Hostile Environment Close Protection- HECPO

7 Days Of Intense Training For Hostile Environment Close Protection Covering All Aspects From Theory To Practical With A Multiple-Choice Exam To Complete The Course. Master close protection tactics, live-fire combat, and high-threat convoy operations. Finalize with international certification that proves you are ready for hostile deployments worldwide.

About course

Anyone Wishing To Enter The High-Risk Industry Of Armed Close Protection Would Seriously Need To Take This Type Of Training (Former Military Or Not) This Qualification Is Designed For Those Learners Wishing To Apply For A Job In The Private Security Contractor Or Overseas High-Risk Industry. The 7 Day  Course Also Gives The Learner The Minimum Requirements To Apply For Overseas High-Risk Jobs Such As Middle East, Africa And South America.
You Will Be Put Through Your Paces From Our Highly Experienced Tutors, So Prepare To Train Hard Every Single Day.

Who is this course for?

Former military personnel and security professionals who want to work in armed close protection in high-risk countries. The course covers surveillance and reconnaissance, route planning, foot drills, convoy security and live-fire training, finishing with a multiple-choice exam.

Training is delivered in small groups by our instructors (former Special Forces operator and French Foreign Legion), and most of the time is spent on the range and in realistic scenarios rather than in the classroom. Graduates receive the EBSSA International certificate. EBSSA International, founded in 2014, is a UN- and NATO-accredited training provider that has trained civilians, security professionals, military and police from around the world.

What’s included

Accommodation
Meals
Airport transfers
Weapons & ammo
Certificate
Range time

Topics

  1. 01Surveillance Rural, Urban And Technical, Including Reconnaissance
  2. 02Understand The Importance Of Reconnaissance Within A Close Protection Environment
  3. 03Be Able To Establish And Maintain Secure Environments
  4. 04Understand Close Protection Foot Drills
  5. 05Understand The Importance Of Planning For Route Selection
  6. 06Convoy security
  7. 07Hostile Environment Close Protection (Pre-Deployment Administrative Requirements And Introduction To Operating In Hostile Environments. Rules On Use Of Force, Cultural, IED Awareness, Anti-Ambush Drills (Foot And Vehicle) Reaction To Attack.
  8. 08PSD/PMC Roles And Responsibilities Including Small Team Tactics-Communications-Reacting To Trauma (Casevec) – Search – Kidnap For Ransom
  9. 09Understand The Importance Of Threat Assessment, Risk Management And Operational Planning
  10. 10Understand The Importance Of Teamwork And Operational Briefing Within A Close Protection Environment
  11. 11Understand The Importance Of Transport Management Within The Close Protection Environment
  12. 12Understand Venue Security Operations
  13. 13Tactical Firearms (Live Fire)
  14. 14Shooting under stress

Course details

Weapons
  • AK-47
  • Glock 17
  • Sig Sauer P226
  • M4
Certification

After successfully completing the course you will be granted with EBSSA International certificate, CIPI Mexico certificate, ISO compliant certificate.

Methods

This Hostile Environments Close Protection course will be taught using classroom lectures and practical exercises.

Instructors

Former Special Forces operator and French Foreign Legion.

Gear

Sturdy / Tactical Belt, Knee & Elbow protectors, Long shirts suitable for desert environment, Flashlight, Camouflage pants, tactical pants, sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need previous experience?

Please check the requirements in the course details. If you are unsure, contact us before booking and we will confirm whether your experience matches the course.

What is included in the price?

The price includes hotel accommodation, 3 meals per day, weapons, ammunition, transfers from/to Airport, etc.

How long is the course and where does it take place?

Dates and the location of each intake are listed in the course schedule.

Which weapons will I train with?

AK-47, Glock 17, Sig Sauer P226, M4. Weapons and ammunition are provided by EBSSA.

Will I receive a certificate?

Yes. On successful completion of the course you receive the EBSSA International certificate.

Is EBSSA an accredited training provider?

Yes. EBSSA International was founded in 2014 and is a UN- and NATO-accredited training provider. Our certificates are ISO compliant, and accreditation documents are available on request.

How do I book a place?

Choose a date in the course schedule below and book online, or contact us on WhatsApp at +381 63 775 95 81 or by email at office@ebssa.net.

Next step after this course

Choose a date and let’s start

€4,200
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