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Level 3 Certificate in Close Protection

In order to work in close protection in the UK, close protection officers must have attended an accredited SIA close protection course, hold a valid Health & Safety Executive First Aid at Work certificate and passed a criminal background check.

The 15 day course, covers all key competencies mandatory for close protection operations, from threat and risk assessment to defensive driver training and communication and conflict management skills. The course also provides operatives with practical scenario exercises to give participants the chance to practice the skills and techniques they have been taught.

About the course

Our SIA accredited courses cover all key competencies mandatory for close protection operations. In addition, our instructors will be able to recommend available employment routes open to you. The course covers:

Close Protection Specialist Module

Roles and Responsibilities of the Close Protection Operative
Threat and Risk Assessment
Surveillance Awareness
Operational Planning
Law and Legislation
Interpersonal Skills
Close Protection Teamwork and Briefing
Conduct Reconnaissance
Close Protection Foot Drills
Route Selection
Close Protection Journey Management
Search Procedures
Incident Management
Venue Security

Conflict Management Module

Avoiding Conflict and Reducing Personal Risk

Defusing Conflict

Resolving and Learning from Conflict

Application of Communication Skills and Conflict Management for Security Guarding and Close Protection

Practical scenario exercises

The course provides operatives with all the skills they need to deal effectively with the challenges they are likely to face as a close protection operative. Mixing theory with practical, the course devotes considerable time and attention to practical scenario exercises to give participants the chance to practice the skills and techniques they have been taught. The course concludes with a real life, practical final close protection exercise.

FREE Further Training:

FREE Networking, Writing and updating your CV
FREE Micro Expression Training & Body Language (Vital for CP Operatives)

Physical Intervention & Handcuffing Course

If you would also like 2 unique BTEC qualifications then we can provide this at only £400 for both courses.

* BTEC Level 2 Intermediate Award in Physical Restraint Practice for Security Staff and Door Supervisors - £250

* BTEC Level 2 Award in the Safe and Effective Use of Restraint Equipment (Handcuffing) - £150

First Aid Requirement

When applying for your SIA licence you will be required to produce evidence that you have attained a HSE recognised First Aid at Work qualification. We will provide you with First Aid Training at a reduced cost of only £100 to enable you to gain your SIA Licence to Practice.

• Level 2 First Aid at Work - 3 day course (HSE approved)

Our Instructors are the REAL DEAL!

No other training provider goes further than us in Scotland!

Our Instructors are all CP qualified and highly experienced in the CP World. This means that you will be properly instructed by qualified and experienced operatives. 15 Days Close Protection Training (18 Days with Physical Intervention & Handcuffing). 21 Days training (including First Aid, Physical Intervention and Handcuffing).

Qualification: HABC Level 3 Certificate in Close Protection

Introductory Price: £999 (Close Protection Course Only)

This course price is an introductory price and will not last long! (excluding food and accommodation which candidates are responsible for). If you require Hotel/B&B accommodation please contact us and we will recommend a local hotel/B&B).

Introductory Offer: £1,399 (Cost with Physical Intervention & Handcuffing Qualifications) or

Introductory Offer: £1,499 (Cost with Physical Intervention, Handcuffing & First Aid).

Duration: 15 days

Qualification: HABC Level 3 Certificate in Close Protection

Assessment: Continuous assessment, multiple choice and practical examinations

Additional info: To get your Close Protection license, you will also need to have attained a First Aid at Work or First Person on Scene certificate. We offer the First Aid at Work course, so you can take this with us before or after your Close Protection training.

Dates: 2nd April to 20th April 2012

Last few places remaining, book early to avoid disapointment.

Please note: A £500 Booking deposit is required to book onto the CP course and the balance of £499 will be due one week prior to course date. If you wish to gain the 2 unique BTEC qualifications then the balance of £999 will be due one week prior to the course start date. If you wish to achieve a Level 2 First Aid At Work Qualification as well then the balance of £1,99.00 is payable on the first day of the course.