SIA Close Protection Course

The Edexcel Level 3 BTEC Certificate in Close Protection Operations is a 140-hour qualification consisting of 1 unit: Working as a Close Protection Operative.

The course covers the following:

• Legislation that is relevant to people working in the Close Protection industry
• Roles and Responsibilities of a Close Protection Operative
• The importance of Threat Assessment and Risk Management
• Surveillance techniques
• Venue Security operations
• Designing and demonstrating operational planning
• The importance of interpersonal skills
• The importance of team work
• The importance of reconnaissance
• How to conduct Close Protection foot drills
• The importance of planning and selecting routes
• Vehicle movement tactics and operations
• Search techniques and procedures for Close Protection operations
• How to apply conflict management techniques while providing Close Protection

During this part of the course we also dedicate time to:

• Interview Techniques and CV writing
• Understanding the Private Security Industry
• Completion of the SIA Licence Application Form
• Unarmed Combat Skills
• Bringing in experts (and potential employers) working within the Private Security Industry

Please note there will be a weekend break part way through this module during which candidates will be asked to complete individual assignments. The Module culminates in a realistic close protection exercise.

Assessment

In order to achieve the qualification candidates must pass the following:

• an externally set and externally marked multiple-choice test
• an internally set and internally assessed portfolio, which includes a practical assessment.

Certification:

Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Close Protection

This course is offered either residentail or non-residential, and can also include our CP Team Medic for just an additional £300 + VAT.