Every industry has its Icon,
Ours is protection.

This module will introduce you to the basics of being an Executive Protection agent and give you a clear idea of where the information in this course could take you - if applied correctly.

In this module, you will… 

• Get a sense of the importance of this profession throughout history
• Build up an understanding of what goes into being an EP
• Get a clear idea of where the knowledge in this course could take you if put into action.

Lesson 1: A brief history of protection

Lesson 2: What executive protection is… and isn’t

Lesson 3: Secret service as ideal - adapted for private sector

Module downloadables: Terminology sheet

This module shows you the makeup and mindset of an effective Executive Protection Agent, and answers the question, “Why are our services necessary?”

In this module, you will…

• Understand the intrinsic and learned traits that make an effective Protection Agent and learn how to cultivate them.
• Learn to develop the mindset, character, and work ethic required to perform at a high level of protective services
• Recognize the necessity of our service and internalize the important values and codes that create longevity in the industry. 

Lesson 1: Qualities of a PA and becoming one

Lesson 2: Psychological Perspectives

Lesson 3: Understanding the need for security and codes to live by. (How to keep the job once you have it)

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This module shows you how to create a detailed profile of your client, how to structure a protective advance, and how to map out your career path.

In this module, you will… 

• Create a detailed client profile and learn how to operate in the protectee's environment as unobtrusively as possible
• Learn how to structure a protective advance which greatly increases your success in the industry
• Identify the branches of Executive Protection, and create a roadmap for your ideal career path.

Lesson 1: A principal's POV and working the principle

Lesson 2: Protective intelligence & Preparing for the big dance: The advance

Lesson 3: Types of protection, education, training, and experience

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This module introduces some practical tools and tips, including how to work in different environments, how to work within the law, and how to get selected for a protective detail.

In this module, you will… 

• Learn how to provide protection for clients within different environments.
• Understand how to effectively do your job within the limitations of the law.
• Learn how to make an attractive selection for decision-makers for protective details, and be an asset to the team.

Lesson 1: Home, work, and Traveling

Lesson 2: No Badges, No legal authority

Lesson 3: Team building

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This module explores how to handle some of the most difficult situations you might face: Ambushes, Medical emergencies, and Kidnappings.

In this module, you will… 

• Learn to identify signs of a potentially threatening individual and effective countermeasures for dealing with A.O.P.s
• Identify and respond to medical emergencies.
• Understand the mindset of a kidnapper, and be able to identify and have a mitigation protocol for explosives.

Lesson 1: Identifying potentially threatening individuals and Ambushes

Lesson 2: Emergency Medical Treatment

Lesson 3: Kidnapping and Bombs

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This module looks at the more subtle tools in the Executive protective agent's arsenal that they can use to de-escalate a potentially violent situation, as well as how to overcome common fears and doubts.

In this module, you will… 

• Learn how to think proactively, and analytically, and become proficient at verbal judo.
• Identifying and overcoming common fears and doubts that come with the job.

Lesson 1: Thinking, Problem Solving & Human Communication

Lesson 2: Of Demons, Dragons … and Other things

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In this module, you will be asked to put your knowledge to the test by planning a protective advantage.

In this module, you will… 

• Put the knowledge you’ve gained to the test by becoming a virtual member of an actual protective detail.
• Run through every step of the security detail, from client profile to protective advance, to boots on the ground.
• Learn from the missteps of experts and how they actually played out.

Lesson 1: International VIP Protection

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Congratulation on completing the Executive Protection Essentials course! This final module will review some of the most important information covered in this course as well as how to proceed from here.

In this module, you will… 

• Review the most important point we’ve covered during this course.
• Gain advice on how to continue on your journey to becoming a PA.
• BONUS: Receive expert tips on how to land your next assignment.

Lesson 1: Final review

Lesson 2: Congratulations

BONUS Lesson 3: How to identify and land your next assignment.

Module downloadables: Bonus Resources