Our Training Academy runs, Daily, Residential, and distance learning Courses at Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced  levels for  Close Protection, Security Teams, Air / Cabin Crew, Airport, Maritime Security, Special Operations Groups as well as  Equipment Training & Development groups. In addition, courses and training modules can be designed to meet the specific requirements of the most demanding client. Most of these training courses are held in the United Kingdom, Greece and the U.S.A. and are open to Government Agencies, Companies and Private Individuals. Standard training courses run from 2 & 28 days, plus 8 months for the Special Projects Teams. All courses are both residential and non-residential, with individual training provided in response to specific requests.

Training programmes are also provided at locations specified by the client, allowing personnel to be on site to undertake " active service" during training.

Depending on the client's requirements, training can be provided in any of these areas.

This list is not exhaustive and is only given as an example:

• CLOSE PROTECTION
• SPECIAL OPERATIONS GROUPS
• MARITIME SECURITY
• AIRPORT SECURITY
• AIRCREW TRAINING
• RESIDENTIAL SECURITY TEAMS
• TACTICAL & DEFENSIVE DRIVING
• SURVEILLANCE & COUNTER SURVEILLANCE
• BOMB DETECTION & COUNTER MEASURES
• HOSTAGE SURVIVAL
• ALL OTHER SECURITY RELATED MATTERS

PRINCIPAL STAFF
Our staff consists of a highly experienced and motivated International team. Our instructors are men and women with many years of experienced in working world-wide with people of the highest social standing and diverse cultures.

Their areas of expertise range from Close Protection, Maritime and Airport Security, Emergency Response, IED identification to Risk Analysis.

This expertise has been accumulated by years of service to such units and departments as: Special Forces, Marine Units, Royal Navy, Royal Air Force, Police and Law Enforcement Units, Special Operations Group.

CIVILIAN COURSES

BEGINNER INVESTIGATIONSAND DETECTIVE AGENCY COURSE

This 24 month distance learning course gives the student one set of documents per month for 24 months with a tutor assigned to help the trainee learn everthing necessary to build up their own investigations/detective agency and build up a client base as well as taking on an Intertecs regional office to be part of the Intertrecs Global network. Some of the categories, which will be covered during your basic training. i) General role description of a private investigator, and the extent of his jurisdiction.ii) Possible duties to be undertaken, types of work expected, and from what sectors of life/community. iii) Jurisdiction of the police.iv) General Offenses inc: theft, fraud, burglary, criminal damage and blackmail.v) Criminal and Civil delectus vi) Which information and from which sources may I legally pass on.
24 Months @ £12 0r $20 per month

SUPPORT TRAINING: 2 / 4 & 7 DAY.

• Close Quarter Weapons Defence and Retention
• Personal Protection ( Basic
• Personal Protection (Advanced )
• Defensive Baton
• Handcuff and Restraint
• Deployment and Use of Riot Shield's

This six-day course is designed for Chauffeurs, Company Drivers and Private individuals. The course is structured around Tactical & Defensive Driving, Skid Pan, Threat Assessment, Counter Surveillance, Vehicle Search, IED Recognition, Vehicle Security, Route Planning, Communications, First-Aid, Bus-de-Bus Techniques, Incident Response and Weapons Handling.

RESIDENTIAL SECURITY TEAM COURSE: 6 DAY.

A six day course to train members of a residential security team in the use of Protocol, IT Systems, Vehicle Security Checks, Visitor Profiling, Communications, Perimeter Security Devices, CCTV Operation, Counter Surveillance and Travelling Arrangenments. This course can be tailored to meet the client's exact needs.

CLOSE PROTECTION TRAINING COURSE: 6 DAY.

This six-day close protection course is a full introduction to the knowledge and skills required to operate as a close protection officer ( CPO ). The course is designed to give the candidate a grounding in Protocol, Threat Assessment, Counter Surveillance, Explosive Detection (vehicle and mail bombs), Residential Security, Car Drills, Unarmed Combat and Firearms Skills. This is an intensive training course that is designed to make the candidate aware of the demands that are made of a CPO. Candidates must fully meet the requirements of this training course if they are to proceed with further training with us.

INTERMEDIATE CLOSE PROTECTION TRAINING COURSE: 10 DAY
( See below for course Content )

An introduction into the work and responsibilities of the Close Protection Officer. The modules covered by this program are Protocol, Threat Assessment, Counter Surveillance, Explosive Detection, Residential Security, Car Drills, Tactical & Defensive Driving, Combative and Weapons Handling.

ADVANCED CLOSE PROTECTION TRAINING COURSE: 11 DAY.
( See below for course Content )

This advanced Course is run on the same lines as the civilian programme but modules on Electronics, Weapons Handling and the use of Body Armour. A course for the experienced individual.

PERSONAL PROTECTION TRAINING COURSE
( See below for course Content )

This basic course is intended for those who have not had any previous Martial Arts, self defence or Boxing experience. It is a one day intensive course and those attending will learn Modern, Practical, Effective skills and techniques of personal protection.

