Counter-terrorism

The course provides a structured understanding of terrorism in its historical, strategic and operational dimensions, with the aim of developing participants' ability to recognise risk situations and adopt appropriate preventive behaviour. It is aimed at professionals working in settings exposed to the risk of terrorism, with particular reference to transport infrastructure, public facilities and sensitive sites.

• Definition of terrorism, history of international and national terrorism;
• Terrorist communication and attack strategies;
• The difference between a sensitive target and a target at risk;
• Prevention techniques;
• Behavioural techniques.

To gain an in-depth understanding of terrorism, its communication and attack strategies, and the main prevention techniques and behavioural responses.