To further enhance training provision, Skills for Security have accredited programmes that have been developed by other organisations but have met our quality standards and can therefore display the 'Skills for Security approved' logo. The following organisations offer Close Protection courses that have been accredited by Skills for Security.
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 certificate and passed a criminal background check.
Close Protection Officers Certificate
This 16 day Level 3 Certificate in Protective Security is recognised by Bucks University, and provides the SIA Licensed Close Protection Operatives Qualification. The course comprises of 15 modules, covering Threat & Risk Assessment, Personal Security, Low Level Protection, Escort Section, Security Advance, Conflict Management, Surveillance, Counter & Anti Surveillance, H & S AW First Aid and a final live exercise with a live client. The course is aimed at the security industry and newcomers with no experience that wish to change their profession.
For the full course details and to book your place, please click here.
