GI Bill Approved Close Protection School

Update — historical announcement: ESS Academy is pursuing accreditation and VA approval; GI Bill® benefits are not yet available for our programs. For current program and payment information, contact ESS Academy.

GI Bill Approved Close Protection School – ESS is the only VA approved security school in Florida and the only D.O.E approved protection school in Florida.

GI Bill Approved Close Protection School

GI Bill Approved Close Protection School
What is “Close Protection”?
Also called VIP Protection, Bodyguard, and most commonly, Executive Protection, Close Protection is used to protect people from physical threats such as assassination, assault, harassment, kidnapping, and stalking. These protection specialists may also protect other family members as well as property.
These highly-trained security personnel are generally employed by public figures such as politicians, corporate executives, movie stars, singers and bands, athletes, public speakers and others who have “high profile lifestyles”.

GI Bill Approved Close Protection School – ESS Global Corp

  • ESS Global Corp is the only Close Protection School in Florida that is Approved to accept GI Bill Benefits.
  • ESS Global Corp is the only Close Protection School in Florida Approved by the Department of Education.
  • ESS Global Corp is the only Close Protection School in Florida Approved to Accept VA Voc Rehab.

If you have read our Executive Protection Training Guide, and are ready to get started, great. The world of close personal protection is growing daily. 
The simple fact is there is no doubt that “personal protection” is a growing field. As you read this, there are thousands and thousands of military and government leaders, business executives, religious figures, celebrities and families that are being personally protected.
And their numbers grow every day.
Please Note : While the ESS Executive Protection Course Approved by the VA to accept GI Bill Benefits – Anyone can take this class.

GI Bill Approved Close Protection School – Why Chose ESS Global?

D.O.E. Certification

Executive Protection Training - D.O.E. ApprovedIdeally, you should look for an executive protection training that has some sort of voluntary oversight. Choosing one that has gone through both the time and expense to be certified and licensed by the Department of Education is a good start.
By doing this, you are assured that both the executive protection training and the trainers themselves, have been approved by a another set of eyes. In other words, it’s real.
It’s a real “school” in the eyes of the state, that just happens to teach executive protection.

Executive Protection Training Approved by the VA to accept GI Bill Benefits.

VA Approved Executive Protection TrainingAdditionally, if you are a Veteran, you may want to use your GI Bill Benefits. Lord knows you earned them. At our last count, there are just 3 active executive protection schools that are approved by the Veterans Administration.
Even if you are not a Veteran, what this means to you is that both a state agency (D.O.E) and a federal agency (VA) has fully vetted and approved both the coursework and the trainers.
Not only is ESS Global;

  • Licensed by the Florida Department of Education
  • Approved by the VA to accept GI Bill Benefits
  • Registered Vendor for VA Vocational Rehab in Florida

ESS Global is very active in the protection industry. 
ESS Global uses proven methodology, derived from ESS protective security operations and security consulting in over 60 countries around the world.  These operations have been conducted in threat environments ranging from “negligible” to “imminent”.

In the world of Close Protection training, there is one school that stands head and shoulders above all others.

ESS Global Corp.

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Fast Start Executive Protection Training July 11-13 in Tampa

Fast Start Executive Protection Training July 11-13 in Tampa. This 3-day course is approved by the VA for GI Bill Benefits and is also approved by the D.O.E.

Fast Start Executive Protection Training July 11-13 in Tampa

Executive Protection Training in Tampa July 11-13 at ESS Global. Only ESS offers D.O.E. and GI Bill Approved Executive Protection Training in Florida.
Executive Protection Training July 11-13 in Tampa
If you have read the ESS Guide to Executive Protection Training, and you have determined it time to get started, ESS Global Corporation has an intensive 3-day training designed to get your career off to a fast start.
Covering all the basic pillars of executive protection, this 3-day training will provide you with the basic knowledge and protection techniques commonly used by the Secret Service, State Police, Highway Patrols, VIP and Dignitary Protection Units responsible for protecting politicians and other domestic and foreign dignitaries around the world.
Our ESS Global Executive Protection Training is designed for career veterans as a “refresher”, or a “must-have” for beginners in the world of executive/close protection. This D.O.E. Certified Executive Protection Training gives you a strong start in the security industry covering city, county and state government organizations, corporate security services, security agencies and private individuals.

