Close Protection Academy
Close protection operative in controlled readiness
Advanced Security & First Aid Training Centre

Professional training.
Real-world skills.
Delivered by experts.

  • SIA Approved Training
  • Highfield Approved Centre
  • Qualsafe Approved Centre
  • Elite Physical Intervention Centre
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Our Courses

Explore our training pathways

Three focused pathways — SIA licensing, medical and first aid, and specialist operational skills — each delivered by expert instructors at our accredited Brentwood training centre.

SIA Courses

Licence-linked qualifications required to apply for an SIA licence.

Level 3 Close Protection Operative
SIA Courses

Level 3 Close Protection Operative

SIA Close Protection Course leading to the licence-linked qualification required to apply for an SIA Close Protection licence.

  • Principles of Terror Threat Awareness in the Private Security Industry
  • Principles of Working as a Door Supervisor for Close Protection Operatives
  • Conflict Management Skills
18 Days
£2,499View dates
Level 2 Close Protection Refresher
SIA Courses

Level 2 Close Protection Refresher

Licence-linked refresher qualification for Close Protection Operatives renewing their SIA licence from April 2026 onwards.

  • Principles of Working as a Door Supervisor for Close Protection Operatives
  • Application of Physical Intervention Skills in the Private Security Industry
  • Application of Physical Intervention Skills for Close Protection Operatives
3 Days (classroom with pre-course learning)
£349View dates
Level 2 Door Supervisor
SIA Courses

Level 2 Door Supervisor

Comprehensive 6-day course leading to the SIA Door Supervisor licence-linked qualification, combined with Emergency First Aid at Work.

  • Emergency First Aid in the Workplace
  • Principles of Working in the Private Security Industry
  • Principles of Working as a Door Supervisor in the Private Security Industry
6 Days (classroom plus pre-course learning)
£349View dates
Level 2 Door Supervisor Refresher
SIA Courses

Level 2 Door Supervisor Refresher

Licence-linked refresher qualification for Door Supervisors renewing their SIA licence, replacing the previous 'Top-Up' requirement.

  • Emergency First Aid in the Workplace
  • Principles of Working as a Door Supervisor in the Private Security Industry (Refresher)
  • Application of Physical Intervention Skills in the Private Security Industry (Refresher)
2 Days (classroom plus pre-course learning)
£199View dates
Level 2 CCTV Operator
SIA Courses

Level 2 CCTV Operator

Licence-linked qualification required to apply for an SIA CCTV Operator licence (Public Space Surveillance).

  • Principles of Working in the Private Security Industry
  • Principles and Practices of Working as a CCTV Operator in the Private Security Industry
3 Days (classroom plus pre-course learning)
£349View dates

Medical Courses

Regulated first aid and pre-hospital emergency care qualifications.

Level 3 First Response Emergency Care (FREC3)
Medical Courses

Level 3 First Response Emergency Care (FREC3)

Nationally recognised RQF-accredited qualification equipping learners with essential pre-hospital emergency care skills.

  • Roles and responsibilities of the First Response Emergency Carer
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) and safe use of AEDs
  • Catastrophic haemorrhage control (tourniquets and haemostatic dressings)
5 Days
£499View dates
FREC3 Requalification
Medical Courses

FREC3 Requalification

Requalification course for existing FREC3-qualified responders to renew and maintain their pre-hospital emergency care qualification.

  • Roles and responsibilities of the First Response Emergency Carer
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) and safe use of AEDs
  • Catastrophic haemorrhage control (tourniquets and haemostatic dressings)
3 Days
£349View dates
Level 3 First Aid at Work (Blended)
Medical Courses

Level 3 First Aid at Work (Blended)

Qualification covering the vital skills necessary to provide prompt and effective first aid in the workplace, meeting HSE requirements.

  • Roles and responsibilities of the First Aider
  • Assessing an emergency situation safely
  • Providing first aid to an unresponsive casualty
2 Days (classroom with pre-course learning)
£199View dates

Specialist Courses

Advanced CPD and specialist skills for operational security professionals.

Level 4 Covert Surveillance Planning and Operations
Specialist Courses

Level 4 Covert Surveillance Planning and Operations

Advanced programme developing the knowledge, practical skills and operational competence to plan, conduct and report on covert surveillance operations.

