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In March 2006 it became the law that you must have a license to work in Close Protection operations. To obtain a license you must complete and pass a course that is compliant with the specifications as laid down by the SIA. We are fully approved to offer this standard.
Our course covers the 150 hours of training that is necessary to apply for a license.
The course is 14 days in duration and is a combination of classroom and practical exercises. It is an intensive course and all sections of the course must be completed to allow you to apply for your license.
September 1st - 14th, October 6th - 19th, November 3rd - 16th & December 1st - 14th
January 5th - 18th, February 2nd - 15th, March 2nd - 15th, April 6th - 19th, May 5th - 18th, June 1st - 14th, July 6th - 19th, August 3rd - 16th, September 7th - 20th, Ocotober 5th - 18th, November 2nd - 15th & December 7th - 20th
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Introduction to the roles and responsibilities of the Close Protection Operative
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Threat and risk assessment
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Surveillance awareness
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Operational planning
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Law and legislation
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Interpersonal skills
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Close Protection team work
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Reconnaissance
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Close Protection foot techniques
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Route selection
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Use of Close Protection vehicle techniques
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Search awareness
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Incidents and dilemmas
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Venue based security
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Communication and conflict management skills
Our training takes place at our central base in Shropshire in the middle part of the UK. Our offices, training centre and accommodation are all on one site at Netley Hall.
Our central base is a 3 hour drive from London, a 1 hour drive from Birmingham and a 1½ hour drive from Manchester.
Unless you live locally (to our central base) you will need to stay with us for the duration. Our accommodation is luxurious (to say the least) and you will be totally comfortable throughout your stay - ensuring the highest standard of learning and minimal fuss of having to travel to a training centre every day. *Accommodation is always subject to availability.
 If you pass the course you will obtain a Certificate In Protective Security from our awarding body BNU (Buckinghamshire New University). This accompanied with a First Aid At Work Qualification will allow you to apply to the Security Industry Authority for a Front Line Close Protection License.
We make a commitment to our students; over the last six years many of our students still work for us and most are still in touch, but some still seek our guidance from time to time. As a further commitment to our students; for those who pass our training we will agree to mentor you free of charge for three years. To do this; when you pass you will receive a Close Protection federation pin badge, certificate and awarding photograph with the Clearwater Managing Director and Head Of Training. Your accompanying letter of achievement will also contain your unique log in and ID number. This will be your confidential identification and you can have access to the Clearwater team. All communications with the Clearwater team will be in the strictest of confidence. You will be able to seek advice on contracts, tendering, employment status and working opportunities to name a few. We will not be able to answer legal based questions or provide legal guidance; we do however give a promise to all federation members that you will receive a response within 24 hours of your question.
After the initial three year period of membership has finished you will be able to reapply for membership - this is free of charge. The Close Protection Federation is a non-profit making facility designed to help our students when they need it and lobby (if our members wish it) in the event of legislative change.
For more information about the Close Protection Federation please click here
 If you are wishing to undertake our Close Protection Training Course; the course to include all teaching fees, examination fees, tax and luxury accommodation is £2,495.00.
To secure your place on a course you will need to pay the deposit value (£500) or full payment in advance. This can be done by calling us and paying securely over the telephone by using one of the credit/debit cards that are viewable below. Alternatively you can post a cheque to us. Cheques need to be made payable to Clearwater Special Projects Ltd.
You will also need to send us an application form which you can find on the how to enrol page or alternatively at the bottom of this page.
If you have any questions regarding booking onto a Clearwater course, or if you require some assistance with the application form - please email us at
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and we will contact you.
If you wish to pay the deposit value only with your booking; the remainder of the balance is due 21 days before the commencement of the course.
If you require any assistance with the application form please contact us and we will do what we can to help you. Please post the application form to us at Netley Hall (full address details on the 'contact us' page).
Alternatively if you have any questions about the Close Protection Industry or training, please feel free to contact us.
We welcome any questions submitted whether by telephone or email. We will always try to respond to you within 24 hours (subject to normal working periods).
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