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Level 4 Covert Surveillance Planning and Operations

Level 4 Covert Surveillance Planning and Operations

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Highlights

  • Delivered In-Person

  • Advanced level

Description

Course Details:

  • Qualification: Highfield Accredited Level 4 Covert Surveillance Planning and Operations

  • Duration: 7 Days

  • Timings: 08:00 – 20:00

  • Assessment: Open-response workbook and practical skills assessments

Course Overview:

The Level 4 in Covert Surveillance Planning and Operations has been developed by Close Protection Academy to provide learners with the knowledge, skills and practical competence required to plan, coordinate and conduct professional covert surveillance operations within the private security and commercial surveillance sector. The programme combines classroom learning with realistic operational exercises covering surveillance planning, intelligence gathering, surveillance methodologies, communications, behavioural detection, counter-surveillance and professional reporting.

On successful completion, learners will be able to conduct lawful, ethical and intelligence-led surveillance operations and produce professional operational documentation. The programme provides a targeted progression pathway specifically designed for existing Level 3 Close Protection Operatives wishing to transition seamlessly into the commercial surveillance sector.

Who Is This Course For?

  • SIA Close Protection Operatives seeking to develop and expand their surveillance skills and operational capabilities.

Course Content:

  • Principles, Law and Professional Practice of Covert Surveillance

  • Principles of Covert Surveillance Operations

  • Intelligence, Subject Identification and Protective Intelligence

  • Operational Planning and Risk Management

  • Command, Control and Surveillance Communications

  • Surveillance Equipment, Technology and Deployment

  • Behavioural Detection and Hostile Reconnaissance

  • Anti-Surveillance and Counter-Surveillance

  • Protective Surveillance

  • Surveillance Imagery and Digital Evidence

  • Surveillance Reporting and Intelligence Products

  • Operational Leadership and Team Management

Entry Requirements:

  • Learners must be 18+ years old

  • Learners must hold a valid SIA Close Protection License

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

  • Learners must wear appropriate clothing for classroom sessions and have suitable attire for live exercises

  • Hold a full valid driving licence with no more than six penalty points.

  • 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)

  • Laptop with Microsoft Word

Location

Unit 7, Kings Eight St. James RoadBrentwoodCM14 4LFUnited Kingdom
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