Close Protection Online Course

The Close Protection course is a comprehensive, expert-led training program designed for individuals aiming to work in high-risk environments, private security, or executive protection roles. Whether you're an aspiring bodyguard, a law enforcement professional, or transitioning from the military, this course covers the A-Z of protective security in detail.

Through a curriculum rich in strategic defense, threat mitigation, and protective intelligence, you’ll gain practical knowledge on vehicle drills, route planning, legal compliance, and protective surveillance. Our modules are globally recognized and developed by veterans in close protection operations with experience in hostile environments, diplomatic security, and celebrity protection.

The Close Protection field is no longer limited to elite forces; civilians and professionals alike can now become trained to handle threat assessments, manage secure movements, and function as part of a close protection team. This course ensures participants receive up-to-date knowledge on surveillance detection, counter-surveillance, protective formations, and protective strategy planning.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

1. Understand core principles of modern close protection techniques and planning.
2. Identify roles and responsibilities within a close protection team setting.
3. Execute secure vehicle drills, including embus and debus procedures.
4. Conduct route reconnaissance and effective threat assessments accurately.
5. Apply relevant legislation regarding protective operations across jurisdictions.
6. Develop proactive strategies for personal security and asset protection.

Course Link: Close Protection

Course Curriculum

Module 01: Introduction to Close Protection

• Definition and scope of close protection
• Historical evolution and modern-day applications
• Importance of situational awareness and threat detection

Module 02: The Close Protection Team

• Roles and responsibilities of each team member
• Team formations and communication protocols
• Chain of command and functional dynamics

Module 03: The Planning

• Operational planning and briefing techniques
• Coordination with external agencies and logistics teams
• Risk mitigation through pre-emptive action

Module 04: Threat Assessment

• Identifying potential threats and vulnerabilities
• Understanding adversary profiles and motivation
• Behavioral indicators and threat escalation signs

Module 05: Vehicle Drills: Embus and Debus

• Safe embarkation and disembarkation procedures
• Tactical vehicle positioning and convoy strategies
• Protective driving maneuvers and emergency exits

Module 06: Route Selection and Reconnaissance

• Pre-movement route planning and alternatives
• Identifying chokepoints, ambush zones, and safe havens
• Use of technology in reconnaissance and GPS analysis

Module 07: Legislation Regarding Close Protection

• International laws governing protective services
• Jurisdictional variances and licensing requirements
• Legal liability, use of force, and professional ethics

Disclaimer:

This is an online course with pre-recorded lessons. You will get access to the course within 48 hours after your enrolment.