SIA Close Protection Course - Cardiff

SIA Close Protection Course – Cardiff

Venue Location:

Cardiff

Course Duration:

14 Days (including 1 Day of First Aid, if required)

Course Instructions:

Full course instructions will be sent via email prior to the start date.

SIA Close Protection Training Course Information

This SIA Close Protection Course is designed to prepare individuals for a professional career in the private security industry as a licensed Close Protection Officer. The course is highly intensive and covers a wide range of skills, from threat assessments and physical intervention techniques to operational planning and surveillance awareness. This course is essential for those wishing to obtain the SIA Close Protection Licence and start working in private security.

Prerequisites:

To enroll in this course, you are required to hold a valid Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (FAW) or equivalent. This certification must be obtained prior to the start of the course and should have at least 12 months remaining before expiry. If you don’t already hold a first aid certificate, you can book it as part of our bundle deal. Simply add both courses to your basket and use code CPTOPUP at checkout.

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What Will I Learn?

Over the duration of 14 days, this course will equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to operate as a Close Protection Officer (CPO). The course content is divided into multiple units, covering both theoretical and practical aspects of close protection work.

Unit 1: Roles and Responsibilities of a Close Protection Operative

• Understanding the role of a Close Protection Operative (CPO) in the private security industry.
• Learning about the legal framework and regulations governing the industry.
• Risk and threat assessment methodologies and how to apply them in various environments.
• Conducting security surveys and planning security strategies for various operational environments.

Unit 2: Conflict Management

• Techniques for identifying, managing, and resolving conflict.
• De-escalation techniques to handle potentially volatile situations.
• Managing aggressive behavior while maintaining safety for the principal and the CPO team.
• Communication strategies and interpersonal skills to avoid conflict escalation.

Unit 3: Operational Planning and Surveillance

• Learning how to create comprehensive security plans, including route selection, reconnaissance, and contingency planning.
• Vehicle operations, including motorcade driving and advanced vehicle maneuvering.
• Surveillance awareness and counter-surveillance techniques, ensuring you can detect, deter, and respond to surveillance threats.

Unit 4: Physical Intervention Skills

• Non-violent intervention techniques to minimise risk and harm.
• Physical intervention techniques that comply with legal and operational guidelines.
• Training in how to manage and extract the principal from high-risk environments while maintaining the safety of the entire security team.
• Teamwork and coordination in physical intervention scenarios, ensuring seamless execution in high-pressure situations.

Unit 5: Close Protection in Hostile Environments (HECPO)

• An introduction to working in hostile environments, including training in weapon awareness and casualty extraction.
• Explosive device awareness (IED/EFP) and mine awareness.
• Understanding the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and other gear commonly required in hostile environments.

Why Choose Our SIA Close Protection Course?

• Expert Trainers: Our instructors have extensive real-world experience in close protection operations, both in the UK and internationally.
• Fully Accredited: This course is accredited by leading awarding bodies, and on successful completion you will receive a level 3 certificate for working as a close protection operative within the private security industry, which meets the criteria set by the SIA for Close Protection licensure.
• Hands-On Training: You will practice all aspects of the course, from surveillance awareness to physical intervention, using industry-standard equipment.
• Comprehensive Support: Post-course support includes assistance with SIA licence applications and continuous career development resources.
• Cardiff-Based Training: Our Cardiff location provides easy access to comprehensive training, whether you're local or traveling from surrounding areas.
• Course is taught by experienced security professionals who have served in the armed forces and have combined decades of close protection experience.

Who Should Attend?

This course is suitable for individuals who:

• Are looking to start a career in Close Protection.
• Wish to upgrade their qualifications and gain advanced skills in security operations.
• Need an SIA licence to work in roles requiring close protection operatives both in the UK and internationally.
• You must be above 18 years old and pass a criminal record check to pass the close protection course.

How to Book:

Ready to take the next step in your career as a Close Protection Officer?

Simply Book Now or contact us at 02920 660 130 or info@asserosecurity.co.uk for more information on bundle deals and group bookings. If you require a First Aid qualification, remember to add it to your basket with the code CPTOPUP at checkout.