Fast Start Executive Protection Training July 11-13 in Tampa

Why Choose ESS Global?

3 Great Reasons to Attend Our Executive Protection Training in Tampa July 11-13

  • ESS is The Only Executive Protection School in Florida Approved by the VA to Accept GI Bill® Benefits
  • ESS is The Only D.O.E. Certified Executive Protection School in Florida
  • ESS Global Corporation Has Real World Protection Experience in Over 60 Countries

The Only Executive Protection School in Florida Approved by the VA to Accept GI Bill® Benefits

executive protection training in tampa March 2017 Approved If you are looking for a GI Bill® approved Executive Protection School, ESS Global Corp, a recognized leader in global security, now offers GI Bill® Approved Executive Protection Training, and is the only Executive Protection School in Florida approved by the VA to accept GI Bill Benefits.

The Only D.O.E. Certified Executive Protection School in Florida

executive protection training in tampa March 2017 Approved by D.O.EYou should only attend a school that is licensed through the Department of Education (D.O.E.). Why? Then you’ll know that both their curriculum and their instructors have had to of been reviewed and approved. All instructors have had background checks performed on them and have had to provide credentials that attest to their knowledge and ability to properly instruct. Additionally, the course syllabus is reviewed and approved by the Department of Education. No other executive protection school in Florida can say this.

ESS Global Corporation Has Real World Experience 

executive protection training in tampa March - Real world experienceESS Global uses proven methodology, derived from protective security operations, security consulting and of course, security training, in over 60 countries around the world.  These operations have been conducted in threat environments ranging from “negligible” to “imminent”.
ESS Global Corp executive protection training is taught by elite executive protection professionals who have unmatched knowledge and experience in the Executive Protection Industry.
If you are serious about the executive Protection industry, choose a serious school, ESS Global.

Join Us for Our Next Executive Protection Training in Tampa July 11-13 (MAP). If you miss that one, or it fills before you read this, you can access our calendar of events.

727-940-7926

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GI Bill Approved Security Training

Update — historical announcement: ESS Academy is pursuing accreditation and VA approval; GI Bill® benefits are not yet available for our programs. For current program and payment information, contact ESS Academy.

GI Bill Approved Security Training – ESS offers a fast start 3-Day Executive Protection Course and a 28-Day Executive Protection Course, both GI Bill Approved.

GI Bill Approved Security Training – Executive Protection Training

GI Bill Approved Security Training - ESS Global Corp
Call it what you will – Bodyguard, VIP Protection, Close Protection, etc. – Executive Protection is a fast growing industry.
The simple fact is there is no doubt that “personal protection” is a growing field. As you read this, there are thousands and thousands of military and government leaders, business executives, religious figures, celebrities and families that are being personally protected.
And their numbers grow every day.
And ESS Global Corp in Tampa is the only Security School in Florida that is approved by the VA to accept GI Bill Benefits.

GI Bill Approved Security Training – 2 VA Approved Executive Protection Courses

The VA has approved 2 Executive Protection Courses here at ESS Global in Tampa.

Fast Start 3 Day Executive Protection Course

GI Bill Approved Security Training - 3 Day Bodyguard
The 3-Day Executive Protection Course covers the basics as well as providing a sound foundation for anybody that completes our course to immediately be able to go out into the work force.  Aside from learning what true Executive Protection is, you will also be taught what duties will be expected of you and how to perform them efficiently and to industry standards.
Below is a list of several of the topics that will be taught in our course.  The full course curriculum will only be disclosed to ESS Global Corp students.

