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OUR COURSES

We currently provide three courses.  Attend  one, two, or all three.

HONOR GUARD CLINIC
Course length - Three (3) days

Classroom & Practical

This course is a comprehensive 3-day (24-hour) program which combines classroom instruction with practical hands-on training to ensure a well-rounded learning experience. 

  

This course covers: 

  • Proper wear and appearance of the uniform, including understanding regulations, grooming standards, and uniform accessories. 

  • Basic drill and ceremony, focusing on precision and synchronization of movements. This includes marching, facing, and saluting. 

  • Proper procedures for posting and retrieving the colors during ceremonial events, emphasizing respect and attention to detail. 

  • Techniques and protocols involved in body bearer operations, including the handling and movement of caskets or urns with utmost dignity and respect, as well as draping and folding of the flag. 

  • Loading and unloading procedures for caissons or hearses, ensuring safe and efficient transportation during funeral processions. 

  • Airport ramp operations, teaching participants the protocols and procedures for receiving dignified arrivals of aircraft carrying fallen service members. 

  • Knowledge and skills to perform uniform and ceremonial operations with precision, professionalism, and respect. This course is suitable for military personnel, law enforcement officers, honor guards, and anyone interested in enhancing their understanding of ceremonial procedures. 

FUNERAL OPERATIONS SCHOOL
Course length - Two (2) days

Classroom & Practical

This course is a comprehensive 2-day (16-hour) program, which combines classroom instruction with practical hands-on training to ensure a well-rounded learning experience. 

  

Throughout the course, participants will receive detailed instruction of all types of funerals including Line of Duty Death (LODD), Active Duty, Retiree, and VIP, starting from the time of death and extending to the interment. This includes essential aspects, such as the role of family liaison; casket watch; posting, changing, and retrieving of casket guards; procession (route planning and clearance operations); staging; visitation; funeral ceremony; and graveside operations. Throughout the training, participants will learn how to effectively collaborate with local law enforcement, clergy, and funeral directors to ensure seamless coordination during funeral operations.  

  

The course culminates with a hands-on experience, where participants will have the opportunity to apply their knowledge in real-world scenarios at a funeral home, church, and cemetery. 

UNIT COMMANDER SCHOOL
Course length - Two (2) days

Classroom & Practical

This course is a comprehensive 2-day (16-hour) program which combines classroom instruction with practical hands-on training to ensure a well-rounded learning experience. 

  

This course covers: 

  • Establishing and/or maintaining an honor guard. 

  • Effectively working with agency administration to accomplish critical tasks and objectives. 

  • Recruitment and retention strategies.  

  • Planning and executing training sessions. 

  • Understanding the various funding options available. 

  • Developing proficiency in giving proper drill and ceremony commands.  

  • Techniques and principles behind command presence and use of a command voice. 

INSTRUCTORS

Honoring the fallen .  Preserving Tradition .  Imparting Knowledge .

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"Our instructors have extensive expertise, with over 375 years of operational honor guard experience. Additionally, they have collectively served their communities in emergency services for over 500 years. Their vast knowledge and practical experience enable them to provide valuable and specialized training to our students."

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