Close Protection Academy
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Advanced Security & First Aid Training Centre

Built on experience.
Driven by standards.
Focused on excellence.

Delivering nationally recognised qualifications through professional instruction, practical training and real-world operational experience.

  • SIA Licence-Linked Qualifications
  • Highfield Approved Centre
  • Qualsafe Registered Centre
  • Elite Physical Intervention Centre
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Recognised Qualifications. Professional Standards.

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Our Courses

Your Development. Our Commitment.

Explore three training pathways designed to support learners at every stage of their careers: SIA licence-linked qualifications, first aid and pre-hospital care and operational skills and professional development.

Security & SIA Qualifications

Nationally recognised, licence-linked qualifications providing the knowledge and practical skills required to apply for an SIA licence.

Level 3 Close Protection Operative
Security & SIA Qualifications

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
Security & SIA Qualifications

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
Security & SIA Qualifications

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
Security & SIA Qualifications

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
Security & SIA Qualifications

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

First Aid & Pre-Hospital Care

Recognised first aid and pre-hospital care qualifications, developing the knowledge, confidence and practical skills to respond effectively to medical emergencies.

Level 3 First Response Emergency Care (FREC3)
First Aid & Pre-Hospital Care

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
First Aid & Pre-Hospital Care

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)
First Aid & Pre-Hospital Care

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

Operational Skills & Professional Development

Practical training and professional development courses designed to enhance operational knowledge, competence and confidence across a range of security disciplines.

Level 4 Covert Surveillance Planning and Operations
Operational Skills & Professional Development

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)
Operational Skills & Professional Development

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
Operational Skills & Professional Development

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
Operational Skills & Professional Development

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

Professional Training. Practical Experience. Recognised Qualifications.

Close Protection Academy delivers security, first aid and professional development training for new entrants and experienced professionals looking to progress their careers.

Our qualified instructors bring current operational experience from security, policing, the armed forces and emergency services into structured classroom learning, practical exercises and realistic scenarios.

Theory Into Practice
Applying classroom knowledge through practical exercises and realistic scenarios.
Industry-Experienced Instructors
Qualified instructors with current operational experience.
Nationally Recognised Qualifications
Nationally recognised qualifications delivered through awarding organisations including Highfield and Qualsafe.
Professional Development
Supporting learners from entry-level training through to continuing professional development.
Course Pathways

A full spectrum of security qualifications

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

Security & SIA Qualifications

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

First Aid & Pre-Hospital Care

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

Operational Skills & Professional Development

  • Level 4 Covert Surveillance Planning and Operations
  • Level 3 Safe Use of Mechanical Restraints (Handcuffs)
  • Level 2 Behavioural Detection Awareness
  • Level 2 Conflict Management
Our Standards. Their Experience.

Rated Excellent on Trustpilot

Discover what our learners say about their training experience, from the quality of instruction to the practical skills and confidence gained throughout their courses.

"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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Armed Forces Covenant

Proud to Support Those Who Serve.

Close Protection Academy is a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant and a supporter of the Armed Forces community. We recognise the valuable experience, discipline and transferable skills that serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to the security industry. We are committed to supporting fair access to training, professional development and career opportunities for members of the Armed Forces community.

Armed Forces Covenant — proudly supporting those who serve
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Our Training Centre

Train at our purpose-built Brentwood facility

A dedicated centre for security and first aid training, fitted with modern classrooms, practical scenario areas and first aid bays — designed to take you from theory to real-world application.

Unit 7, Kings Eight, St. James Road, Brentwood, CM14 4LF
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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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