close protection top-up

As of 1st of October 2022  it has been made a requirement for Close Protection officers wishing to renew their licence to complete the close protection top-up course. 

This refresher course is run over 5 days and consists of  the following units:

• Principles of Terror Threat Awareness in the Private Security Industry
• Principles of Working as a Door Supervisor for Close Protection Operatives in the Private Security Industry
• Application of Physical Intervention Skills for Close Protection Operatives in the Private Security Industry
• Application of Physical Intervention Skills in the Private Security Industry

There are 4 multiple choice exams and 2 practical assessments:

MCQ 1) Principles of Terror Threat Awareness in the Private Security Industry (10 questions, 20 minutes)

MCQ 2) Principles of Working as a Door Supervisor for Close Protection Operatives in the Private Security Industry (29 questions, 45 minutes)

MCQ 3) Application of Physical Intervention Skills for Close Protection Operatives in the Private Security Industry (30 questions, 45 minutes) (and 1x Practical Assessment)

MCQ 4) Application of physical intervention skills in the private security industry (30 questions, 45 minutes) (and 1x Practical Assessment).

Cost: £365.00 inc VAT

2024 Course Dates:

 8th October - 12th October 

3rd December - 7th December

You must have at least 12 months of a recognised First Aid qualification left before completing this course. We can also book you on a relevant First Aid Course if necessary.