Cademy logoCademy Marketplace

Course Images

Level 3 Close Protection Operative Course

Level 3 Close Protection Operative Course

By Close Protection Academy

  • 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
  • Completion Certificate
  • 24/7 Technical Support

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

About The Provider

Close Protection Academy

Close Protection Academy, based in East...

Read more about Close Protection Academy

Reviews

+ Add Review