Regrettably some individuals have been working competently and safely to a high standard in the Security Industry for many years but due to the new licensing laws will have to complete the following course. Either down to the fact that they have never undergone any training specifically for Close Protection or the course they attended after January 2002 is not recognised by the SIA or it's Testing Agencies.

It is not always the case we agree with changes such as these to our profession but unavoidable as it is we are here to assist with getting you qualified.


This course is for individuals without any formal training before January 2002 or
a recognized course after January 2002, and currently do not hold a HSE First Aid at Work Certificate.

This Course is the complete package for someone who is just about to start a career in this industry or is covered be the statement above.
The Ed excel Level 3 BTEC Certificate in Close Protection Operations is a 150-hour qualification. Achieving Level 3 BTEC Award in Close Protection Operations.

Costs £2500 Course fee includes B+B Accommodation for the duration of the course, SIA examination, First Aid at Work Qualification, all stationary and advanced driving assessments.

Level 3 BTEC Award in Close Protection Operations
Unit titles and summary of learning outcomes

Unit 1: Skills and team work in Close Protection

1 Understand the roles and responsibilities of the close protection operative.

2 Understand the importance of interpersonal skills within a close protection environment.

3 Understand the importance of team work within close protection.

4 Be able to conduct an operational briefing.

Unit 2: Legislation, Communication and Conflict Management Skills in Close Protection

1 Understand the impact of legislation on close protection.

2 Understand the relationship between close protection operatives and official agencies.

3 Understand the knowledge needed for effective communication and conflict management.

4 Be able to use effective communication and conflict management skills.


Unit 3: Risk Assessment, Planning and Route Selection

1 Understand the importance of threat assessment and risk management.

2 Be able to produce a risk assessment.

3 Be able to demonstrate how operational planning is used.

4 Understand the need for and process of route selection.

Unit 4: Surveillance, Reconnaissance, Incidents and Dilemmas

1 Understand surveillance, counter surveillance and anti-surveillance methods.

2 Understand the purpose of reconnaissance.

3 Be able to carry out covert and overt surveillance.

4 Understand how to deal with incidents and dilemmas within close protection.

Unit 5: Techniques for Close Protection Officers

1 Be able to demonstrate close protection foot techniques.

2 Understand the use of vehicles and associated techniques in close protection procedure.

3 Be able to demonstrate search procedures within close protection,

4 Understand venue based security operations.

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