  • Threat Assessment
  • Security Advance Tactics
  • Motorcade Operations
  • Walking Formations
  • Hand-to-Hand Tactics

GI Bill Approved Security Training - 3 day executive protection traininThis course will not only have a classroom aspect to it, but there will be a practical side where the students will actually learn in a hands-on environment how to successfully perform all the skills being taught in the classroom. We feel that best way to learn how to do something is to actually do it!
All of our students, upon completion of the course, will walk away with a certificate of completion proving that they have successfully completed Executive Protection training. More importantly, however, they will have the knowledge and skill set necessary to be a success in the Executive Protection industry.
Please ask us about our group rates, private classes, referrals and discounts for: military, law enforcement, firemen, EMT/paramedics and security officers with either D or G license. 

28 Day Executive Protection Course

Gi bill approved security training - 28 day executive protection courseThis is the mega course where you will receive 300+ hours of elite instruction and training from top industry professionals that we use as our instructors.  You will learn from the best!  Our instructors do not just teach, but they are all extremely active in the industry.  Each instructor has years of experience in the industry while most have worked both domestically and internationally.
This course is only for those who are serious about making Executive Protection a career.  Our curriculum covers everything you will need to know to be effective in the Executive Protection industry.  Furthermore, our curriculum was created from the knowledge and real life experiences of our agents and instructors.

Students may obtain up to 15 certifications upon successful completion of this program:

  • Executive Protection Certification
  • Advanced Executive Protection Certification
  • Threat Assessment & Security Advance Tactics Certification
  • Motorcade Tactics Certification
  • Defensive Tactics Certification
  • First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
  • Florida Concealed Weapons Certification (May be used to obtain license)
  • Firearms Safety & Basic Operations Certification
  • ASP Collapsible Baton Certification
  • OC Spray Certification
  • ASP Handcuffing Certification
  • ASP Tactical Flashlight Certification
  • D & G License Certification (Armed & Unarmed Security Officer)
  • Phazzer Certification

Gi bill approved security training - 28 day executive protection course - threat assessment This course involves classroom and practical exercises.  Everything we cover in the classroom will also be covered in a hands-on environment. You will spend as much time on practical exercises as you will in the classroom.  Each section of this course will be taught by an instructor who specializes in that area of the industry and you will be tested on your retention in the classroom as well as practical exams.  Once the course work is completed, you will be required to put everything you have learned into action.
Your final exam will be a live exercise in which you will carry out the duties of a live detail with a client.
Course Details
You will be taught Client interviewing, Threat Assessment, Security Advance Tactics, Motorcade Tactics, Defensive Tactics, Firearm Safety, Cleaning/Storage of Firearms, Concealed Carry Laws, First Aid/CPR, Protocol Domestic/International (Business Etiquette)  and everything in between.
You may read the class descriptions of our short courses under the Courses/Training in the menu above to get more details of each class.
Tuition Includes:

  • Gi bill approved security training - 28 day executive protection course - Live detailCourse Materials (Text Book, Hand Outs, etc)
  • Instructor Fees & Range Fees
  • Gym Membership
  • ESS Global Corp Polos (2), T-Shirts (3) and Hat (1)
  • Diploma/Certification Costs
  • Graduation and Class Pictures
  • Graduation Dinner/Lunch

Note: Students Responsible for bringing their own handguns, handcuffs and batons (or rent from ESS) as well as ammo and fuel/ transportation used during training.

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GI Bill Approved Security Training at ESS Global Corp in Tampa

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GI Bill Approved Security School - Contact ESS Global See You Soon. Until Then, Be Safe.

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G Security License Training in Tampa July 15 – 17 at ESS Global

G Security License Training in Tampa July 15 – 17 at ESS Global – Get trained by the only security school in Florida approved by the D.O.E.