  • Principles, Law and Professional Practice of Covert Surveillance
  • Principles of Covert Surveillance Operations
  • Intelligence, Subject Identification and Protective Intelligence
7 Days
£1,800View dates
Level 3 Safe Use of Mechanical Restraints (Handcuffs)
Specialist Courses

Level 3 Safe Use of Mechanical Restraints (Handcuffs)

Programme for SIA licence holders in the correct and lawful use of mechanical restraints (handcuffs).

  • Understand the different types of mechanical restraints (handcuffs)
  • Understand the law and good practice guidelines in relation to the use of mechanical restraints (handcuffs)
  • Understand the importance of safe working practices and how to respond to medical difficulties
2 Days
£199View dates
Level 2 Behavioural Detection Awareness
Specialist Courses

Level 2 Behavioural Detection Awareness

Highfield Accredited Programme focusing on proactive identification of potential threats through analysis of human behaviour.

  • Introduction to Behavioural Detection
  • Understanding Human Behaviour
  • Key Behavioural Indicators
1 Day
£129View dates
Level 2 Conflict Management
Specialist Courses

Level 2 Conflict Management

Two-day course providing the knowledge to prevent, de-escalate and resolve conflict situations safely and professionally.

  • Managing Conflict in the Workplace
  • Effective Communication to solve problems and reduce the likelihood of conflict
  • Factors that Influence Human Responses in conflict situations
2 Days
£129View dates
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What We Do

Accredited training built on operational reality

Close Protection Academy delivers accredited security, first aid and professional development training for those entering the industry and experienced professionals looking to advance their skills.

Our training is built around the realities of modern security work. Courses are delivered by experienced instructors with current operational and specialist industry experience — combining professional classroom learning with practical exercises, realistic scenarios and hands-on training.

Classroom + Practical
Blended learning with realistic scenario training
Operational Instructors
Current, specialist industry experience
Recognised Qualifications
SIA, Highfield & Qualsafe accredited
Career Progression
From entry-level to specialist CPD
Course Pathways

A full spectrum of security qualifications

From Close Protection and Door Supervision to First Aid, Surveillance, Conflict Management and specialist CPD.

SIA Courses

  • Level 3 Close Protection Operative
  • Level 2 Close Protection Refresher
  • Level 2 Door Supervisor
  • Level 2 Door Supervisor Refresher
  • Level 2 CCTV Operator

Medical Courses

  • Level 3 First Response Emergency Care (FREC3)
  • FREC3 Requalification
  • Level 3 First Aid at Work (Blended)

Specialist Courses

  • Level 4 Covert Surveillance Planning and Operations
  • Level 3 Safe Use of Mechanical Restraints (Handcuffs)
  • Level 2 Behavioural Detection Awareness
  • Level 2 Conflict Management
Trusted by Our Learners

Rated Excellent on Trustpilot

"The instructors were extremely knowledgeable, and I learned a great deal throughout the course."
DarrenJanuary 2026
"Nick and his team are fantastic at delivering this course."
JohnJanuary 2026
"The training was delivered to an excellent standard, with clear structure, relevant content, and practical application throughout."
BillJanuary 2026
"I have no problem in recommending this company for any courses they run."
JohnFebruary 2026
"The trainer explained everything clearly and encouraged participation."
OmarFebruary 2026
"Fantastic course. Great and professional instructor. Great facilities. Good location."
ClaytonMay 2026
"Everything was explained and demonstrated well. Smaller groups so didn't feel rushed."
LorraineOctober 2025
"The instructors were extremely knowledgeable, and I learned a great deal throughout the course."
DarrenJanuary 2026
"Nick and his team are fantastic at delivering this course."
JohnJanuary 2026
"The training was delivered to an excellent standard, with clear structure, relevant content, and practical application throughout."
BillJanuary 2026
"I have no problem in recommending this company for any courses they run."
JohnFebruary 2026
"The trainer explained everything clearly and encouraged participation."
OmarFebruary 2026
"Fantastic course. Great and professional instructor. Great facilities. Good location."
ClaytonMay 2026
"Everything was explained and demonstrated well. Smaller groups so didn't feel rushed."
LorraineOctober 2025
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Close Protection Academy is a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. We recognise the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our organisation and the wider security industry.

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Call us now to discuss courses, qualifications or choosing the right training for you.

Telephone
0800 6226 526
Email
contact@closeprotectionacademy.co.uk
Registered Office
Close Protection Academy, Unit 7, Kings Eight, St. James Road, Brentwood, Essex, CM14 4LF

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