Level 4 Certificate for Protective Security Advisers

The Level 4 Certificate for Protective Security Advisers is offered by SFJ Awards, following a collaboration with the Protective Security Centre (Home Office). It is also endorsed by all three of the government’s National Technical Authorities; the National Protective Security Authority (NPSA), the UK National Authority for Counter Eavesdropping (NACE), and the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC).

Trident Manor Training Academy is the first training provider to be accredited specifically to deliver this programme.

This qualification is suitable for anybody seeking the skills and knowledge needed to carry out the role of a protective security adviser, or to enhance their professional competencies in understanding how protective security disciplines dovetail to provide effective ‘security convergence’.

Programme Content

Delegates will study the following 14 modules:

The 3-month programme consists of three 4-day sessions at the Darlington training facility, with four weeks of remote learning and self study in between.

Assessment

Delegates' progress will be assessed throughout the programme using assignments, practical exercises, and presentations, culminating in a final written test during the 12th week. This programme requires delegates to proactively participate during in-person and remote lessons, and their willingness to self-study and complete assignments in a timely manner.

This detailed assessment process is to ensure delegates possess the necessary skills and competencies to become an effective Protective Security Adviser.

Progamme Availability and Fees

Initially, the programme will be capped at 12 delegates to ensure the quality of the services being delivered and the ability for a more in-depth tutor/delegate engagement. The programme is open to all, places will not be confirmed until payment is received in full.

For organisations wishing to book a place on the programme, an invoice can be generated for payment.

Group tuition is possible, for further details and pricing please contact Catharine McLaren at catharine.mclaren@tridentmanor.com.

Tutor

The programme will be delivered by Andy Davis (MSc., CSyP, FSyI, CPP), a multiple award-winning security risk management professional with global experience in the sector. He has over 30 years experience in delivering and developing specialist security risk management training programmes.

If you have any questions about the Level 4 Certificate for Protective Security Advisers, please contact training@tridentmanor.com and we will be happy to help.