What’s Included in the International Highfield Level 3 Close

Because it’s not just a certificate — it’s operational preparation.
You train the skills employers expect, in a structured, professional environment, aligned with international standards.

This course delivers 138+ hours of structured training combining essential theory with intensive, hands-on Close Protection practice. Everything is designed to prepare you for real operational environments, not just to pass an exam.

You will train the core skills used daily by professional Close Protection Operatives, including:

• Close protection foot formations and evacuation drills
• Team-based protection methods and SOPs
• Route selection, planning, and contingency management
• Surveillance awareness and counter-surveillance recognition
• Professional interaction with principals, families, media, and third parties

Training is practical, scenario-driven, and instructor-led.

Yes. Vehicle operations are a major part of the course, including:

• Embus and debus drills
• Convoy and anti-ambush procedures
• Vehicle evacuation under threat
• Security checks, vehicle selection, and alternative transport planning

All drills are conducted in realistic conditions.

You’ll complete:

• A written multiple-choice exam
• A practical portfolio of evidence demonstrating real Close Protection skills

This ensures you can perform the role, not just understand it.

On successful completion, you will be awarded the Highfield Level 3 International Certificate in Close Protection, an internationally recognised qualification valued by employers worldwide.