Certificate III in Security Operations & Close Protection Operations

Dual CPP31318 | CPP31418
Cost $1450

This qualification is suitable for individuals who already hold a Queensland Security Licence and wish to deepen and broaden their skills and knowledge in security operations and lead security teams in the field. It provides a pathway to further learning and work in various security roles and settings, including security risk management.

Security officers at this level provide leadership in a team environment, operate under limited supervision, and use discretion and judgement in known and unpredictable work contexts.

This course is also for participants wishing to apply for a Queensland Bodyguard Licence.

On successful completion, participants will be issued with Certificates in the following Qualifications:

CPP31418 Certificate III in Security Operations

Core Units

  • BSBFLM312 – Contribute to team effectiveness
  • CPPSEC3101 – Manage conflict and security risks using negotiation
  • CPPSEC3102 – Maintain operational safety and security of work environment
  • CPPSEC3103 – Determine and implement response to security risk situation
  • CPPSEC3104 – Coordinate monitoring and control of individual and crowd behaviour
  • CPPSEC3105 – Coordinate provision of quality security services to clients
  • CPPSEC3106 – Gather, organise and present security information and documentation
  • HLTWHS003 โ€“ Maintain work health and safety

Elective Units

  • CHCCCS020 – Respond effectively to behaviours of concern
  • CPPSEC3108 โ€“ Store, protect and dispose of security information
  • CPPSEC3121 โ€“ Control persons using empty hand techniques
  • CPPSEC3122 โ€“ Plan provision of close protection services
  • CPPSEC3123 โ€“ Implement close protection services
  • CPPSEC3124 โ€“ Prepare and present evidence in court

CPP31418 Certificate III in Close Protection Operations

Core Units

  • CPPSEC3101 Manage conflict and security risks using negotiation
  • CPPSEC3103 Determine and implement response to security risk situation
  • CPPSEC3105 Coordinate provision of quality security services to clients
  • CPPSEC3121 Control persons using empty hand techniques
  • CPPSEC3122 Plan provision of close protection services
  • CPPSEC3123 Implement close protection services
  • HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid
  • HLTWHS003 Maintain work health and safety

Elective Units

  • BSBFLM312 Contribute to team effectiveness
  • CHCCCS020 Respond effectively to behaviours of concern
  • CPPSEC3102 Maintain operational safety and security of work environment
  • CPPSEC3104 Coordinate monitoring and control of individual and crowd behaviour
  • CPPSEC3106 Gather, organise and present security information and documentation
  • CPPSEC3108 Store, protect and dispose of security information

Participants must hold a current Queensland Security Licence.

Participants must have sufficient skills to read, write and communicate in English, and have access to a computer with internet access and Microsoft Word.

Participants must also be physically fit, and able to perform defensive tactic techniques. As an assessment requirement of the HLTAID014 unit, participants must be able to perform at least 2 minutes (5 cycles) of CPR on an adult resuscitation manikin that is placed on the floor.

Licence & Regulatory Requirements

Bodyguard component ONLY โ€“ Class 1 QLD Security Providers Licence

All Queensland Security Licenses are administered by the Office of Fair Trading.

All participants are encouraged to read through the requirements of a QLD Security Licence Application, as there is additional requirements & fees payable to Office of Fair Trading.

For example, participants must be over the age of 18, must be a fit and proper person, cannot have had any Disqualifying Offences under the criminal code in the last 10 years.




Course Price $1450.00

Fees include all assessments and resources needed to complete the course.

Option 2 Recognition of prior learning (RPL): $3,000

Refund, Cancellation and Transfer Policy

Please take the time to familiarise yourself with our refund and cancellation policy on page 8 & 9 of ourย Student Handbook. This handbook also includes more details on training and support services, as well as our terms and conditions.

Note for International Students โ€“ we are not CRICOS registered, please check your visa requirements for enrolment. ย We cannot accept international students who are on a student visa if your visa specifies that you must study with a CRICOS provider.

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This course is run as a blend of online/self-paced learning and face-to-face training.

Online training + 3 days classroom.

The online training is approximately 15-20 hours per unit (for a total of 15 units), however this greatly depends on the individual and their experience. Online/self-paced training โ€“ this involves reading a student manual and completing written, case scenario and online practical assessments (using Microsoft Word). Online training must be completed prior to booking in for the face-to-face training. Students have 12 months to complete this course from the date of enrolment.

Support for this online training is done via email with an assessor.

Government Funding is currently not available for this Course.

For more information on what courses are funded by ATI, please visit our Funded Training details page. https://atiaustralia.edu.au/funded-training/

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