- Course Code: CPP31418
- Certificate III
QLD Bodyguard
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Available Location and Date
QLD - North lakes
(30 June - 8 July 2025)
Course Overview
QLD Bodyguard
CPP31418 Certificate III in Close Protection Operations
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This qualification reflects the role of a licensed bodyguard in Queensland, responsible for delivering close personal protection services to individuals who may face elevated security risks. These individuals—often referred to as “principals”—may include celebrities, politicians, executives, or other high-profile or at-risk persons.
Successful completion of this qualification meets the training requirements for a bodyguard licence under Queensland’s security licensing framework.
It is designed for those already working in the security industry or those entering the field who wish to specialise in personal protection and close protection operations. The course also provides a pathway to further study or careers in related security areas, such as protective services or security risk management.
Bodyguards typically operate in team environments, often under limited supervision. They are required to exercise sound judgment, situational awareness, and discretion in both routine and high-pressure environments. Practitioners take responsibility for their own performance and may contribute to team outcomes in dynamic and sometimes unpredictable situations.
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be awarded a Certificate III in Close Protection Operations (CPP31418).
Entry Requirements
- Be 18 years of age or older
- Have had no criminal convictions in previous 10 years
Note; driving offences (e.g. speeding, drink driving, etc.) are not normally disqualifying offences. - Be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold an appropriate Visa to work within the Security Industry in Queensland.
You must display sufficient language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills to read and understand organisational policies and procedures, write reports and communicate with others in plain English.
Prior to enrolment you may be required to undertake an LLN assessment.
Units of Competency
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in a total of 14 units consisting of 8 core units and 6 elective units.
Core units
- CPPSEC3101 Manage conflict and security risks through negotiation
- CPPSEC3103 Determine and implement response to security risk situation
- CPPSEC3105 Coordinate provision of quality security services to clients
- CPPSEC3121 Control persons using empty hand techniques
- CPPSEC3122 Plan provision of close protection services
- CPPSEC3123 Implement close protection services
- HLTAID014 Provide advanced first aid
- HLTWHS003 Maintain work health and safety
Elective Units
- BSBFLM312 Contribute to team effectiveness
- CHCCCS020 Respond effectively to behaviours of concern
- CPPSEC3102 Maintain operational safety and security of work environment
- CPPSEC3104 Coordinate monitoring and control of individual and crowd behaviour
- CPPSEC3106 Gather, organise and present security information and documentation
- CPPSEC3125 Implement security procedures to protect critical infrastructure and public assets
Delivery Options
Online plus 7 days in class.
Day 1 and 2 of this training is Crowd Control Refresher and HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid. Students who already have current versions of these units do not need to attend.
Pathways
After completing this course you may wish to further your studies with:
Course Fees
Full Course
$1795
RPL
$900
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Payment Plans
Other Information
Recognition of Prior Learning
Depending on your circumstances, RPL may be applicable. To find out, please submit a free skills assessment here.
Please read our Course Fees and Refund policy here.
Extension Request Fees
Should you require an extension on your study, the following applies:
| Full Qualification | ||
| One Month | $150 | |
| Six Months | $300 | |
| Single Unit | ||
| One Month | $50 | |
| Six Months | $150 |
Assessment Re-Submission Fees
Should you be deemed not competent after 2 attempts at a unit of competency, an assessment re-submission fee of $50 will apply per assessment.
Re-Enrolment
Should you wish to cancel your course or your enrolment is cancelled by us due to no progress and you then wish to re-enrol, a re-enrolment fee of 25% of the standard course fee will apply if requested within 3 months of initial cancellation. If re-enrolment is requested within 4 – 12 months of initial cancellation, 50% of the standard course fee will apply.
Licensing
QLD
This course meets the requirements to have Bodyguard added as a function to an existing Class 1 Security Providers licence.
WA
This course meets the requiremenets for a Security Bodyguard’s Licence (Unarmed).
NSW
Please see 1B Bodyguard NSW.
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Duration
7 days
Times
8.30am - 4.30pm
State
Study Method
Available Location and Date
(30 June - 8 July 2025)
Course cost
Fee for Service
$1795
RPL
$900
