What is VIRT and why is it important?
The VIRT program (Violent Intruder Response Training) is a course everyone should take to be prepared for the unexpected!
This training will equip you with options to keep yourself and possibly others safe during violent encounters. In today's world, this could be at a gas station, convenience store, salon, coffee shop, certainly at work and school!
The program covers options to stay safe and when to use them. If gunshots are heard in a distance, it doesn't make sense to "lockdown" if you could run and escape to safety. We will cover when lockdown is the best choice. You have options. It is critical to know them AHEAD OF TIME. Join our course!!
Our course teaches the ALICE Model. (Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, Evacuate) in a 90 minute format to allow for questions/scenarios.
When are classes held?
Fall 2026 VIRT Schedule coming soon!
Please check back for updates.
There is NO need to register for the OPEN sessions above, simply join with the ZOOM meeting ID of your choice. We look forward to your attendance!
Custom classes are held by request for workgroups, departments, divisions, clubs, organizations, etc. To schedule a CUSTOM IN PERSON class, please contact Sgt. Rafael Chavez by email at rchavez46@ucmerced.edu (All we need is a possible training date and location with a projector- the course is 1.5 hours long)
You can also call the Police Department at (209) 228-2677 for more information.
