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CLOSE PROTECTION COURSE OVERVIEW

Ronin™ (SA) provides a Close Protection Course which, due to its multi disciplined nature, is highly relevant to a host of security applications both land based and maritime, be they within either a Hostile or a Medium Risk environment.

Many of our graduates have military & police backgrounds, but this is not a requirement to attend our training. Civilians with suitable background checks, an open mind, disciplined work ethic and a good level of fitness do very well.

 CERTIFICATION
Certification is compliant with the relevant Security Industry Regulatory Authorities for licensing as a Close Protection Officer (South African PSIRA / United Kingdom SIA)

  • Ronin SA Close Protection Certificate
  • Ronin SA Team Medical Assistant Certificate
  • QCTO Occupational Certificate: Close Protector
  • Qualsafe Level 3 Certificate in First Response Emergency Care (FREC3)
  • PFTC Firearms Certificate (Handgun & Carbine) to Tactical Level
  • Qualification Network UK Level 3 Certificate for Close Protection Operatives (UK nationals only)
 COURSE DETAILS
Course Details
Entry Requirements
  • English proficiency at CEFR B2 level or equivalent.
  • Valid manual driving license (Code B) held for 2+ years.
  • Good physical fitness, tested upon arrival using our Standard Fitness Test.
  • Approved criminal background check.
Course Content & Program

Our Close Protection Course includes Prehospital Emergency Care, Venue Security, Protective Driving, and more. View the full program here.

What To Bring

Casual clothing is fine for class. Use our Packing List for preparation.

UK Licensing (SIA)

Ronin SA offers dual-accreditation in partnership with C2C Skills Ltd. Modules 1–3 are at Ronin SA, with Modules 4–7 and exams in the UK.

Ronin covers tuition and exam fees but excludes accommodation and travel.

Licensing in Your Country

Graduates can apply for Recognition of Prior Learning in their home country. Guidance is provided for:

Post-Course Support

Graduates get access to resources like CV templates, a graduate database, and Signal groups for real-time updates and opportunities.

LOCATIONS & ACCOMMODATION

Locations
Cape Town, South Africa
Scenic Hout Bay is a lively coastal town with a lovely swimming beach and a picturesque harbour where you can buy some of the best fish and chips in the world!

Accommodation
Students live in modern self-catering apartments sharing a room with a colleague (same gender) close (200m) to the beach, restaurants, shops, gyms, laundry and best of all, the training center.

Meals
Meals taken can be taken (via a voucher based system) either at an assortment of local restaurants or via a grocery store on a self-catering basis. Tastes range from Italian to Mexican and all the usual tastes in between.

Łódź, Poland
Nestled in the heart of Poland, Łódź is a city where history meets modernity, offering endless inspiration for those who visit. Known for its vibrant arts scene, industrial heritage, and cutting-edge innovation, Łódź is constantly evolving while preserving its rich cultural roots.

Accommodation
Students stay in a Country Hotel and will be sharing a room with a colleague (same gender). The hotel includes an on-site restaurant, access to a swimming lake as well as a jogging track through the forest.

Meals
Buffet Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner is served on-site.


COURSE DATES

Destinations
Accommodating your Leave Rotation

While we recommend completing the course in one continuous session for the best experience, splitting the course into segments is possible. Please note the following:

  • The course must be paid in full by the start of the first week.
  • All modules must be completed within 12 months of each other.
  • Learners must source their own accommodation; however, we will provide a discount for accommodation not taken.

Please engage with us via email at enquiries@ronin.co.za to set this up and finalize dates.

Fully Inclusive

FULLY INCLUSIVE

Tuition

Course Equipment & Weapon Rental

Operational Frontline Ambulance Shifts (Cape Town only)

Range Fees (Tactical Kill House & Glass Shooting)

Ammunition

Course Vehicle Rental

Skidpan & Raceway Fees

Certification Fees

Accommodation

Half-Board (Breakfast & Dinner — Cape Town)

Full-Board (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner — Poland)

Wi-Fi

UK Assessment Module (UK nationals only)

Any Applicable VAT

 FINANCES


Locations (Modified)
Course Cost

To receive a price for the 5 Week Close Protection Course kindly apply for a quote so we can quote you based on your unique circumstances and applicable discounts.

Should your quotation received be in Euro's, this can be converted to your local currency using XE Currency Converter
Discounts

At Ronin SA we understand that quality education is expensive but we are prepared to subsidise certain categories of learners in return for their service in society or on compassionate grounds.

To view the criteria kindly visit our Discount Page

Tax Rebates & Funding Schemes

Certain countries provide their nationals with tax rebate schemes or even funding assistance. These are in ADDITION to our funding assistance given to Soldiers, Police Officers, Veterans, and Paramedics.

Canada

Learners are able to claim up to 90% of their tuition fee back via their Yearly Tax Return. On request, we will provide a "Tuition Fees Certificate for Educational Institutions Outside Canada for a Deemed Resident of Canada" to the delegate for this purpose.

Australia

Australian service leavers can apply on a case-by-case basis to the Defence Force Transition program for funding for our courses.

Payment Procedure

Payments can be made via Electronic Funds Transfer by your bank (EFT).

We will require a deposit to secure your place with the remainder of the balance due on/before your arrival.

 HOW TO APPLY &
RECEIVING A QUOTE


Completing an Application Form and receiving a Quote is one single step here at Ronin SA. This has one reason only - we only quote candidates that have passed our desktop pre-selection procedure.

Pre-selection simply involves completing a quick, 3 minute questionnaire and includes your eligibility for any discounts.

Once the pre-selection form has been completed, Candidates receive an immediate response. 

**NB** - Applying for training involves NO risk and NO obligation. It merely confirms your eligibility to train with us and gives you an idea of the cost involved.

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