Obtaining an SIA Licence : Close Protection

To obtain an SIA CP qualification you will need to attend an SIA recognised CP training course and take and pass an exam.

You will require a recognised first aid award : This may be the First Aid at Work - 4 day course (HSE) or the First Person on Scene Intermediate Award - 30 hours (Edexcel / IHCD) ( Other certificated first aid courses relevant to Close Protection will be approved in due course )

If you already have formal close protection training you may be exempt from all or part of the SIA approved training.

If you hold a qualification in security or a security-related discipline which was obtained overseas you may be exempt from part of the SIA approved training.

When you apply you will need to send:

1. A photograph of yourself which has been counter-signed by a suitable person
2. Documents confirming your identity and age: All documents should be in your current name (unless accompanied by a deed poll document that confirms a change of name or valid adoption certificate), at least one document must show your current address and at least one must show your date of birth.
3. The relevant certificate numbers of your training certificates

The SIA will undertake a criminal record check using the info you have provided.

Other Licences

• Introduction
  
  
• Close Protection
  
  
• Door Supervisor
  
  
• Cash and Valuables in Transit
  
  
• Public Space CCTV
  
  
• Key Holding
  
  
• Vehicle Immobilisers
  
  
• Security Consultancy
  
  
• Private Investigators