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ALERT’s Purpose is to forge extraordinary men who influence their world for Christ.
ALERT utilizes a military-style structure, intentional discipleship, unique experiences, and professional skills training to create an environment that facilitates the forging process. Our goal is to create men who are spiritually sound, physically fit, and ready to serve.
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“Every day at ALERT, I learn to depend on Christ more. I’ve learned there is always room to grow, that I don’t have all the answers, and most importantly, that it is my walk with Him that really matters.”
Kenjie S. | Unit 66
“Before I came to the ALERT program, my life was without direction and purpose. I would spend my time working dead-end jobs and playing video games, and occasionally participating in outdoor activities if invited. After going through Basic training, I saw a glimpse of what I could be if I wanted to change. Over my time at ALERT, I have seen God’s grace to me as my faith and reliance on Him grew. I can say for certain that ALERT has changed my life for the better in terms of leadership, discipline, physical strength, and so much more. I will forever be grateful to this program and the men in it.”
Joshua L. | Unit 64
“The unique tensions and challenges that I faced here forced me to rely on God and get out of my comfort zone. It taught me to behave with conviction, think with clarity, and speak with authority. ALERT gave me a valuable perspective about life, God, and people that I never had before.”
Len N. | Unit 61
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Early Registration Discount deadline
Monday, July 29 is the last day to register for the upcoming training quarter at the early registration price. After the deadline the cost for training increases by $100. This discount covers all 3rd phase training options that start August 31, 2024. The following training options are currently available for the fall quarter: Aviation, Basic Training Cadre, Construction, Diving, EMT, and Technical Rescue.
For more information on our training options, please visit our website at the link in our bio. To register for training, click Battalion in the Quick Links menu.
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Oorah oorah oorah, hey!
Today’s gonna be another easy day.
Push-ups, sit-ups, 2 mile run.
Stuff we do here just for fun.
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Intro to construction
ALERT’s Construction course gives men a solid foundation of construction skills, preparing them to excel in whatever specialty they choose. Through a blend of classroom instruction with industry professionals, hands-on practice, and on the job training and experience, the course offers a unique overview of the construction industry and the knowledge and skills needed to succeed. Topics covered include:
• Drywall
• Flooring
• Painting
• Carpentry
• Plumbing 101
• Electrical 101
• General Contracting
• Reading blueprints & measurements
• Operation of basic job site equipment
• Bidding jobs
For more information on the Construction 3rd Phase course, please contact us at the link in our bio.
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"Trying to do the Lord’s work in your own strength is the most confusing, exhausting, and tedious of all work. But when you are filled with the Holy Spirit, then the ministry of Jesus just flows out of you." — Corrie Ten Boom
Photos from the July 2024 Deployment to Rogers, Arkansas.
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Act fast to get the discounted price!
We are discounting our upcoming Nitrox Dive class that starts July 31 by $400. This class is a “getaway vacation” for ALERT men. We will be staying in a beach resort in Panama City, FL, diving in some crystal springs, going on a boat dive, playing volleyball, and swimming in the ocean. You are welcome to ride with ALERT transportation from our Big Sandy campus, or fly into Panama City, FL, and meet us there. There is an online component that must be completed before the start date, and you will need to provide your size shirt, weight, and shoe size for this class.
To register, visit www.alertacademy.com/alumni/classes.
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Bringing Christ to the nations
The ALERT’s Missions course helps students consider what it means to live lives that show Christ to a dying world, both at home and abroad. Each class goes on an international trip to get experience in cross-cultural missions work, and to see how God is working around the world. Additionally, classes in evangelism, leadership, bible study methods, and more are paired with practical skills training to equip the men to serve wherever our King may lead.
Photo from the 24-1 Missions class trip to Iraq.
The next Missions class starts August 31. For more information, or to register, visit the link in our bio.
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Throwback Thursday
Basic Training Unit 6 on one of their hikes. Unit 6 was in training from July 17 through September 9, 1995, one of four Basic Training units that took place in 1995. For more photos of Unit 6, visit our Flickr account: https://www.flickr.com/photos/alertacademy/albums
Lift your left (huh)
Left pick it up your left (uh, huh)
Le---ft, right your left (pump, pump, pump, pump it up)
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Strength and Honor
Men who serve as Basic Training Cadre bear the responsibility of demonstrating to a new ALERT unit what it means to be an ALERT man, and, more importantly, a man of God. They lead, guide, and mentor the recruits for the duration of Basic Training. It is a privilege and a responsibility to join the long line of men who have served as Cadre ever since the first ALERT unit.
The next Basic Training Cadre unit starts August 31.
For more information on Basic Training Cadre, please see the link in our bio.
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If you are Christians, be consistent. Be Christians out and out; Christians every hour, in every part. Beware of halfhearted discipleship, of compromise with evil, of conformity to the world, of trying to serve two masters – to walk in two ways, the narrow and the broad, at once. It will not do. Halfhearted Christianity will only dishonor God, while it makes you miserable. - Horatius Bonar
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When an emergency happens or lives are at stake, will you be ready?
ALERT’s EMT program takes students through a focused course on pre-hospital emergency care that includes two weeks of clinical training in the emergency room and on an ambulance. In addition, practical scenarios throughout the course simulate the experience of working in the field and help prepare students for a career in emergency medicine.
The next EMT course starts August 31. For more information, or to register, visit our website at the link in our bio.
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Throwback Thursday
Basic Training Unit 5. Unit 5 was in training from April 3 to June 8, 1995. For more photos of Unit 5, visit our Flickr account: https://www.flickr.com/photos/alertacademy/albums