Training required to be a bodyguard
Before you can apply to be a licensed bodyguard, you need to complete approved training through a registered training organisation.
The training units required in Queensland come from the Certificate III in Close Protection Operations (course code CPP31418)—you don't need to complete the full Certificate III.
Units from the previous course code—CPP07—are no longer accepted.
You must complete 8 core modules and 6 electives from the table below. Electives are shown in bold.
Use the training.gov.au website to find a training provider.
| Course module | Module code |
|---|---|
| Manage conflict and security risks using negotiation (Find a provider) | CPPSEC3101 |
| Determine and implement response to security risk situation (Find a provider) | CPPSEC3103 |
| Coordinate provision of quality security services to clients (Find a provider) | CPPSEC3105 |
| Control persons using empty hand techniques (Find a provider) | CPPSEC3121 |
| Plan provision of close protection services (Find a provider) | CPPSEC3122 |
| Implement close protection services (Find a provider) | CPPSEC3123 |
| Provide first aid (Find a provider) | HLTAID011 |
| Maintain work health and safety (Find a provider) | HLTWHS003 |
| Contribute to team effectiveness (Find a provider) | BSBFLM312 |
| Respond effectively to behaviours of concern (Find a provider) | CHCCCS020 |
| Maintain operational safety and security of work environment (Find a provider) | CPPSEC3102 |
| Coordinate monitoring and control of individual and crowd behaviour (Find a provider) | CPPSEC3104 |
| Gather, organise and present security information and documentation (Find a provider) | CPPSEC3106 |
| Store, protect and dispose of security information (Find a provider) | CPPSEC3108 |
International students
If you're travelling on a student visa, make sure the training organisation you use is registered with the Commonwealth Register of Institutions for Overseas Students.
We don't accept training certificates based on credit transfers for international students.
Working while training
A restricted licence allows you to complete your training as you work, as long as a fully licensed security provider supervises you.
A restricted licence only lasts for 6 months—you can't apply for an extension. During this time, you must:
- complete the training requirements
- apply for a full, unrestricted licence.
Your supervisor needs to:
- be in the same location as you—preferably able to see you unless this isn't practical
- be able to immediately assist you
- give you detailed written instructions about your work
- write down the tasks you perform
- regularly check your progress and include written notes.
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