G Security License Training in Tampa July 15 – 17 at ESS Global

To work armed security in Florida, you are required to complete the Florida Statewide Firearms License course. The ESS Department of Education approved Florida G License Classes in Tampa is the best way to acquire the required firearms training course you must complete to work as an armed security guard. To apply for armed security jobs, you must already have the Florida security G license. ESS Global Corp offers D.O.E Approved Florida G license classes in Tarpon Springs covering; Tampa, Clearwater, Pinellas and Hillsborough,  ESS is the only D.O.E. certified security school in Florida. Start your career the right way, at ESS Global.
The ESS Global Corporation, Department of Education approved Florida G Security License Classes in Tampa is the best way to acquire the required firearms training course you must complete to work as an armed security guard.
G Security License Training in Tampa July 15 - 17 at ESS Global
As stated in the Florida Private Investigator Handbook, an applicant for a Florida Class “G” Statewide Firearm license must have a minimum of twenty-eight (28) hours of range and classroom training within the past (12) months.  This training must be taught and administered by a Class “K” Firearms Instructor.
In addition to lesson instruction and live fire training, you will be walked through the State application step-by-step to ensure that the Class “G” license application is complete and filled out properly.
Students that pass the final exam and range qualification will be given a proof of completion certificate to provide to the State when they apply for the Class “G” license.
Graduates that are issued a Florida Class “G” license must return once per year to complete annual re-qualification to retain their license. ESS has you covered there as well.
It’s no secret that here in Florida, many individuals are armed. But keep in mind, many unarmed security personnel are highly trained and very professional.  The simple presence of security guards is often the best deterrent.
But there are security jobs that often hire armed security officers such as 24 hour retail, healthcare, banking, jewelers, artwork and protection of money or valuable objects which may be targets for armed robbers.
These jobs are higher paying and when they are available here in Florida, you must possess a valid “G” Security License.

Florida G License Classes in Tampa June 10-12

G Security License Training in Tampa July 15 - 17 at ESS GlobalSign up today

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Orlando Security Services – Security Guards in Orlando – ESS Global

Orlando Security Services – ESS Global Corp provides a wide array of Orlando Security Services for Small Businesses here in Florida. Affordable and Effective Security for Today’s Environment.

Orlando Security Services From ESS Global

  • Armed Guards (G)Orlando Security Services - HOA security
  • Unarmed Guards (D)
  • Executive Protection
  • Secure Transport
  • Event Security
  • HOA/Neighborhood Security

ESS Global Corp, a leader in Florida Security, provides a wide selection of Orlando security services.

Orlando Security Services
Effective and affordable security for today’s environment.
When an Orlando 24 hour medical organization needed security guards, the call came to ESS Global. When a noted speaker comes to town for a convention, ESS Global takes the call. When an HOA needed neighborhood security patrols, they called ESS. When a popular band shows up for a concert, they call ESS.
From stadium security to close protection to protecting your small business employees and assets, there is one important call to make – ESS Global Corp.

Orlando Security Services From ESS Global Corp

ESS is a full-service security firm, headquartered here in Tampa Florida, providing affordable, effective security solutions throughout Florida. Additionally, ESS Global has provided security consulting and services in over 60 countries around the world.
Our security experts have the experience and the knowledge necessary to service your security needs here in Orlando.

How ESS Global Orlando Security Services Differ

Security Guard Service in Orlando - Event Security
Any company can tell you they “train their own security guards”. But who exactly trains them?
And what are they told and taught?
orlando security services approved by DOEAnd did they mention that the ONLY security training school in Florida that is certified by the Department of Education is ESS Global?
So, yeah. We train our own security and protection agents.
And the D.O.E. has reviewed and approved both the courses and the trainers.
And NO OTHER SECURITY FIRM operating here is Florida can make that claim.
Our professional staff is largely comprised of Veterans and former law enforcement officers. All of our security consultants are trained to manage risk and to quickly adapt to any situation. All our security professionals are fully-equipped to handle all types of security threats, from close protection specialists to small business security, event management and security services, and more.
At ESS Global, we are committed to providing professional Orlando security services that are reliable, effective, and affordable. 
E-Mail or Call Todayorlando security services - contact ess
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Executive Protection Training in Tampa July 3-30

The Top-Rated ESS Global Month-Long Executive Protection Training in Tampa July 3-30 covers everything needed to get started and is GI Bill Approved.

