SIA CP Course

BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Close Protection  

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

 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

Course Fees

£1450 + VAT per person 

Next Course Dates:  

12th - 25th March 2012 in Cirencester - Course is now full

14th -27th May 2012 in Cirencester  - 4 Places left

2nd - 15th July 2012 in Cirencester   -  Course is now full

5th - 18th November 2012 in Cirencester - 7 Places left

 This can also be delivered as an in-house training event.

Please Contact Us for further information.