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The Security Industry Authority stresses that it is essential that people working in the private security industry undergo a structured training programme that results in recognised qualifications.
The belief is that this will result in a competent and professional workforce, that will improve the public image of the private security industry.
It is our contention though, that training should be ongoing and the skilled 'Security Practitioner' will be able to demonstrate this by embarking on a CPD (continued professional development) programme.
Our contribution is to deliver this training from our impressive portfolio of over 50 accredited training programmes through 3 awarding bodies, Edexcel, EDI and HABC.
Our speciality areas for the 'Security Professional' are :
Private Investigation instructed by former Scotland Yard trained Detective
Advanced Close Protection instructed by former Special Forces Operators
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Advanced Surveillance - Anti-Terrorism - Conflict Management delivered
by experts in their respective fields who are listed on our Instructors page.
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Professional Bodyguard Association (PBA) - one of the longest established training organisations of bodyguards in the world.
The PBA was founded in 1985 by John Tombs now retired. His lifelong career has been in close protection, surveillance, and covert operations.
The Professional Bodyguard Association is an organisation with corporate status that consists of a Board of Trustees and Executive Members invited to membership for their contribution and recognised Professionalism to the Security Sector.
As an association we have a definite and clear legal identity and responsibility to a democratic structure where participants are required to adhere to the strict laws and regulations of governance
The Close Protection Industry is in a revolutionary age of global changes. Political, commercial and civilian needs have and are advancing at phenomenal levels never seen before and indeed the prediction for its growth is undeniable. The need for Professional Close Protection Operatives of the highest calibre is crucial.
To this end, the introduction of The Security Industry Act - legislated through the SIA (Security Industry Authority), now governs the licensing procedure which is now required to work as a Close Protection Officer in the U.K.
The conversion to this legislation is due to vast government investment, education and support, ensuring that the industry retains confidence and reliability, having a professional standard always guaranteed and monitored giving a reputable and respected benchmark.
The security industry therefore is projected into an ever progressing level where optimum opportunities to pursue market/industry achievement will be open to our students provided by the PBA Training Centre.
The Security Industry Authority (SIA) stresses that it is essential that people working in the private security industry undergo a structured training programme that results in recognised qualifications.
The belief is that this will result in a competent and professional workforce that will improve the public image of the private security industry.
It is the PBAs contention though, that training should be ongoing and the skilled "Security Practitioner" will be able to demonstrate this by embarking on a Continued Professional Development programme.
PBAs contention though, is that training should be ongoing and the skilled "Security Practitioner" will be able to demonstrate this by embarking on a Continued Professional Development programme.
The PBA Training Centres contribution is to deliver this training from our impressive portfolio of accredited training programmes through 3 awarding bodies, Edexcel, EDI, and HABC
Michael Donnelly QGM RML is a highly experienced close protection operative and team leader with over thirty five years of significant military, government and private sector experience within the security industry.
He has served world-wide as an Executive Protection Specialist in both the military and private sectors and has personally provided executive protection for heads of Royal and Imperial households, government ministers, religious and political leaders, senior military officers and heads of a number of the worlds leading private companies.
To add to his extensive portfolio, he is also a highly motivated Trainer, Assessor and Consultant with excellent presentation, communications and bespoke training skills. He specialises in the hands-on training of individuals and groups world-wide and to those where English is not their first language in: Close Protection (and associated subjects), Counter-Terrorism, High Level Security, Door, Steward and Event Supervision, CCTV (including control room duties) First Aid (FPOS) - Defibrillation, Health, Safety and Fire, Threat Analysis and Risk Management, Close-Quarter-Combat, Conflict Management, Physical Interventions, Defensive Driving and Fire Arms training - Quality Systems and Train the Trainer (PTTLS).
He has written and had published numerous security and training publications along with the design of training programmes on behalf of Awarding Bodies. In the late 1990s he was the senior training presenter for the BBC World Service - Training in Third World Countries.
Graham Freeman - is a former British Army soldier with Infantry, Reconnaissance and Covert Operations experience. He is a highly motivated, trustworthy and reliable character with natural leadership qualities, works well under pressure either as an individual or team member, and possesses excellent teaching and communication skills. He was decorated for bravery in 1998 and received the Assistant Chief Police Officers Silver Provincial bravery award and The 1998 Gloucestershire award for bravery
Graham holds a foundation degree in Security and Risk Management in addition to certification in Health and Safety (NEBOSH), Protective Search, Resource Denial and Evacuation Awareness (BG) Level 3 (NCFE)
City and Guilds 7304 (Level 4) Teacher training qualification, City and Guilds 1886 conflict management trainer qualification, Maybo physical intervention trainers qualification and RoSPA advanced driver (Silver Award) and anti- hijack and evasive driving trained.
