Training
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World-class training opportunities designed to help individuals build successful civilian careers in globally recognised industries
The Ops Con Training Portal brings together world-class courses and programmes from trusted training providers, designed to help individuals build successful civilian careers in globally recognised industries.
All courses are open to everyone, but members enjoy discounted rates, early access, and exclusive opportunities to apply for fully funded places through The Ops Con Academy.
💎 Members receive exclusive discounts on all courses below
Close Protection
The Ops Con Training Portal features a selection of industry-recognised Close Protection courses delivered by trusted providers and partners. Each programme has been carefully chosen for its reputation, real-world relevance, and alignment with international professional standards in security and protective services.
Ronin™ (SA) Close Protection Course
Ronin™ (SA)
Ronin™ (SA) Close Protection Course is an intensive 5-week programme. This comprehensive training prepares you for high-level executive protection roles worldwide, with a unique focus on both tactical protection skills and emergency medical response.
Standard Price
€7250
Member Price
€6550
London Close Protection Skills and Familiarisation Day
The Ops Con Academy
The London Close Protection Skills and Familiarisation Day is a practical, immersive introduction to real-world close protection operations in a central London environment led by an ex–Tier 1 American Special Forces operator and a UK Army Veteran with a combined 20+ years of CP experience.
Standard Price
£199
Member Price
£149
The Ops Con Close Protection Programme
The Ops Con Academy
A selective 21-day close protection programme in London including Level 3 Close Protection and First Aid at Work. Candidates operate in real-world London environments through a final deployment exercise. Entry is by application and interview.
Standard Price
£2,999
Member Price
£2,499
Medical Training
The Ops Con Training Portal showcases medical training options from trusted organisations specialising in emergency care, trauma response, and operational first aid. Each course is designed to build practical competence and confidence for individuals working in challenging or unpredictable environments.
Ambulance Diploma Course
Ronin™SA
Comprehensive ambulance care and emergency medical training.
Standard Price
Contact for Pricing
Member Price
€500 Discount using Ops Con Referral
Ambulance Diploma – RPL
Ronin™SA
Recognition of Prior Learning pathway for experienced practitioners.
Standard Price
Contact for Pricing
CP Medical Assistant Course (CMAC)
Ronin™SA
Close Protection Medical Assistant Certification inc. FREC 3 & 4
Standard Price
€6150
Member Price
€500 Discount using Ops Con Referral
First Aid at Work (FAW) – Level 3 Award
The Ops Con Academy
Comprehensive three day First Aid at Work course providing the skills and knowledge required to become a certified workplace first aider.
Standard Price
£295
Member Price
£245
First Aid at Work Refresher (FAW Requalification)
The Ops Con Academy
Renew your First Aid at Work qualification with this accredited two day refresher course designed for workplace first aiders needing to maintain certification.
Standard Price
£195
Member Price
£175
First Person on Scene (FPOS-I) – Level 3 Intermediate Pre-Hospital Care
The Ops Con Academy
A Level 3 intermediate pre-hospital care course equipping operators with the skills to manage real-world medical emergencies in high-risk and operational environments.
Standard Price
£425
Member Price
£325
First Responder Emergency Care (FREC3)
Grimnir LLC
This qualification will benefit delegates by providing the knowledge and practical competencies needed to deal with a range of prehospital emergency care situations.
Standard Price
£1020
Member Price
£918
Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work (SFJ Accredited)
The Ops Con Academy
A practical one-day course delivered by an ex–Tier 1 American Special Forces operator and former Medical Sergeant, providing essential lifesaving skills grounded in elite operational experience.
Standard Price
£125
Member Price
£95
Paediatric First Aid (Level 3 Award – Hybrid)
The Ops Con Academy
A flexible hybrid paediatric first aid course combining online learning with one day of practical training, delivering a full Level 3 qualification.
Standard Price
£110
Member Price
£90
Paediatric First Aid (Level 3 Award)
The Ops Con Academy
A comprehensive 2-day paediatric first aid course providing the full Level 3 qualification through in-person training.
Standard Price
£120
Member Price
£95
Qualsafe UK (FREC 3) Courses
Gaboon Protection
UK-accredited FREC 3 qualification delivered in South Africa.
