Alberta Basic Security Training
The mandatory first step to get licensed and hired in Alberta's security industry.
- ✓Fully prepares you for the provincial ABST licensing exam
- ✓Legal authorities, patrol procedures, emergency response & conflict management
- ✓Certificate of Completion + industry-recognized credential
2-Day Use of Force Foundations
Build the tactical foundation every security professional needs — movement, control, and pressure-tested judgment.
- ✓Tactical positioning, subject control, and safe takedown techniques
- ✓De-escalation, breakfalls, controlled escorting and restraint
- ✓Scenario exercises that build real decision-making under stress
Use of Force & Baton Course
The full tactical toolkit — baton deployment, use of force law, and post-incident articulation.
- ✓Baton deployment, target zones, pressure points, and team tactics
- ✓Use of Force law, stress inoculation, and arrest procedures
- ✓Practical scenarios and post-incident reporting articulation
COPAT Testing
The Canadian Occupational Physical Ability Test — required for law enforcement hiring across Alberta.
- ✓Standardized fitness test used by law enforcement agencies across Canada
- ✓Circuit-based stations: push/pull, stair climb, dummy drag, and balance
- ✓Official results provided — accepted for most Alberta municipal police applications
PARE Testing
The Physical Abilities Requirement Evaluation — mandatory for RCMP applicants and many federal enforcement roles.
- ✓Official RCMP-standard test: obstacle course, push/pull, and controlled fall
- ✓Must be completed in under 4:45 — we'll help you train and test on the same day
- ✓Results valid for RCMP applications and recognized federal/provincial agencies
Alberta Basic Security Training
Our Alberta Basic Security Training course prepares individuals to enter the security industry with the knowledge and confidence required to succeed in the field.
This in-person course covers legal authorities, communication, report writing, patrol procedures, emergency response, professionalism, and conflict management. Students are prepared for the provincial licensing exam and gain practical insight from instructors with active public safety experience.
Ideal For:
- New security professionals
- Justice Studies students
- Individuals pursuing careers in public safety
Includes:
- In-person instruction
- Exam preparation
- Practical scenarios and discussion
- Certificate of Completion
2-Day Control & Defensive Tactics (CT & DT)
This hands-on training program introduces recruits and security professionals to the foundations of tactical movement, positioning, control tactics, and safe subject management.
The course combines classroom theory with practical mat training and scenario-based exercises designed to build confidence, communication, and decision-making under stress.
Topics Include:
- Legal authorities and principles
- Tactical positioning and movement
- De-escalation and communication
- Breakfalls and tactical recovery
- Escorting techniques and controlled takedowns
- Control tactics and team response
- Scenario-based training
- Articulation through the investigator’s lens
Ideal For:
- Security professionals
- Public safety personnel
- Justice Studies students
Tactical Handcuffing & Arrest Procedures
This course focuses on lawful arrest procedures, handcuffing techniques, searching procedures, escort positioning, and subject control. Recruits are taught how to safely apply restraints while maintaining officer and public safety, communication, and professionalism.
Topics Include:
- Arrest authorities
- Handcuff application
- Standing, kneeling, and prone cuffing
- Escort positioning
- Subject searching
- Team communication
- Scenario-based practical exercises
Ideal For:
- Security professionals
- Public safety personnel
- Individuals seeking practical custody management skills
CLAss-001
Use of Force & Baton Certification Course
This advanced course expands upon the foundations introduced in the 2-Day Control & Defensive Tactics program by integrating baton deployment, arrest procedures, advanced control tactics, tactical decision-making, team response concepts, stress response theory, scenario-based application, and post-incident considerations.
Topics Include:
- Legal authorities, Use of Force law and arrest procedures
- Tactical principles
- Baton deployment and target zones
- Pressure point applications
- Stress response theory
- Team tactics and communication
- Scenario-based training and articulation
- Post-incident considerations
Ideal For:
- Security professionals
- Public safety personnel
- Organizations requiring advanced tactical training
Tactical Communications & De-Escalation
This course teaches practical communication strategies designed to improve professionalism, influence, conflict resolution, and crisis management in high-stress environments. Training focuses on verbal de-escalation, tactical presence, emotional control, and decision-making during rapidly evolving incidents.
Topics Include:
- Tactical communication principles
- Verbal de-escalation strategies
- Conflict management
- Active listening
- Professional presence
- Communication under stress
- Scenario-based exercises
Ideal For:
- Security professionals
- Healthcare security
- Public safety personnel
- Supervisors and team leads
Career Consultation & Interview Preparation (CC&IP)
Our CC&IP program is designed to help candidates prepare for careers in security, public safety, and related professions. Sessions focus on interview preparation, confidence building, resume review, articulation, and structured response development.
Topics Include:
- Interview preparation
- STAR format coaching
- Scenario and behavioural questions
- Resume and cover letter review
- Communication and articulation
- Professional presentation
- Mock interviews
Ideal For:
- Security professionals
- Aspiring Peace Officers
- Justice Studies students
- Individuals preparing for public safety careers
Corporate & Customized Training Programs
STRIKE Training Systems offers customized training solutions tailored to the operational needs of organizations, security companies, healthcare environments, and public-facing teams.
Customized programs may include:
- Use of force and control tactics
- Tactical communication
- Scenario-based training
- Team response exercises
- Workplace violence response
- Report writing and articulation
- Supervisor development