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Level 3 Close Protection Operative Course

Level 3 Close Protection Operative Course

Highlights

  • Delivered In-Person

  • Multiple Durations (see dates)

  • All levels

Description

Course Details:

  • Qualification: Highfield Level 3 Certificate for Close Protection Operatives in the Private Security Industry (RQF)

  • Duration: 18 Days (Monday to Friday)

  • Timings: 08:00 – 20:00

  • Location: Close Protection Academy, Stratford, East London

  • Assessment: Open-response workbook, E-assessments (multiple-choice questions) and practical skills assessments, offering immediate results and instant retakes if necessary

Course Overview:

This SIA Close Protection Course in London is a mandatory qualification for anyone seeking to become a licensed Close Protection Operative (CPO) under the Security Industry Authority (SIA).

Delivered by Close Protection Academy, an Elite Highfield Approved Training Centre, this intensive 18-day course covers all the skills and knowledge required to work as a professional bodyguard or private security specialist in the UK security industry and internationally.

The course includes in-depth training in conflict management, physical intervention, surveillance awareness, threat detection and the roles and responsibilities of Close Protection Officers operating in high-risk and high-profile environments.

This SIA Close Protection Training Course is fully compliant with UK legislation and based on current industry standards, including both classroom instruction and scenario-based exercises in real-world environments.

Who Is This Course For?

  • Individuals looking to become licensed SIA Close Protection Operatives

  • Ex-military and ex-police personnel transitioning to private security

  • Security personnel seeking to upskill and expand into Close Protection roles

Course Content:

  • Principles of Terror Threat Awareness in the Private Security Industry

  • Principles of Working as a Door Supervisor for Close Protection Operatives

  • Conflict Management Skills

  • Application of Physical Intervention Skills in the Private Security Industry

  • Advanced Physical Intervention Skills for Close Protection Operatives

  • Principles of Working as a Close Protection Operative

  • Planning, Preparing and Conducting Protective Security Operations

Entry Requirements:

  • Learners must be 18+ years old

  • Must be able to communicate fluently in spoken and written English

  • Must hold a valid Level 3 First Aid at Work/ECFR/FREC3 certificate (can be booked with us)

  • Learners must wear appropriate smart clothing for classroom sessions and have suitable attire for physical and practical assessments and a smart dark suit for live exercises

  • A laptop compatible with Microsoft Word is required for assessments and portfolio work

What to Bring:

  • Two recent passport-sized photos

  • One Group A identity document (e.g., passport or full UK driving licence)

  • Two Group B identity documents (e.g., utility bill, bank statement, birth certificate)

  • Valid Level 3 First Aid Certificate (with minimum of 12 months validity)

  • ACT Awareness and ACT Security e-learning certificates (completed within the past 12 months)

  • Laptop with Microsoft Word

Dates

  • 9 Mar 26 - 1 Apr 26
      to   (18 sessions)
    6 spaces left
    Delivered In-Person in London
    £2,449
  • 8 Jun 26 - 1 Jul 26
      to   (18 sessions)
    Delivered In-Person in London
    £2,449
  • 14 Sep 26 - 7 Oct 26
      to   (18 sessions)
    Delivered In-Person in London
    £2,449

Location

213 Mirror Works 12 Marshgate Lane, E15 2NH, United Kingdom, London

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