LEVEL 4 AWARD IN UK COVERT & PROTECTIVE SURVEILLANCE OPERATIONS

Course Details:

• Qualification: Highfield Accredited Level 4 Award in UK Covert & Protective Surveillance Operations
• Duration: 5 Days
• Timings: 09:00 – 17:00
• Location: Close Protection Academy, Stratford, East London
• Assessment: Open-response workbook and practical skills assessments.

• Price: £1200.00 inc. VAT

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Course Overview:

This specialist, intensive Level 4 Award develops advanced skills for covert and protective surveillance in UK and international security. Learners focus on planning, executing, and managing complex static and mobile surveillance operations for intelligence gathering or protecting a Principal. You'll receive in-depth training on current UK legislation, including RIPA and IPA compliance, ensuring legally defensible operations. The course covers pre-operational planning, advanced surveillance technology, and maintaining the Chain of Custody for evidential integrity, preparing you for high-level roles in private investigation and close protection support.

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Who Is This Course For?

• Licensed SIA Close Protection Operatives seeking specialist upskilling in surveillance techniques.
• Security Professionals transitioning into advanced intelligence and executive protection roles.
• Investigators and personnel requiring the skills to conduct legally compliant, professional covert and protective surveillance operations.

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Course Content:

• Fundamentals of Covert and Protective Surveillance.
• Planning and Executing Operations.
• Surveillance Equipment and Technology.
• Practical Surveillance Execution.
• Situational and Operational Security.
• Counter-Surveillance Measures (CSM).
• Recording and Reporting.
• Evidential Integrity.
• Teamwork and Coordination.
• Adapting Tactics.
• UK Legal and Ethical Compliance.

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Entry Requirements:

• Learners must be 18+ years old.
• Must hold a valid SIA Door Supervisor or Close Protection Licence.
• Must be able to communicate fluently in spoken and written English.
• Participants must wear appropriate, comfortable clothing suitable for practical, scenario-based training.
• A laptop compatible with Microsoft Word is required for assessments and portfolio work.

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What to Bring:

• Two recent passport-sized photos.
• One form of valid photographic identification, such as:
  • Valid passport (any nationality)
  • UK photocard driving licence
  • Valid SIA licence
  • Warrant card issued by HM Forces or the Police
• Laptop with Microsoft Word.