Graham's accomplishments include providing protective security services, security consultancy and training to clients internationally.
Bob Podesta (ex-SAS) - is a highly respected veteran who passed the SAS selection in 1970 and by age 21 was already serving in Oman on Operation Storm. Bob ended his military career in 1996 after serving 25 years in the SAS.
He was part of the training team that trained the Iranian Embassy Team during their Anti Terror build-up. He later served as a Staff Instructor and held a commission in the armed forces of the United Arab Emirates teaching Desert Warfare and other related Special Forces skills. Bob served for 13 years in the SAS Sabre Squadron before becoming the Special Forces instructor at the NATO International Long Range Patrol school.
He then began instructing for Counter Revolutionary Warfare before ending his career in Logistics Management and Instructing in foreign small arms. Since leaving the military he has provided training to various other countries in specialised skills and still continues to work operationally in places like Beirut, Yemen, Botswana, Barbados and obviously Iraq and Afghanistan.
Bob has recently completed his level 3 PTTLS and DoCM acreditation as he wishes to pass on some of his skills and knowlege to students. who wish to expand their knowledge of Close Protection and Surveillance beyond the scope the basic levels required to achieve SIA licensing. With Bob, you learn in field environment
Pete Winner (Soldier I) - is a highly respected veteran having served 18 years in the SAS based in Hereford, first in B Squadron for 13 years then in the Counter Revolutionary Warfare Wing for the following 5 years.
He is a highly qualified instructor in Intensive Surveillance Techniques, Close Quarter Combat and Counter Revolutionary Warfare Techniques. He also speaks colloquial Arabic and Malay and is a NBC Warfare Instructor with extensive experience in Counter Revolutionary Warfare training having instructed some of the premier Counter Terrorist Teams around the world such as GSG9 of Germany and the Delta Force of the USA.
He trained Her Majesty's Royal Protection Team at Hereford and also HRH Prince Charles in anti-ambush drills [car] He has delivered training to the Sultan of Oman's Special Forces and the Special Duties Unit of Hong Kong. Various other Police Forces around the world have also been trained by him in Anti Hijack Tactics.
Pete was also part of the training team that trained both Chris Ryan and Andy McNab with all the other members of the heroic Bravo Two Zero team. He was part of the team that helped end the Iranian Embassy siege and liberate the hostages.
He has since become known as Soldier 'I' and has consulted on
3 TV series
SAS Soldiers for ITV
The Real SAS for Channel 4
Special Forces Heroes for Channel 5
Steven Thrift MSyl - is a Scotland Yard trained Detective who served with an exemplary record as a Police Officer in The Thames Valley Police .
He is an expert and highly qualified Investigator, Surveillance, Intelligence Analyst and Close Protection Specialist with extensive experience gained over the past 30 years as a working Detective and Close Protection Officer both in and out of the Police Force.
With high grade management and interpersonal skills gained as a Team Leader and on a one to one basis on both short and long term close protection assignments in UK, Europe, USA, Middle East and Far East, Steven is an asset to our team.
In February 2010, he was voted as a full member of the Security Institute, given full accreditation for work over the past 30 years.
Andrew Iles SMC - a former member of Her Majesty's Armed Forces (Army) with Close Protection & Covert Operations experience.
He is now an accomplished and experienced Security Consultant who remains operational on todays circuit allowing him to provide protective services up to Royal, Presidential, and Diplomatic levels.
He has also delivered Close Protection & Surveillance Operations training to National & International SF Groups.
Andrew holds National Qualifications for the Training & Delivery of Physical Intervention, Non-Physical Intervention, & Break Away skill sets these are the only National BTEC & Customised awards available in the United Kingdom.
He is also a registered National Physical Skills Instructor and personally holds centre approval with the National Federation of Personal Safety (NFPS) a leader in Personal Safety, Conflict & Risk Management.
CP Course Prospectus.pdf
Course Dates 10 Oct 2011
21 Nov 2011
09 Jan 2012
Level 3 Close Protection (Qcf) BTEC Certificate
There is much controversy out there today with people huffing and puffing and blowing out their chest claiming that their CP Course is the best thing since sliced bread and then charging you for the privilege of hearing them tell you more about their escapades when they should be teaching you the essential basics of Close Protection.
The PBA make no such claim, rather we simply say that our course is written to map the SIA requirements for licensing and modeled on "The Bodyguards Bible" otherwise referred to as the DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO CLOSE PROTECTION.
