Highfield Level 2 Award for Close Protection Operatives (Top-Up)

This focused renewal course is designed for licensed professionals needing to update and maintain their UK SIA Close Protection certification — sharpening key skills and staying compliant.

Delivered by experienced former special forces, law enforcement, and private security experts, this course covers the latest threat assessments, legal updates, conflict management, emergency care, and practical scenario training.

Because being qualified is just the start — staying ready is what counts.

📅 Upcoming Dates & Location

• 10th – 13th May 2025
• 4th – 7th July 2025
• 9th – 13th September 2025
• 12th – 15th September 2025

Location: Herefordshire, UK
Includes 3 nights residential accommodation
Limited spaces — early booking advised

Course Map

• Introduction & Threat Assessment
• Protective Formations & Route Planning
• Legal Framework & Conflict Management
• Scenario Training & Final Evaluation

Certification & Benefits

• Close Protection CP Renewal Certificate
• FREC Level 3 Emergency Care Certification
• Eligibility to Renew UK SIA Close Protection Licence

Entry Requirements

• A valid Level 3 FAW, FREC 3, ECFR Level 3, or FPOS Level 3 qualification with at least 12 months remaining
• A valid UK SIA Close Protection licence

If you need to renew or complete your emergency care qualification (FREC Level 3), you can do that as part of this course.

Who Should Attend

• Existing Close Protection Licence Holders needing to meet the SIA’s updated licensing requirements
• Operatives returning to the industry after a break and requiring re-certification
• Professionals seeking to update their skills with current best practices and regulations
• International CPOs aiming to operate legally under UK SIA standards
• Anyone wanting to maintain legal, relevant, and operational status within the UK security sector