Headquartered in Carmel, New York, The Paladin Center ,was founded as a consortium of professionals and privately owned corporations whose primary focus is to support the Nation's first responders. Our mission: "Preparing Those Who Protect Us" The Paladin Center is a New York based professional and continuing education venue specializing in public safety and tactical defense training built on Department of Homeland Security, Department of Justice, and Department of Defense protocols. Paladin's programs, objectives, and deliverables are designed and delivered by seasoned operators whose mission is to serve and protect the people and assets of our Nation. First response is not just about law enforcement or terrorist incursion. First response encompasses a strategic variety of disciplines: Police, FIre Rescue, EMS, Corporate, Military and Civilian.