Standard Price
R12000
Member Price
R9000
Driving & Chauffeur Training
Our Advanced Driving category highlights professional driving and chauffeur training delivered by accredited experts in the field. These courses are selected for their focus on safety, precision, and client care, providing valuable skills for those pursuing roles in executive transport or protective mobility.
242 Advanced Driving Course
242 Group
Take your driving to the next level with our comprehensive course, covering evasive driving, advanced driving techniques, and security services.
Standard Price
£3480
Member Price
£3306
Belgraves of London Chauffeur Training Academy
Belgraves of London
Step into the world of elite chauffeuring with Belgraves of London’s seven-day training academy. Delivered by former law-enforcement specialists this immersive programme blends advanced driving mastery with exceptional soft-skills development to prepare candidates for Royal, Diplomatic, and VIP clients.
Standard Price
£2,700
Member Price
£2,295
Skills & Drills
Practical, hands-on training designed to sharpen the core skills that set professionals apart. From hospitality excellence to specialist drills, these programmes build the real-world competence that clients and employers demand.
The Principal Protocol
The Ops Con Academy
Learn practical skills in conduct, etiquette, and integration within households, executive teams, and venues, building a strong reputation for a career in private security, executive support, or hospitality. No prior experience required.
Standard Price
£65
Member Price
£50
SFJ Awards Level 3 Award in Counter-Terrorism Protective Security and Preparedness (CTPSaP)
The Ops Con Academy
A nationally recognised Level 3 qualification in counter-terrorism protective security and preparedness, delivered in a small-cohort instructor-led environment by The Ops Con.
Standard Price
£1750
Member Price
£1,349
Situational Awareness & Personal Development
This category features specialist training in personal safety, situational awareness, and threat detection. These external courses are handpicked for their ability to develop critical thinking, risk assessment, and decision-making skills essential for professional and personal security.
Surveillance Course (Part 1)
242 Group
The Fundamentals of Foot Surveillance & Introduction to Mobile Surveillance.
Standard Price
£1980
Member Price
£1782
Surveillance Course (Part 2)
242 Group
Advanced Foot and Mobile Techniques
Standard Price
Contact For Pricing
Member Price
TBC
Accredited Covert Human Surveillance Course
S2K Group
Covert Human Surveillance Course delivered by specialists with backgrounds in UK Special Forces, government, and defence, ensuring the highest professional standards.
Standard Price
£1,800 (Inc. Accommodation) £1,400 (Exc. Accommodation)
Member Price
£1,440 (Inc. Accommodation) OR £1,120 (Exc. Accommodation)
Level 3 Behavioural Detection Officer (BDO)
Barham Protection Services Ltd.
The original and first globally accredited Highfield accredited Level 3 Behavioural Detection Officer (BDO) course.
Standard Price
£720
Member Price
£600
SAFE
Grimnir LLC
Security Awareness in Fragile Environments (SAFE) is the base training programme specifically created to equip individuals for travelling to complex regions.
Standard Price
Contact for Pricing
Member Price
TBC
Situation & Threat Awareness Specialist (STAS) Training
Arcuri Group
The SAS / STAS professional certificate training program was designed to educate an individual in the craft of situational awareness - to help build and enhance the capacity to better understand and deal with the dynamics of random and potentially threatening events.
Standard Price
£150
Member Price
£120
Hostile Environment Training
Specialist training for professionals operating in high-risk, volatile, or austere environments. These courses prepare individuals for deployment in conflict zones, remote regions, and challenging operational theatres where standard security protocols may not apply.
HEAT
Grimnir LLC
Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) prepares individuals to operate confidently and safely in non-permissive, high-risk environments where threats can emerge unpredictably.
Standard Price
£1517
Member Price
£1363
Hostile Environment First Aid Training (HEFAT)
The Ops Con Academy
Expert-led HEFAT training built on real-world operational experience, tailored to equip you for the realities of hostile and high-risk settings.
Standard Price
£1,250
Member Price
£1000
S.E.N.T.I.N.E.L
The S.E.N.T.I.N.E.L programme is a progressive training system designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and skills needed for safe and effective operations in hostile and austere environments.