Executive Protection Training in Tampa July 3-30

Executive Protection Training in Tampa July 3-30 2017
Regardless of what you call it –  Executive Protection, Close Protection, Bodyguarding, VIP Security, Personal Security Specialist, Family Security or any other label, ESS Global offers the premier month-long GI Bill Approved Close Protection Training covering every aspect of Real World Protection.
Please Note : While this “Mega” Executive Protection Training in Tampa July 3-30 is GI Bill Approved – Anyone can take this class.
The ESS Global Executive Protection Training in Tampa July 3-30 includes;

  • Executive Protection Certification
  • Advanced Executive Protection Certification
  • Threat Assessment & Security Advance Tactics Certification
  • GI Bill Approved Close Protection Training - D.O.E. ApprovedMotorcade Tactics Certification
  • Defensive Tactics Certification
  • First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
  • Florida Concealed Weapons Certification (May be used to obtain CWP license)
  • NRA Basic Pistols Course Certification
  • Collapsible Baton ASP Certification
  • OC Spray Certification GI Bill Approved Close Protection Training - ASP Certifications
  • ASP Handcuffing Certification
  • ASP Flashlight Training Certification
  • Conductive Energy Weapon Certification (Phazzer) 
  • D License Certification (Unarmed Security Officer)
  • G License Certification (Armed Security Officer)

You will receive over 300 hours of elite executive protection instruction and training from top industry professionals that we use as our instructors.  You will learn from the best!
Executive Protection Training in Tampa July 3-30 - VA Approved - D.O.E. Approved

Executive Protection Training in Tampa July 3-30 – VA Approved – D.O.E. Approved

  • GI Bill Approved
  • D.O.E. Approved

Our instructors do not just teach, because they are all extremely active in the industry.  Each instructor has years of experience in the industry while most have worked both domestically and internationally under treat levels ranging from “negligible” to “imminent”.
Please note that this course is only for those who are serious about making Executive Protection a career.  Our curriculum covers everything you will need to know to be effective in the Executive Protection industry.
Furthermore, our curriculum was created from the knowledge and real life experiences of our agents and instructors and has been approved by the Department of Education.
ESS Global Corp is the only D.O.E. Approved Security School in Florida.
This 28-day Executive Protection Training in Tampa July 3-30 is the fastest way to prepare for a career in the personal security world. While it is approved by the VA, and we can accept both GI Bill Benefits as well as VA Voc Rehab, anyone who is serious about beginning a new career can take this course.
And ESS Global is the only Security School in Florida that is Approved by the VA to accept GI Bill Benefits.

To Be The Best – Train With The Best – ESS Global Corp

  • GI Bill Approved Close Protection Training - GI Bill and Voc Rehab ApprovedGI Bill Approved Executive Protection Training
  • D.O.E. Approved Executive Protection Training
  • VA Voc Rehab Approved
  • Current Real World Experience
  • VirTra Active Shooter Training

Register Today

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See You Soon. Until Then, Be Safe.

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Security Guard Service in Orlando

Security Guard Service in Orlando – Armed and Unarmed Security trained at the only D.O.E. Certified Security School in Florida – ESS Global Corp.

Security Guard Service in Orlando

Security Guard Service in Orlando
Security Guard Service in Orlando – Armed and Unarmed – Business Security, Neighborhood Security, Event Security, Venue Security and Executive/ VIP Protection from ESS Global.

Security Guard Service in Orlando – Armed (G) and Unarmed (D)

Security Guard Service in Orlando - HOA SecurityESS Global provides armed and unarmed Security Guard Service  in Orlando to business and organizations of every type; Businesses, Banks, Housing Authorities and HOA’s, Construction Sites, Offices, Corporate Security, Organizations, Churches, Event Security, Venue Security, 24-Hour Businesses and more. ESS also provides (HOA) neighborhood security.
If you are looking for the very best in Orlando Security Guards and Security Services, look no farther than the source; ESS Global Corp. ESS Global has provided security services in over 60 countries, and is headquartered here in Florida.
Go to the source. ESS Global.