DEFENSIVE BATON TRAINING COURSE
( See below for course Content )

This is a one day intensive Training Course aimed at Police Officers and also Security Personnel working in countries that allow the carrying of Truncheons, Night Sticks or any other form of baton.

CONTINUAL PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT TRAINING

As part of our Commitment to the development of a professionally trained cadre, all qualified personnel are expected to keep themselves fully up to date on the methods and operations of the job. Continual professional development courses are provided to meet this requirement.

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AIR / CABIN CREW & AIRPORT SECURITY COURSE: 2 & 10 DAY.

These two and ten day courses are designed for personnel who are assigned to Air / Cabin Crew & Airport Security Teams. These courses cover areas such as Disruptive & Violent Passengers, Security Management, Contingency Planning, Bomb Warning Management, Passenger Profiling, Fraudulent Documentation and Weapons and Explosive Recognition.

MARITIME SECURITY COURSE: 2 & 14 DAY.

Two and fourteen day courses designed for ships crew and security personal covering: Anti-Piracy, Counter Hijack Procedures, Hostage Survival, contingency Planning (ship), Passenger Profiling, Passenger and Baggage Screening.

NOTE: Services listed above are only  examples of the courses available from us as most of our clients require their courses to be customised based upon the modules which we offer.

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ALL REQUESTS FOR THE FOLLOWING COURSE INFORMATION  SHOULD BE MADE ON AN OFFICIAL UNIT OR DEPARTMENT LETTER HEAD.

POLICE AND MILITARY COURSES

SPECIAL OPERATIONS GROUP COURSE: 

This  training module is a very demanding program designed to constrict a fully operational Special Projects Team from Military & Police personnel. These units will then be capable of responding to any situation at short notice.

A training course specifically designed for the professionally trained, qualified, and tested members of a police or military emergency response team. This training is provided to meet the specialized requirements of the client and team members. Each team member is trained in the use of the latest specialized equipment required to carry out a successful operation and to assess their present levels. The technique used by a negotiator is also included in this course.

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CONTINUAL PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT TRAINING As part of our Commitment to the development of a professionally trained cadre, all qualified personnel are expected to keep themselves fully up to date on the methods and operations of the job. Continual professional development courses are provided to meet this requirement.

EXAMPLES OF COURSE SYLLABUSES

INTERMEDIATE CLOSE PROTECTION OFFICERS COURSE

COURSE CONTENT

To provide personnel to protect VIP's whilst they carry out their day to day duties.

Threat Assessment of Persons & Areas.

• Survey Home and Office locations and assess the range of threat at different venues.
• To be able to advise the VIP of all known dangers to him and his family.
• To liaise and work with all emergency services.
• To conduct an in depth analysis of the VIP's routines and working / social schedule.
• Be aware of hostage survival techniques.

Combative.

• To be able to protect oneself and the VIP against attack with knife, gun and baton etc
• Thorough knowledge of the body make-up, strike areas, vulnerable points etc.
• Be able to construct a fitness table for future training.

Searching Techniques. People, Vehicle and Buildings.

• Searching people for unauthorised items.
• Searching vehicles for unauthorised items.
• Searching buildings for unauthorised items.
• Basic recognition of Improvised Explosive Devices. (lED's ).
• Basic understanding of the construction of Improvised Explosive Devices.
• Liaising with relevant authorities.

Route Selection & Surveillance Techniques.

• Understand the theory of Route Selection.
• Carry out route reconnaissance, planning and map reading exercises.
• Assess various routes open to them, selection and avoidance techniques.
• Surveillance and counter surveillance drills; thorough knowledge both practical and theory.
• Maintain communication with remainder of the team by way of code words and ERV's.
• Prepare and give clear and concise orders / instructions to remainder of the team and the VIP.

Foot & Vehicle Drills / Escort Drills.

• Cover and understand basic foot drill formations
• Cover and understand basic car formations.
• Understand and have a thorough knowledge of actions on in the event of an emergency.

Medical.

• Understanding the theory of A-B-C-D.
• How to apply C.P.R.
• Medical Profile of VIP, family and team members.
• Restore body fluids.
• Locate and profile doctors and local hospitals.

Weapons Handling.

• Handling skills.
• Weapons Knowledge.
• Foot drills.

Classroom Examination & Assessments.

ADVANCED CLOSE PROTECTION OFFICERS COURSE

COURSE CONTENT

VIP PROTECTION:

• Means and equipment used in VIP protection.
• Suspect identification, location and treatment.
• Briefing and updating the VIP family and Staff.
• Identifying your adversary and information gathering.
• Information security.
• Routine and Emergency procedures.
• Procedure for handling mail, letters, parcels and gifts.
• Analysis of past events and incidents.
• Crisis management.
• Emergency situations, identification and reaction.