S.E.N.T.I.N.E.L Level 1 (In-Person)
The Ops Con Academy
Foundations of Safe Operations in Austere & High-Risk Environments - A full-day foundation course introducing structured risk mitigation, travel security awareness and safe operational planning for journalists, NGOs and expeditionary professionals working in austere and high-risk environments.
Standard Price
£295
Member Price
£195
S.E.N.T.I.N.E.L Level 1 (Online)
The Ops Con Academy
Foundations of Safe Operations in Austere & High-Risk Environments - A full-day foundation course introducing structured risk mitigation, travel security awareness and safe operational planning for journalists, NGOs and expeditionary professionals working in austere and high-risk environments.
Standard Price
£295
Member Price
£195
S.E.N.T.I.N.E.L Level 2 – IED, UXO & Drone Threat Awareness
The Ops Con Academy
Module 1 - IED, UXO & Drone Threat Awareness - An applied operational awareness course covering IED recognition, UXO identification and emerging drone threats in austere and high-risk environments.
Standard Price
£350
Member Price
£250
S.E.N.T.I.N.E.L Level 2 - Media Backwatch Principles (In-Person)
The Ops Con Academy
Module 3 - Media Backwatch Principles - An operational awareness course introducing the role of media backwatch support for journalists and expeditionary teams operating in high-risk environments.
Standard Price
£195
Member Price
£140
S.E.N.T.I.N.E.L Level 2 - Media Backwatch Principles (Online)
The Ops Con Academy
MODULE 3 - Media Backwatch Principles - An operational awareness course introducing the role of media backwatch support for journalists and expeditionary teams operating in high-risk environments.
Standard Price
£195
Member Price
£140
S.E.N.T.I.N.E.L Level 2 - OSINT & Threat Intelligence (In-Person)
The Ops Con Academy
Module 2 - OSINT & Threat Intelligence - An applied course introducing open-source intelligence techniques and threat intelligence preparation for journalists, NGOs and expeditionary teams operating in high-risk environments.
Standard Price
£150
Member Price
£110
S.E.N.T.I.N.E.L Level 2 - OSINT & Threat Intelligence (Online)
The Ops Con Academy
Module 2 - OSINT & Threat Intelligence - An applied course introducing open-source intelligence techniques and threat intelligence preparation for journalists, NGOs and expeditionary teams operating in high-risk environments.
Standard Price
£150
Member Price
£110
S.E.N.T.I.N.E.L Level 3 – Hostile Environment First Aid Training (HEFAT)
The Ops Con Academy
A four-day hostile environment medical course focused on trauma care and casualty management for journalists, NGO personnel and expeditionary teams operating in austere environments.
Standard Price
£750
Member Price
£650
S.E.N.T.I.N.E.L Programme – Founding Cohort Invitation
The Ops Con Academy
A limited invitation for Ops Con members to participate in the first full delivery of The Ops Con’s S.E.N.T.I.N.E.L Programme. This founding cohort will complete the entire Sentinel framework from Level 1 through Level 3, including hostile environment medical training.
Standard Price
£1395
Member Price
FREE
S.E.N.T.I.N.E.L Tier 1 Advisor Package – Full In-Person Immersion
The Ops Con Academy
The complete in-person S.E.N.T.I.N.E.L training pathway developing operational awareness, explosive hazard awareness and hostile environment medical capability for professionals operating in high-risk environments.
Standard Price
£1,395
Member Price
£1,195
S.E.N.T.I.N.E.L Tier 2 Advisor Package – Blended Pathway
The Ops Con Academy
Complete the S.E.N.T.I.N.E.L Tier 2 Advisor pathway including operational awareness modules, explosive hazard awareness and hostile environment medical training.
Standard Price
£1,295
Member Price
£1,095
S.E.N.T.I.N.E.L Tier 3 Advisor Package – Online Pathway
The Ops Con Academy
Complete the S.E.N.T.I.N.E.L Tier 3 Advisor pathway through structured online training covering operational foundations, threat intelligence and media backwatch principles.
Standard Price
£525
Member Price
£450
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