Security Guard Service in Orlando – Armed (G) and Unarmed (D) From ESS Global

Security Guard Service in Orlando - D.O.E. CertifiedESS Global Corporation runs the only security guard training school in Florida that is monitored and certified by the Department of Education. We train our own guards on our D.O.E. approved school and then hire the very best. This is differs from most Orlando Security Guard Companies who tend to hire guards that have been trained by someone else and already have a “D” or “G” license.
This is what make ESS Global Orlando Security Guards different from other Orlando security guard companies. We are licensed and our curriculum and instructors are all regulated and monitored by the D.O.E. Also, we employ the brightest and most capable Orlando Security Guards from these classes to place directly in your business.
And ESS Global takes the extra steps needed to insure our employees uphold our mission, morals and values when providing security services and security training here in Florida and around the country.
It makes a difference.
In addition to providing security guards to businesses throughout Florida, ESS Global Corp also protects at public events, conventions, private parties, corporate functions, employee terminations and more.  You can rest assured as ESS Global Corp has security guards with extensive law enforcement backgrounds, military experience, and extensive professional security training.
Security Guard Service in Orlando - Event Security
We know exactly what measures need to be taken to keep your property, employees, and customer’s safe at all times.
So the next time you think about security guard service in Orlando, think “it’s all about the training”.

Because it is.

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Florida D License Class in Tampa June 26-29

Florida D License Class in Tampa June 26-29 at ESS Global Corp, The leader in Florida security. Train at the only D.O.E. Approved Security School in Florida.

Florida D License Class in Tampa June 26-29

Florida D License Class in Tampa June 26-29

The Florida Security D License Class in Tampa is a 40 hour training that will teach students the basic principles of unarmed security including; physical security, access control, emergency procedures, and more. Skill development shall include report writing, interviewing techniques, accident and crime prevention.

The State of Florida requires this security training course to be taught at licensed security school and ESS Global is the only Florida Security School approved and certified by the Florida Department of Education.

Once students complete the security class, a training certificate will be issued for successfully completing security guard training. Students will then submit this certificate along with the security license application to the Florida Division of Licensing in person or by mail. Students will be issued a temporary D Security License and are eligible to work as a licensed security officer immediately, while waiting for the hard copy. 

Florida D License Class in Tampa June 26-29 at ESS Global Corp

Our D.O.E. Approved Florida D License Training in Tampa is now only $125.

As the leading provider of Security Training in Florida, ESS Global Corp is the the only Security School in the State of Florida whose courses and trainers are monitored and approved by the D.O.E.

The only one.

Additionally, our instructors bring “real world” information to you in an engaging, informative manner.

The US Bureau of Labor statistics states that “overall job opportunities should be excellent, especially for security guards.”

Start a new career this summer!

Note:  Anyone may take the class to obtain the Class “D” license.  However, F.S. 493.6109 outlines the guidelines that must be met in order to be eligible to obtain a “D” license.

  • Security Guard D License Class in Tampa July 11-14Be at least 18 years of age.
  • Be of good moral character.
  • Be a citizen or legal resident alien of the United States.
  • May not have been adjudicated incapacitated under s. 744.331 or a similar statute in another state.
  • May not have been involuntarily placed in a treatment facility for the mentally ill, unless judicially restored.
  • May not have been diagnosed with an incapacitating mental illness, unless cleared by a psychiatrist.
  • May not be a chronic or habitual user of alcoholic beverages to the extent the individual’s normal faculties are impaired.
  • May not have been committed for controlled substance abuse.

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ESS Global Corp provides D.O.E. Approved D and G Security Training as well as over a dozen other security/protection training such as Executive Protection, Situational Awareness, Threat Analysis, Motorcade Operations, Defensive Tactics and much more.

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Executive Protection Training

Executive Protection Training – Since no federal or state agency monitors, regulates or certifies bodyguard schools, one must be careful when choosing.

