About Hostile Environment Close Protection Operator (HECPO) Training Package
Welcome to our comprehensive HECPO Training Package designed for individuals seeking to excel in providing high-level, Close Protection Services in high-risk environments. Our HECPO Training Program has been meticulously crafted by seasoned professionals with extensive experience in high-risk situations, ensuring that graduates are equipped with the skills and mindset necessary to thrive in these extremely dangerous, and often challenging environments.
When operating within the capacity of high-threat, close protection within hostile, or austere environments, the HECPO [Operator] is expected to function at the highest level of capability and professionalism. These Operators often work in small teams, fully dependent on one another to ensure an effective protective effort is afforded the Client. Hostile Environment Close Protection Operator [HECPO] Courses are designed for qualified Close Protection Operators who are tasked with providing Close Protection Services where the use of firearms is highly likely.
Why Choose SPG for Your HECPO Course
Special Projects Group HECPO Courses are five days in duration [this can be extended], instructing on key subject matter such as the Tactical Use of Firearms, Security Escort Teams, Route Security, Residential Security Teams [RST], Counter-Attack Teams [CAT], and Security Advance Parties [SAP]. Courses are instructed by proven HECPO Operators / Instructors, with years of actual operational experience in various threat-level environments including Iraq, Afghanistan, SE Asia, and hail from Elite UK & US Military and Private Military backgrounds.
Who Are These Courses Aimed At?
The HECPO Training Package is aimed at operators within the Military or Security Sector who will be providing Close Protection Services to personnel in austere or high-threat environments. Those attending the HECPO Courses should already be qualified as Close Protection Operatives, having attended and passed the SIA Close Protection Course, or have fulfilled similar duties within a Military environment.