FIREARMS TRAINING:

• Safety procedures.
• Firearms techniques.
• Movement with a weapon.
• The Shooting method.
• Evacuation techniques.
• Using all available cover.
• Engaging multiple targets.
• Selective and long range shooting.
• Night shooting.
• Use of weakest hand.
• Integrated exercise.
• Physical Fitness.
• CQB.
• Anti Sabotage.
• First Aid.

INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS:

• Practical and Theoretical.
• Simulated and Live Drills.
• Special Forces Training Methods

PERSONAL PROTECTION TRAINING COURSE

BASIC COURSE: which is intended for those who have not had any previous Martial Arts or Boxing experience. It is a one day intensive course and those attending will learn Modern, Practical, Effective skills and techniques of personal protection.

Fitness Training - In Readiness for Combat (Practical)

Exercises that can be carried out on a regular basis to improve and maintain a level of strength, fitness and stamina that are necessary to survive a violent encounter.

Body Language - Reading a Suspects Bodily Moves (Lecture)

Subconscious signs and signals given off by a person of his intentions to attack you.

Oral Control (Lecture)

The use of the voice to command and control subjects.

Verbal Strategies and Tactics (Lecture)

 Why, how and when to use oral control.

Force Level (Lecture)

Different levels of force used in personal protection and when they can be applied.

Mind Set (Lecture)

The frame of mind needed to survive a fighting encounter.

Basic Skills and Techniques of Personal Protection (Practical)

Blocking and evading both and unarmed attacks. Basic striking methods and the correct striking areas of the body.

Combat Techniques (Practical)

Defence against various armed and unarmed attacks using the above skills.

Control and Restraint Techniques (Practical)

Basic pressure point and joint manipulation control techniques. Defensive Techniques

Using a Flash Light (Practical)

The proper use of a flashlight for self-defence and restraint purposes.

Defence Against Knife Attacks (Practical)

Defence against knife attacks using armed and unarmed techniques.

Combat Techniques (Practical)

Defence against various attacks using all of the skills and techniques covered on the course.

Basic Resuscitation Training (Practical)

Resuscitating a subject who may have been accidentally rendered unconscious while trying to restrain him / her.

Self-defence and the Law (Lecture)

An insight into the use of Self-defence within the Law.

COURSE DEBRIEF

DEFENSIVE BATON TRAINING COURSE

This is a one day intensive Training Course aimed at Police Officers and also Security Personnel working in countries that allow the carrying of Truncheons, Night Sticks or any other form of baton.

• Choosing Your Baton (Lecture)
• Oral Control (Lecture)
• Verbal Strategies and Tactics (Lecture)
• Force Level (Lecture)
• Basic Striking Techniques (Practical)
• Effective Striking Areas (Practical)
• Defensive Baton Techniques (Practical)
  Defensive techniques against various unarmed attacks.
• Restraining Techniques (Practical)
  The proper use of the baton to restrain non co-operative and violent subjects.
• Defensive Baton Techniques (Practical)
  Defensive techniques against various armed attacks.
• Baton Retention Techniques (Practical)
• Defensive Baton Techniques (Practical)
  Defensive techniques against various armed and unarmed attacks using all of the skills and techniques covered on the course.
• Resuscitation Training (Lecture & Practical)
  Resuscitating a subject who may have been accidentally rendered unconscious while trying to restrain him / her.
• Self-defence and the Law (Lecture)

COURSE DEBRIEF

Due to the Law restricting the carrying of batons by Security Officers in Great Britain, this course is only available to serving Police Officers and to Security Personnel who work on the International Circuit.

CLOSE QUARTER WEAPONS DEFENCE AND RETENTION COURSE

Today the use of firearms in criminal and terrorist attacks is increasing dramatically. It is an essential part of any training program for Police Units; Law-Enforcement agencies and specialist Security Companies to ensure that their personnel are correctly trained in effect live close quarter weapons defence techniques.

COURSE SYLLABUS:

• Increasing use of Firearms and Bladed Weapons by Criminals and Terrorists (Lecture)
• Oral Control (Lecture)
• Verbal Strategies and Tactics (Lecture)
• Force Level (Lecture)
• Close Quarter Firearms Defence Techniques (Practical)
• Close Quarter Knife Defence Techniques (Practical)
• Weapons Retention Techniques (Practical)
• Resuscitation Training (Practical)
• Self-defence and the Law (Lecture)

COURSE DEBRIEF

This is a one day intensive specialist training course aimed at High Risk Law-Enforcement, Military and Security Personnel such as members of Tactical Response Units, Special Projects Teams and VIP Protection Units etc. Due to the nature of this training course and the skills and techniques taught it is only available to serving Police, Military and Specialist Security Personnel.

ALL REQUESTS FOR COURSE INFORMATION ON THE ABOVE SHOULD BE MADE ON AN OFFICIAL UNIT OR DEPARTMENT LETTERHEAD.