Level 5 Hostile Environment Enrichment Program (Ex-Military)

Advanced Hostile Environment Qualification for Experienced Operators

WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?

This course prepares experienced personnel to operate effectively in complex and hostile environments across a range of operational contexts. Training is scenario-driven and adaptable, reflecting real-world deployments such as resource protection, NGO operations, post-conflict reconstruction, and humanitarian or stabilisation missions. Participants develop advanced risk awareness, protective decision-making, movement security, incident response, and professional conduct within legal and ethical frameworks.

Employment opportunities may be offered to qualified participants subject to successful IQA assessment and operational suitability.

COURSE INFORMATION

This course combines theory and practical training to assess participants’ ability to operate effectively in culturally diverse and high-pressure environments. It evaluates professional attitude, teamwork, adaptability, and decision-making while working in foreign and unfamiliar contexts under stress. Assessment for the qualification is split between practical evaluation (40%) and written assignments (60%), focused on the development of structured operational mission planning.

This course is designed for ex-military personnel; civilians without a military background must contact UCP prior to registration. Group discounts are available—please contact UCP bookings for further information.

What’s Included

Accommodation included (Excludes meals and transportation)
On-site Wi-Fi
$75 transport voucher per participant for mission and training transport

What Participants Must Provide

Transport to/from the airport
Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity)
Clean criminal record
Laptop with the latest Word and PowerPoint
Casual, formal, and tactical clothing (full list will be provided)
Local SIM card or international roaming for off-site training and missions

ProQual® logo indicates optional RQF qualifications only. Please refer to the course description for details on which modules include ProQual RQF Awards within this diploma.

Course Cost

£4750 + VAT

Location

Thailand, UK, Bali, USA, Poland, Spain, India, Italy & Bali

Course Dates

1^st - 18^th of January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and November

Course Length

18 Days

Skill Prerequisites

TCCC
Level 3 CPO
Level 3 Hostile Awareness
Level 4 Hostile Firearms Tactic
Pistol Safety (Online)
Rifle Safety (Online)
Weapons Proficiency (Military verification satisfies this prerequisite)
CQB 1 (Online)
CQB 2 (Military verification satisfies this prerequisite)
Surveillance (Urban, Foot, Technical)

COURSE CONTENTS

1. Advanced Close Protection Operations

Advance planning
Route selection & journey management
Team leadership & delegations
Protective formations
Residential & corporate security
Operational documentation (risk assessments, threat matrix)

2. VIP, HNWI & Celebrity Bodyguarding

Solo bodyguard drills
Media, paparazzi & crowd dynamics
Event security protection
Public appearance safety
Discreet and covert protection methods

3. Advanced Threat & Intelligence Analysis

Profiling persons of interest
Behavioural analysis
Threat modelling
Red flag pre-attack indicators
Open-source intelligence (OSINT)

4. Tactical Operations

Tactical movement
Room entry
Extraction drills
Emergency client evacuation
Low-visibility and covert approach techniques

5. Advanced Surveillance & Counter-Surveillance

Advanced Foot surveillance
Anti-surveillance drills
Detecting hostile surveillance patterns
2-person and 3-person surveillance operations
Protective intelligence integration

6. Conflict Management, Negotiation & Defensive Tactics

Managing conflict in both tactical and non-tactical environments, including when accompanying clients in public, corporate, diplomatic, or low-profile settings
Negotiation and de-escalation techniques for reducing risk without force
Close-quarter combat (CQC)
Physical intervention and safe restraint options
Methods for controlling aggressive or non-compliant subjects
Protective actions in confined or crowded spaces
Tactical shielding and body-positioning techniques to safeguard the client

7. Crisis & Incident Management

Active threat response
Corporate incident protocols
Emergency evacuation
Decision-making under stress
High-pressure leadership roles
Response to active shootings scenarios in public and private venues

8. Tactical First Aid & Emergency Response

Trauma care essentials
Airway & bleeding control
Shock management
Emergency client evacuation
Non-invasive TCCC-style treatment

9. Vehicle Protection Protocols

Vehicle approach and departure drills for safe client movement
Embus/Debus procedures under pressure and in dynamic environments
Protective methods for safeguarding clients during ground transport
Non-military convoy planning and multi-vehicle coordination
Optional: Learners may undertake the ProQual RQF Award in Security Chauffeur Driving, subject to availability and additional training requirements

10. Field Simulation & Final Operations

Real-world VIP protection
Full advance planning
Route & venue reconnaissance
Live operational team tasks

Practical Missions & Professional Development

Domestic or International VIP Travel
Learners will accompany a VIP as part of their training, gaining practical experience in client movement, protective planning, and situational awareness. International travel is available only when all documentation, travel requirements, and safety protocols are met. Participants may be responsible for some associated costs.
VIP Internship Placement
Supervised exposure to professional protective work with a VIP, reinforcing training in real-world settings.
Recruitment Preparation
Guidance on CV building, interviews, and operational readiness tailored for executive protection, NGOs, or corporate security roles.
Graduation Project
A mandatory project demonstrating the ability to plan, execute, and debrief protective operations, including travel-based exercises when applicable.