R.A.D. is a nationally recognized rape defense training course designed exclusively for women who are willing to learn aggressive defense tactics for use in situations where their lives are in jeopardy as a result of a violent encounter.

The program, through lecture, discussion and technique training, provides instruction in basic self-defense through topics as awareness, risk reduction and avoidance, and confrontation. These topics are presented by RUPD-N officers in three separate sessions, each three hours in duration. Also, it is recommended, but not required, that participants also take the three-hour hands on skills practice simulation session offered at the conclusion of the three three-hour sessions.