Close Protection Training
Close Protection Training in the UK is a professional security course designed for people who want to work as bodyguards or personal protection officers
SIA Close Protection Training
Close Protection Training in the UK is a professional security course designed for people who want to work as bodyguards or personal protection officers. Most courses are approved by the Security Industry Authority (SIA), and you need an SIA Close Protection licence to legally work in the industry.
What You LearnTypical UK close protection courses include:
- Threat and risk assessment
- VIP protection
- Surveillance awareness
- Conflict management
- Emergency first aid
- Route planning
- Vehicle drills
- Physical intervention
- Operational planning
Requirements
Usually you need:
- Minimum age 18+
- Valid ID/passport
- Basic English skills
- Emergency First Aid qualification (sometimes included)
Career Opportunities
After completing the course and getting your SIA licence, you can work as:
- Bodyguard
- Celebrity protection officer
- Executive protection officer
- Event security specialist
- Corporate security operative
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Learn from seasoned professionals with years of real-world experience. Our trainers bring industry insights that go beyond the textbook.
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Train with confidence. All our qualifications are fully accredited by leading awarding bodies (SIA, BIIAB) and recognized nationwide.
Hands-On Learning
We believe in learning by doing. Our courses feature practical scenarios, role-plays, and physical intervention drills to get you job-ready.