Level 2 Award for Close Protection Operatives in the Private Security Industry (Refresher)

Close Protection Operatives maintain the integrity and security for a varied list of clientele and high value assets. It is important therefore that they are effectively trained and meet legal requirements in what can be a challenging environment. Due to licence integration, learners can also apply for a licence to become a door supervisor. This is designed for learners who currently hold a licence from the Security Industry Authority (SIA) to work as a close protection operative and need to be brought up to date with the new licence linked qualification requirements.

The Level 2 Award for Close Protection Operatives in the Private Security Industry (Refresher) has been developed for learners who currently hold a licence from the Security Industry Authority (SIA) to work as a close protection operative.

Learners must hold a valid Level 3 (RQF/QCF) (Level 6 (SCQF)) 3-day full first-aid qualification before they can begin any close protection training. Learners should present their first-aid certificate to their training provider before they start training. This certificate must be valid for at least 12 months from the course start date.

Roles within the industry

• Close Protection for VIPs and celebrities

• Protection for high-net-worth individuals

• International assignments

• Asset protection for high-end retailers

• Residential security

• Door supervision and security duties

Course Outline

• Unit 01 Working as a Door Supervisor for Close Protection Operatives in the Private Security Industry (Refresher)

• Unit 02 Physical Intervention Skills in the Private Security Industry (Refresher)

• Unit 03 Physical Intervention Skills for Close Protection Operatives in the Private Security Industry (Refresher)

Learners will need to show that they hold a current and valid First Aid certificate* that meets the requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981. Learners should present their First Aid certificate* to their training provider before they start training. This certificate* must be valid for at least 12 months from the course start date.