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Bodyguard Training for Executive protection

As the demand for Executive protection specialists is currently on the rise worldwide, as a result a wide variety of Bodyguard Training is offered.They differ in names, duration, location, prices and contents, which is quite confusing for someone in search for the right training program but without the experience and guidance to make the right choice.

As most of the shoppers for such programs get their information from the internet, they should also be aware of the fact; that a website is just like any other advertising tool that tolerates all the information (truth, slightly -exaggerated, highly exaggerated or completely false) the advertiser wants us swallow.

So before you go for just any bait and swallow it "hook line and sinker", let's try to point out the things that make the difference and can help you, the potential Bodyguard Training shopper, to choose the right program for your needs and get the best learning experience for their investment.

The first thing one should be clear about is; what kind of training he is looking for; be it an eight hours enrichment seminar, a three days theoretical course or a two to eight weeks theoretical and practical combined training. That is not to say that the shorter / longer is better, the key question is: is it what you want or need?

Once you know what you're looking for, be it an close Protection Training / Bodyguard Training / tactical training / PSD training / VIP protection ETC.. Check the sites for the following or call and ask the relevant questions:

  • Duration of training in relation to the topics covered – remember there are no magic formulas to become a "Rambo" overnight.
  • Check if there are preliminary conditions for attendees, such as: health certificate, physical fitness, police clearance etc. for programs that should require them. Not having those conditions in place is often a sign for lesser quality.
  • The number of students per trainer is very important especially when dealing with physical and tactical topics (the fewer the better).
  • Check if it is a pass/fail course or fool-proof the first ones are usually the "real deals".
  • An advertised client list that include governmental or recognized, reputable entities is usually a positive sign.
  • It is very important to check the kind of insurance coverage provided by the training company (especially when the training involves shooting, hand to hand combat or diving practice).
  • Proof of recognition by serious national / international organizations or regulators.
  • Training conducted in places with wide up-to-date experience in the subjects' taught.
  • Remember good training usually does not come cheap, so beware of "Saturday night's specials" (that is not to say that expensive programs are automatically good…)
  • In any event, inquiring the above will enhance your chances of choosing the better Executive Protection Training / Bodyguard Training for your money.