TASK Close Protection Training Courses
The TASK course to train the Close Protection Operative (CPO) is
designed to give potential CPOs the very best knowledge and skills
required to become a prime operator.
TASK graduates gain a comprehensive package of qualifications that are
not only recognised by the Security Industry but are also relevant to
industry and business in general. TASK International is a Preferred
Supplier to the Career Transition Partnership it is permissible for
Service Leavers to use their Individual Resettlement Training Cost (IRTC) grant in concert with Enhanced Learning Credit (ELC).
Security Industry Authority
The TASK International Close Protection Operatives course leads to the relevant qualifications as required by the Security Industry Authority for application for a Close Protection Operative licence.
Clients
Students
come from all areas of civilian and military backgrounds. TASK
International has a wide client base of students from all over the
world. TASK has carried out Close Protection training courses outside
of the UK for civilian and government organisations.
For more information see Overseas Training

Course Outline
Duration:
The
course is three weeks in duration, encompassing 150 hours knowledge and
practical skills training. The course also includes the three day HSE
approved First Aid at Work certificate which is a requirement when
applying for a front line Close Protection Operators licence from the
SIA.
Course Syllabus:
Introduction to the roles and responsibilities of the close protection operative
Threat and risk assessment
Surveillance awareness
Operational planning
Law and legislation
Interpersonal skills
Physical Intervention and legal use of force
Close protection team work
Reconnaissance
Close protection foot techniques
Route selection
Use of close protection vehicle techniques
Search awareness
Incidents and dilemmas
Venue based security
Communication and conflict management skills
Other information
Training is undertaken throughout the UK.
Course Cost:
£1,915
+ VAT – The cost of the course includes all examination fees and
certification from outside awarding bodies, training costs and 3 day
H&SE First Aid. TASK International is part of the Careers
Transition Partnership and approved as a MOD supplier. We are able to
accept Enhanced Learning Credits and Resettlement Grant towards
payment.
Contact us for more information
Course Availability:
The courses are run on a bi-monthly basis – See Course Dates for more information .
To request a brochure please use our contact page
Close Protection Refresher Training:
Students
who already hold a Close Protection training qualification and are
exempt form undertaking the full 3 week Close Protection course as per
the SIA requirement. For further information can be obtained from the SIA website
The refresher training course is in two parts
Part 1: First Aid HSE four day course. £250 + VAT
Part 2: Close Protection refresher training package 2 ½ day course. £385 + VAT

To request a brochure please use our contact page