Executive Protection Training – ESS Global

  • Licensed by the Florida Department of Education
  • Approved by the VA to accept GI Bill Benefits
  • Registered Vendor for VA Vocational Rehab in Florida

If you want to become a hairstylist, there are state exams and licensing requirements. Learn first aid? The Red Cross. Want to teach firearms courses? The NRA will fix you up.

But in the Executive Protection world there is no oversight or exams or boards. Additionally, there are no certifications needed to teach executive protection.

And there are none that will be handed to you when you pass the course.

Because no federal or state or non-profit organization oversees the industry. 

Now since this is a serious career choice, how does one make an informed decision? 

Executive Protection Training - Realistic and Relevant

Executive Protection Training – What to Avoid

  • Predatory Marketing
  • Promises of Future Work
  • Fake Certifications

It’s perfectly acceptable for any school that teaches anything, to say “We are the best”. It’s as understandable as “best pizza anywhere” or “You’ve Tried The Rest, Now Try The Best” printed on nearly every pizza box.

But if you want to be a “certified executive protection specialist” you absolutely need to know that there is no such certification available – anywhere.

Executive protection training - certificationNot from anyone other than the HP printer at the school.

Fact: Any school can give you a certification that says you passed their course, but that certification is not recognized as a qualifier to perform Executive Protection services.

And any executive protection school that promises they can certify you as an Executive Protection Specialist without carefully explaining that their certification does not meet any legal standard is trying to take advantage of you. 

It’s Predatory Marketing.

Because there is no legal requirement of certification anywhere for Executive Protection Services, there is no true need for any executive protection school to offer “certification” other than as a printed document to indicate that you passed their course.

Executive Protection Training - D.O.E. ApprovedNow that being said, there are less than a handful of executive protection training schools that are registered with their respective State Department of Education. And even fewer executive protection training schools are approved to accept GI Bill Benefits, or VA Vocational Rehabilitation.

Tactical Flashlight Training in Florida - ASP logoAdditionally, there are some real certifications that you may pick up as a bodyguard. Like CPR and First Aid. And ASP certifications for tactical baton and tactical flashlight for instance. Or Concealed Carry licenses.

But you absolutely need to know that any and all “Executive Protection Certifications” are a piece of paper and nothing more.

Promises of work

You should also want to be on the lookout for executive protection training schools that promise you work upon completion of their course.  Simply put, the job market is tough out there and getting bodyguard work is as competitive as ever.  And while attending a reputable executive protection school can open doors for you, no one can promise you work just because you completed their course.

A reputable school should tell you this up front. 

Fancy course names and trademarks

executive protection training - fancy sounding certificatesLastly, while you need to learn the basics when looking for executive protection schools, such as hand-to-hand combat, threat analysis, motorcade operations and more, beware of schools with exotic sounding coursework. Some Executive Protection Training schools even trademark courses and phrases suggesting their school is the only place you can get these trainings.

You’ll need to learn the basics without the fluff.

Executive Protection Training – What to Look For

D.O.E. Certification

Executive Protection Training - D.O.E. ApprovedIdeally, you should look for an executive protection training that has some sort of voluntary oversight. Choosing one that has gone through both the time and expense to be certified and licensed by the Department of Education is a good start.

By doing this, you are assured that both the executive protection training and the trainers themselves, have been approved by a another set of eyes. In other words, it’s real.

It’s a real “school” in the eyes of the state, that just happens to teach executive protection.

Executive Protection Training Approved by the VA to accept GI Bill Benefits.

VA Approved Executive Protection TrainingAdditionally, if you are a Veteran, you may want to use your GI Bill Benefits. Lord knows you earned them. At our last count, there are just 3 active executive protection schools that are approved by the Veterans Administration.

Even if you are not a Veteran, what this means to you is that both a state agency (D.O.E) and a federal agency (VA) has fully vetted and approved both the coursework and the trainers.

And in the world of executive protection training, that is as good as it gets.

No…wait.

It does get better.

Not only is ESS Global;

  • Licensed by the Florida Department of Education
  • Approved by the VA to accept GI Bill Benefits
  • Registered Vendor for VA Vocational Rehab in Florida

ESS Global is the only Executive Protection Training School taking advantage of 1 of only 2 VirTRA Simulators in the country.

