Built for Critical Incidents. Backed by Experience.
We train first responders to lead through chaos with clarity, confidence, and control. Built on real-world insights from high-stakes critical incidents, our training delivers practical tools to enhance tactical performance, sharpen decision-making, and strengthen mindset under pressure. Because performance under stress isn’t luck. It’s trained.
When Critical Incident Training Matters Most
When chaos strikes, hesitation can cost lives. At Bitsko Consulting, we teach first responders how to perform under pressure by managing the emotional and physiological stress that comes with critical incident response. This video offers a glimpse into the kind of high impact, experience driven training we deliver. Our focus is on building calm, clear thinking under pressure so first responders can respond effectively.
Speaking Engagements
Police Resiliency And Critical Incident Mindset Training
The Police Resiliency and Critical Incident Mindset course gives first responders the tools to perform under pressure, on duty and off. Built around real world experience and current research on stress and decision making, the training focuses on emotional regulation, tactical mindset, and leadership in high stakes environments.
Upcoming Book Release: The Courage to Live
In The Courage to Live (releasing October 1st), Josh Bitsko explores what it means to lead with resilience and face fear head-on. Drawing from his experience as one of three officers to breach the suspect’s door during the One October Las Vegas Mass Shooting, the deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history, and other critical incidents, he shares powerful insights into leadership under pressure.
Through personal stories and practical tools, Josh helps others learn how to show up with courage when it matters most. As an instructor with decades of experience, he brings these lessons to life in a way that is honest, impactful, and easy to apply. Students leave with a stronger sense of purpose and real-world tools they can use right away.
Tabletop Exercises
Bitsko Consulting leads high-impact tabletop exercises that prepare agencies for real-world critical incidents. Our scenarios are designed to strengthen communication, improve decision making under pressure, and expose gaps before the real call comes in. Each session is grounded in real experience and tailored to your team’s unique operational needs.
Josh's Awards
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LVMPD Medal of Valor
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SWAT Operation
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LVMPD Medal of Valor
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One October Response to Suspect Room
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NAPO Top Cop – 2018
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LVMPD Meritorious Service Medal
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LVMPD Unit Exemplary Service Award
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Nevada POST Certifications Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, and Supervisor
Free Training.
Real World Tools.
Subscribe to get instant access to a recorded webinar with Josh Bitsko on critical incident mindset and officer resilience, drawn from his real-world experience on critical incidents.
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