The Close Protection Academy story

Close Protection Academy is a UK specialist security training provider, delivering professional, industry-recognised training for individuals looking to enter, develop or progress within the private security industry.

With over 15 years of operational experience, the Academy provides training across Close Protection, Door Supervision, CCTV, Surveillance and specialist security disciplines. Our courses combine recognised qualifications with practical, real-world knowledge, giving learners the skills and confidence needed to operate professionally within the security sector.

As an approved Highfield and Qualsafe centre, Close Protection Academy works with recognised awarding bodies while maintaining a strong focus on operationally relevant training. Our instructors bring extensive industry experience into the classroom, ensuring training goes beyond simply achieving a qualification.

From individuals taking their first steps into security to experienced operatives developing specialist capabilities, Close Protection Academy provides clear progression pathways and professional training designed around the realities of modern security operations.