Virtra Simulator for active shooter in ESS Executive Protection TrainingESS is the only school offering active shooter training as part of our Bodyguard/Executive Protection training via the VirTra Simulator. Here in Tampa Florida we have 1 of only 2 pubic installations in the entire country. It’s a close to real as you’ll ever get.

And ESS Global is currently the only Executive Protection Training in the country utilizing this state of the art tool.

One critical component of a quality executive protection training is the ‘realism’ it provides. Real-world performance is often directly related to the realism and intensity of training.

Said another way, the more realistic the training exercise, the more skills are transferable to a real-world situation. Thus, realism is critically important to any close combat tactical trainer. And threats during training – The stress of receiving return fire, can be safely simulated with the Threat-Fire in the VirTra simulator.

Executive Protection Training at ESS Global Corp

Executive Protection Training - Active in the industry Lastly, you’ll want to choose a school that is active in the protection industry. 

ESS Global uses proven methodology, derived from protective security operations and security consulting in over 60 countries around the world.  These operations have been conducted in threat environments ranging from “negligible” to “imminent”.

Summary

When looking for executive protection training, take the time to research your school and its instructors. And while we know there are very few D.O.E. licensed Executive Protection Schools in the country, we also know it is worth the expense of traveling and lodging to attend a quality school.

And being approved by the VA to accept GI Bill Benefits is of benefit to everyone.

See our Upcoming Executive Protection Training Classes

Relevant, Realistic Executive Protection Training

  • GI Bill Approved
  • D.O.E. Approved
  • VA Vocab Rehab Approved
  • Real World Experience
  • Virtra Active Shooter Training

Questions?

727-940-7926

info@essglobalcorp.com

Florida D License Training in Tarpon Springs June 26-29

ESS Global Corp is conducting a Florida D license training in Tarpon Springs June 26-29. D.O.E. Approved Security Guard Training in Tampa at ESS.

Florida D License Training in Tarpon Springs June 26-29

Are you looking for the very best Florida D Security License Training in Tarpon Springs and the surrounding Pinellas, Tampa and Clearwater area? ESS Global Corp in Tarpon Springs is the only security training facility in Florida to be licensed and approved by the Department of Education.

Florida D Security Training in Tarpon Springs June 26-29

Our D.O.E. Approved Florida D License Training in Tampa is now only $125.

As the leading provider of Security Training in Florida, ESS Global Corp is the the only Security School in the State of Florida whose courses and trainers are monitored and approved by the D.O.E.

The only one.

Additionally, our instructors bring “real world” information to you in an engaging, informative manner.

The US Bureau of Labor statistics states that “overall job opportunities should be excellent, especially for security guards.”

Start a new career this summer!

Florida D Security Training in Tarpon Springs June 26-29

That’s 4 full days of training June 26-29 for a quick start in the fast growing security industry.

Note:  Anyone may take the class to obtain the Class “D” license.  However, F.S. 493.6109 outlines the guidelines that must be met in order to be eligible to obtain a “D” license.

  • Security Guard D License Class in Tampa July 11-14Be at least 18 years of age.
  • Be of good moral character.
  • Be a citizen or legal resident alien of the United States.
  • May not have been adjudicated incapacitated under s. 744.331 or a similar statute in another state.
  • May not have been involuntarily placed in a treatment facility for the mentally ill, unless judicially restored.
  • May not have been diagnosed with an incapacitating mental illness, unless cleared by a psychiatrist.
  • May not be a chronic or habitual user of alcoholic beverages to the extent the individual’s normal faculties are impaired.
  • May not have been committed for controlled substance abuse.

Good to Go? Register Today!

ESS Global Corp provides D.O.E. Approved D and G Security Training as well as over a dozen other security/protection training such as Executive Protection, Situational Awareness, Threat Analysis, Motorcade Operations, Defensive Tactics and much more.

727-940-7926

info@essglobalcorp.com