The mandatory requirement is 140 guided learning hours and this is barely enough time to teach you the basics sufficient for you to apply for your SIA license.
The real skill in Close Protection is knowing and understanding your role within the team and its execution. This is a skill developed over time with continuous practice in the field working with real professionals. You can enhance your learning by committing to a Continued Professional Development program
once you are licensed to operate.
DS Course Prospectus.pdf
Next Course TBA
Level 2 Door Supervision (Qcf) BTEC Certificate
For those wishing to apply for Door Supervisor licence which will allow the individual to operate as both a Security Guard and Door Supervisor
The course is delivered over 4 consecutive days with day 5 being the day set aside for examinations.
Delegates must complete and pass all 4 units as outlined below to achieve a Level 2 QCF in Door Supervision that meets the criteria to apply for their SIA licence.
Unit 1: Working in the Private Security Industry
Unit 2: Working as a Door Supervisor
Unit 3: Conflict Management for the Private Security Industry
Unit 4: Physical Intervention Skills for the Private Security Industry
SG Course Prospectus.pdf
Level 2 Award in Security Guarding (Static and Patrol)
For those wishing to begin working as a Security Guard. On successful completion of the course, and passing the required examinations, delegates will be able to apply for an SIA licence to work as a Security Guard.
The course is delivered over 4 consecutive days and covers 2 Modules.
Delegates must complete and pass the 2 units as outlined below to achieve a Level 2 QCF in Security Guarding that meets the criteria to apply for their SIA licence.
Unit 1: Roles and Responsibilites
Unit 2: Communication and Conflict Management
PTLLS Course Prospectus.pdf
PTLLS Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector
Accreditation of PTLLS confers Threshold Licence to Teach by the Institute for Learning. The PTLLS qualification is positioned at level 3 or 4 and is part of the overall standards for teaching in the adult sector.
The next step after the PTLLS qualification is the Certificate to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector (CTLLS). CTLLS in the Lifelong Learning Sector includes 3 mandatory units ('PTLLS', 'Planning and Enabling Learning' and 'Principles and Practice of Assessment') plus optional units.
The learner undergoing the PTLLS/CTLLS qualification will find it a stimulating developmental-driven learning route which will help reinforce the learning behind the qualification.
FPOS Course Prospectus.pdf
Level 2 IHCD/FPOS Intermediate
The FPOS has been created between the IHCD and the Faculty of Pre-Hospital Care of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.
Overview
This foundational and valuable course, which as the title states, is designed for the immediate care and responses required in any emergency situation. The course is structured in subject delivery and practice, bringing constant development to each participant, but will also require some element of pre-learning and some further study outside of the course teaching hours.
This 'full' FPOS course is delivered over five days and you will receive qualification in both FPOS Basic and Intermediate levels of award. You do not need to be a previously qualified First Aider to undertake this course.
LEVEL 1
LEVEL 2
LEVEL 3
DoCM Course Prospectus.pdf
DELIVERY of CONFLICT MANAGEMENT
The purpose of this course is to provide trainers with the necessary skills and knowledge to enable them to deliver effective, realistic and relevant training in Conflict Management or Conflict Resolution.
It provides a recognised qualification for those who want to train others to deal with any types of violence in the workplace.
It is a qualification that will equip you to train a wide range of workers, security operators, door supervisors, NHS and all those who interact face-to-face with fellow workers and the public.
SPECTATOR SAFETY L2 QCF Course Prospectus.pdf
The NCFE Level 2 NVQ CERTIFICATE in Spectator Safety QCF aims to provide a nationally recognised, competence-based qualification that is appropriate to the work of stewards and marshals in spectator events, especially events taking place within sports stadia and relating directly to the National Occupational Standards developed by SkillsActive.
The objectives of the qualification are to:
•Provide opportunities for the learner to develop and apply skills and knowledge related to spectator safety within their work environment.
•Allow the learner to demonstrate competence when carrying out their responsibilities at work and through a range of work activities
•Enable the learner to develop skills and knowledge in work activities relevant to their job role in the provision of spectator safety.
PI for DS Course Prospectus.pdf
Professional Investigator.pdf
ENROLMENT FORM.pdf
The PBA Training Centre is a learning centre accredited by Edexcel, EDI and HABC that provides an environment for learning that is intellectually challenging, stimulating, rewarding and enjoyable.
Our aim is to train to the highest standards and to be client driven in all our endeavours for delivery of quality assured programs. To ensure that this happens, we have implemented a quality management system that conforms to ISO 9001:2008 and are committed to Investors in People.
