About us

we are on a mission of peace thru education

Our goal is to cultivate critical thinking skills, ignite a passion for peace, and enhance students' confidence in the value of nuclear deterrence in preventing war. Our courses are tailored for the U.S. National Security workforce and military but are well suited for the interested public around the world regardless of their level of experience.

Quality Content

Our thought-provoking courses engage the student and challenge the collective narrative. From the novice to the seasoned professional, our students explore the "peace through strength" deterrence concept in a real and dangerous world.

EXCEPTIONAL EXPERIENCE

Our courses incorporate insightful video lecture presentations, curated article readings, and informative videos and podcasts; taught by current or former national security practitioners and operators with real-life experience and applied knowledge.

sTUDENT Connection

We share a passion for teaching and sharing our knowledge with students from ALL walks of life and around the world; offering concise learning opportunities that can build to resume boosting certificates and micro-credentials.

Customer Service

We provide military, industry, and gov't agencies with exceptional customer service through the agile design and delivery of focused and distinct lessons for specific workforce education requirements.
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“Preparing the next generation of deterrence and arms control leaders across the government and among allies and partners is a critical task. We will sustain and strengthen…the professional development of Service members and civilians working in and supporting the nuclear field.”                  — 2022 U.S. National Security Strategy
Our team

Meet our Administrative team

James Petrosky, Ph.D
NIDS President and Online Instructor
"Online learning is central to our mission at the National Institute for Deterrence Studies. We are committed to providing effective and efficient national security and deterrence education to anyone who wants to learn, explore, and grow."
Curtis McGiffin, MSSI, MAS
NIDS Vice President for Education and Online Instructor Lead

"Online learning has emerged as a crucial component of our global society. NIDS Academy has collaborated with LearnWorlds to provide high-quality, affordable online courses aimed at national security practitioners and organizations interested in understanding the significance of deterrence."

Alexis Schlotterback, MS
NIDS Academy Administrator

"Providing easily accessible online deterrence-education courses is our Academy's mission and my personal goal. Informing a culture of peace and stability through national strength, one student at a time."