and the most knowledgeable instructors in the business.”
– Josh K.SEAL Medic/18D
“My following comments are based upon 23 years of U.S. Army Special Forces experience (retired MSG, 18E, 18F, 18Z) and too many schools to list. As a retiree I have continued to serve in varying capacities for the U.S. Government in service CONUS and OCONUS. I came to this course with an open mind; wanting and willing to broaden my horizons and see what new tactics and techniques are being taught since I originally attended PSD training many years ago.
Protective services is a collective task made up of many implied tasks that an agent must have some degree of competency in. Course instructors have found a way, in a short period of training days, to encompass nearly all tasks necessary to give an untrained individual an introduction to all facets called upon in order to support a protective detail. As for individuals with some sort of training or experience already in PSD operations, they will find a course that is very comprehensive that will build upon what they already know and expound upon their present capabilities.
The staff of instructors possess varying degrees of experience in CONUS and OCONUS PSD operations that ensure they teach you not only “doctrine” is, but what actually works on the ground. They support their instruction with real-time experiences that offer an insight into a rather obscured world surrounded by fiction and movies. They use the approach of crawls, walk, run and apply pressure by analyzing the individual student and push them to draw upon all the tactics, techniques and procedures taught to enure they are as competent as possible considering the short training schedule. All modules of training from Executive Protection to TCCC are encapsulated into your scenarios once you begin HTPS training.
The training model being executed is normally only seen at very high level courses of instruction reserved for Special Operations from my experience.
Please keep up the great work here. What you are doing is important for the industry. I truly appreciate all the hard work all the instructors put into the course behind the scenes putting all this together.“
– Curtis F.
U.S. Army Special Forces – MSG (Ret)
“The course Material was incredible. Most, if not all, techniques taught expanded or surpassed previous schooling taught in U. S. Marine Corps Special Operations”
– Andrew W. – USMC
“The Course has mastered the art of ensuring students retain the knowledge through high stress situations. I have never seen instruction of this caliber before. The instructors showed professionalism, passion for the training, and advanced knowledge of the subjects. The instructors make you want to listen.
I feel the course was absolutely worth the time and money. I strongly believe I now have the necessary skills to enter the field and be an asset to any company I chose to work for.”
– Stephen C. – USMC Recon
“By far the best training I’ve ever had. I learned more here than in the military. Effective techniques, no BS. Would recommend this course to anyone who wants to get into this type of work.
Instructors were very professional and very experienced. The instructors make sure everyone has got the material down.”
– Brice R. – US Army
“This was definitely one of the most realistic training courses I have been to. The classroom material was beneficial when it came to applying the material in the prac-app scenarios. The instructors displayed the best combination of professionalism & experience. I feel confident in my abilities to perform on a high-threat EP team.”
– Sean T. – USMC
“Best course I’ve taken, including 6 years in the military!”
– Victor B. – US Army 3ID 2/69 PSD Team
“Great for pre WPS/Contractor work!”
– Matt S. – Sgt USMC | WPS
“Some of the best live-fire scenarios I’ve participated in. Lots of good info on the one day of medical. Learned more stuff than they (Military) taught in 1-week of CLS (Combat Life Saver), and all in one day! I will recommend the course to others.”
– Jared L. – US Army Ranger
“I passed the WPS program PSS training…. I must say that your course was tremendously helpful in passing the PSS course. I graduated 4th and was a member of the class leadership for the entire duration.”
– Josh L – US Army
“This course was very well taught and real-world based. I learned new things and improved skills I already had, I highly recommend this course to all trying to enhance their skill set. the training was fast paced and relevant. Best medical training of my career! Better than DMOC (LT Course).”
– Ryan T. – SSgt USMC – 4 tours | WPPS
“The Protection Course far exceeded my expectations, especially for a VA funded course. Having completed numerous schools over the span of 23 years in the military, this is far and away one of THE BEST courses I’ve attended. Minimal time in the classroom with maximum time and effort on the range, in the dirt, and in an actual operating environment. This course sets the standard for what all other courses in this industry should strive for. Top notch group of professionals! Each instructor took a sincere interest in sharing their knowledge and experience. I look forward to the opportunity to learn from and work with again in the future.”
– Richard W. – USMC Master Gunnery Sergeant (Ret)
“Hands down the best tactical course I have taken! Even compared to all military courses.”
– Victor F. – USMC
“The amount of subjects taught greatly exceeded my expectations. The hands-on work and realistic training scenarios were top notch! I thought the experience and expertise by the instructors was invaluable and brought a great realism to the course. Good to learn from actual operators.”
– Nick N. – US Army
“Excellent overall course! I have been to a lot of great military and civilian-run courses, but this was without a doubt the most comprehensive course. The thought and planning that went into the course is obvious.”
– Nathan P. – US Navy EOD
“The instructors did outstanding. They cut through the BS and taught us real world things that will actually work. This has by far been the most well rounded school I have ever been to.”
– Waylon W.. – USCM
“The course was excellent. I have been through many training courses, but this one was by far the best. Amazing course!”
– Raul C. – US Army
“Outstanding learning environment. One cannot express in words the better person, and more prepared, you become by attending. It’s about time that a course of this caliber was created. Awesome instructors. Superb knowledge and experience used to our benefit. Not to mention up-to-date instructors that keep going down range to enhance our training.”
– Guildel O. – US Navy
“Best training I have ever received. Very hands-on and efficient teaching. Instructors gave very good individual instruction and care about the well being and learning of the students. Better training in 3 weeks than I ever received in the Marines. The instructors are incredibly knowledgeable and experienced in what they teach, and it shows. They teach what works and what doesn’t.”
– Robert M. – USMC
“I feel this course enhanced me personally and professionally. Personally by enhancing traits such as leadership and awareness; Professionally, by developing skill-sets I didn’t have and enhancing skill-sets that I did have. The instructors were the best; professional, humble, knowledgeable and skillful. I have not had better instructors. The learning environment mixed with these instructors will be the key to my success in my career.”
– Nathan L. – USMC
“This training will be invaluable toward our Specific job (Police SWAT). Every instructor provided great training and shared real life scenarios. Thank you!!!”
– Mike A. – USMC/SWAT
“This was one of the best training courses I have ever taken! The amount of information covered in the amount of time was amazing. Everything covered was realistic and will definitely transfer over to the real world. All the instructors were very knowledgeable and excited to share their wealth of information to us, and also show how it related to their real world experiences.”
– Antwayne S. – US Navy
“All the instructors were great , explained procedures well and took extra time with students that needed extra time to learn a skill.”
– Greg S. – Civilian Security
“The course gave me a greater respect and understanding for this line of work. The training has given me the confidence to pursue this career. The instructors’ experience in the field showed when they taught. The training is beyond what I expected!”
– Estaban C. – USMC
“Best medical training in my 18 years of Law Enforcement!”
– Mike M. – USMC/SWAT
“Real world scenarios taught by real world instructors!”
– Richard G. – USMC
“Instructor staff is second to none. TCCC was excellent!”
– Jake H. – US Navy Corpsman
“The course benefited me very well. Training was excellent in the sense that I was able to take my military training and adapt it easily adding civilian factors. The information learned was relevant to real world experience.”
– Wes B. – US Army
“If we had this training before my deployments, we would have saved a lot of lives. These were among the best instructors I’ve ever met and I’ve spent the last 10 years in training environments. During this course I learned more efficient medical training than I did in 6 years of service in the Marine Corps. They were thorough, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable.”
– Jeremy B. – USMC
