Level 2 Award Close Protection (Refresher) Training

Course Details

Qualification number: 610/6460/9
Learning aim reference: 61064609
Credit value: 4
Assessment method: Multiple-choice examinations and practical demonstrations
Guided learning hours (GLH): 34
Minimum contact time (MCT): 19 hours 15 minutes*
Total qualification time (TQT): 39

* The SIA stipulates a minimum number of contact hours and a minimum number of training days. For this qualification, 19 hours and 15 minutes applies as minimum contact time only where self-study can be evidenced. No self-study means a minimum of 34 hours. See Guidance on Delivery for details.

Qualification Overview and Objective

The objective of this qualification is to support a role in the workplace. It is designed for learners who currently hold a licence from the Security Industry Authority (SIA) to work as a Close Protection Operative and need to be brought up to date with the new licence-linked qualification requirements.

Entry Requirements

To register for this qualification, learners must be aged 18 and over.
Learners must hold a valid Level 3 (RQF/QCF) (Level 6 (SCQF)) 3-day full first-aid qualification before they can begin any close protection training. Learners should present their first-aid certificate to their training provider before they start training. This certificate must be valid for at least 12 months from the course start date.