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Close Protection Top Up
Security Training Course
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SIA Door Supervisor Top Up Training Course
Our security training qualifications will allow you to get your SIA badge and start or continue work as a Door Supervisor, Security Guard or CCTV operator.
This SIA Close Protection Top-Up refresher course is designed for individuals who currently hold a Close Protection licence and need to renew their licence in line with SIA renewal guidelines.
➤ Derby
SK Training Training School
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SIA Door Supervisor Top Up
Training Course
Our security training qualifications will allow you to get your SIA badge and start or continue work as a Door Supervisor, Security Guard or CCTV operator.
✓ SIA approved training provider
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SIA Close Protection Top Up Training Course
Our security training qualifications will allow you to get your SIA badge and start or continue work as a Door Supervisor, Security Guard or CCTV operator.
This SIA Close Protection Top-Up refresher course is designed for individuals who currently hold a Close Protection licence and need to renew their licence in line with SIA renewal guidelines.
Our security training qualifications will allow you to get your SIA badge and start or continue work as a Door Supervisor, Security Guard or CCTV operator.
➤ Derby, Derbyshire
Mastering and applying these new skills means you’re able to better protect your client and yourself. Our SIA Close Protection Top Up training provides you with bespoke physical intervention skills and refreshes your existing knowledge to deliver the highest quality close protection security.
About our Close Protection Top Up Training
This brand new 4 day course covers all of the requirements in order for you to maintain your SIA Close Protection licence.
After 1 October 2022, you need a First Aid at Work (FAW) qualification and the Close Protection Top-Up training to renew your licence. If you do not take the mandatory first aid & top up course before you apply to renew, your licence renewal application will be rejected.
We provide the best possible knowledge and up to date practices when it comes to delivering quality Close Protection training.
Our Expert SIA Trainer
All of our close protection courses are taught by our ex-professional boxer and experienced specialist trainer who has more than 15 years of experience in Close Protection and Specialist Security.
Damon works with high-profile clients around the world and has a varied background in a multitude of environments, with valuable skills honed from years as a World Class Professional Athlete.
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Derby Course Location
Our Derby Close Protection security courses take place within the RTC Business Park, in Derby City Centre, East Midlands.
The SK Training Training Centre has plenty of onsite parking and a newly refurbished canteen area.
Located within walking distance from Derby Train Station with fast and frequent trains, our location is easily accessible to people in Stoke, Sheffield, Stafford, Burton-on-Trent, Ilkeston, Uttoxeter, Birmingham, Leicester, Nottingham and many other Midland locations.
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Entry Requirements
To register for this Close Protection qualification, learners must:
- Be aged 18+
- Have the right to work in the UK
- Currently hold a valid First Aid at Work course certificate
- Currently hold a Security Officer SIA licence
- Be reasonably fit and healthy
- Have a good comprehension of the English language
- First Aid at Work Qualification
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Upcoming dates & prices
Choose a Close Protection Top-Up course date with or without a First Aid at Work, depending on your current First Aid qualification status.
✓ Approved SIA training provider
Not sure what you need? Don’t hesitate to get in touch with our office to who will be happy to help.
Is this Close Protection Top Up security course for me?
To work in any security role in the UK including close protection, you must hold a valid licence granted by the Security Industry Authority (SIA).
It is a criminal offence to work without one or with an expired licence. Close Protection Operatives are required to take a top up course to be brought up to date with the new qualifications requirements.
The new SIA top up security training is now required as part of every Close Protection Officer’s career.
A top up course is not required every time you renew your licence, just when the SIA introduces new guidance.
Since this is a top-up refresher course, learners taking this course should previously have completed the full close protection course and wish to renew their licence. You can attend the top up course at any time (up to 3 years in advance) in preparation for the expiry of your current Close Protection licence. Applicants need to be over 18 and must have at least a reasonable health & fitness level due to the physical requirements of the role. You will also need to hold a FAW certificate.
Your SIA trainer will assess your skills with a mix of multiple choice exams and practical exercises.
FAQS
How long is the Close Protection Top Up training?
The Close Protection top up training is a 4 day course. If you require the FAW (First Aid at Work) qualification, you can book a course with FAW to your package.
With the First Aid at Work training qualification, the course will be a total of 7 days.
Speak to our team for more information if you hold a FAW certificate with less than 1 years validity as you may be able to take a reduced 2 day Refresher course making the course total 6 days.
What will I learn during the top up course?
The training covers new content introduced by the SIA, including:
- Bespoke physical intervention skills
- Knowledge of door supervisor responsibilities (including protecting vulnerable people)
- Legislation, threat and risk management
- Personal skills, surveillance awareness, search procedures, foot drills, venue security, journey management reconnaissance and preparing and carrying out a close protection assignment
- Terror Threat Awareness
How do I book?
Before booking a place on one of our security courses, please determine whether you need a course that includes the First Aid qualification.
- If you do require FAW to be added to your package, choose an option from the course list above, with a green First Aid button.
- If you do not require FAW on your course as you already hold this qualification, choose an option above with a grey First Aid button.
Once you have selected your preferred date, click the black ‘book now‘ button.
If you have any questions about our courses, please contact our friendly customer service line on trainingschool@sktraining.uk or call 0800 121 6020
Can I still work in close protection with a criminal record?
If you have a criminal record, it is still possible to renew your SIA Close Protection licence depending on the circumstances.
The Security Industry Authority will carry out a background check to look for things that may suggest you could be a risk to the public, or that you are not suitable to work in the industry, such as dishonest behaviour. Any convictions, warnings, cautions, absolute/conditional discharges, admonishments or charges awaiting trial for offences will need to be disclosed as part of your renewal application.
You are able to check the likelihood of passing the criminality checks with the SIA’s criminal record indicator.
Please be aware, you will automatically be rejected for a SIA licence unless you have been free of the sentence restrictions for a conviction for at least 12 months (up to 5 years in more serious cases) before your licence application.
It’s been a long time since I last completed a training course. Do you have any advice?
Worried about taking a security course after years in the industry? We have created a helpful video to reassure your concerns.
