Protective Security Operations Certification (PSOC) – San Antonio, TX

Course Overview

Protective Security Operations Certification (PSOC) is designed exclusively for private security, Federal Government, DoD, and law enforcement professionals interested in learning modern methods for executive protection and personal security of high net-worth or ‘at-risk’ individuals.  This five-day certification program is approved training by multiple Federal Government, state, and corporate organizations, and is the only major university-accredited protective services training program in the United States.

PSOC teaches contemporary skills for low visibility personal security in permissive to semi-permissive environments where a low to moderate threat exists.  This highly academic and practical application-based training course creates a comprehensive and balanced foundation for prospective or current members of protective details.  Subject matter comprises the most progressive and relevant doctrine currently available for individuals seeking instruction in new EP practices.

The primary goal of PSOC is to professionally educate and train those tasked with protective operations. Regardless of background or current assignment, students are trained to operate as a team.  It is critical that protection agents exhibit professionalism, demonstrate fluid proficiency, and act with confidence in their abilities.  To achieve and enforce this, students are held to a high standard and expected to perform during training.  This is a certification course where various forms of testing and evaluation are utilized to measure the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for graduation.  Attendance does not guarantee completion.

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Pre-requisite: None.

Enrollment: Open to active security professionals, law enforcement, the Department of Defense, government agencies, eligible government contractors, and approved civilians with a security industry affiliation.

Specific start times will be given upon registration.

Commercial Cost: $2,025.00 per student

GSA Cost: $$1,381.80 per student

STUDENT EQUIPMENT LIST:

Casual attire for classroom and field training
Business-Casual attire for final exercise (slacks, collared shirt, jacket, etc.)
Small hand-held flashlight
3×5 notebook w/ pen
Cellular phone
Laptop/Computer Tablet (Strongly Recommended)