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Short course

Private Security Practice and Investigation

Short course Duration: 5 days or 40 hours

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There has been such rapid growth in the fields of private safety that industry training can’t keep up with the demand for qualified professionals. Private Security and Investigation program gives you the skills needed to attract employers’ attention in the growing public safety and private security fields. You will learn from industry experts using the latest technology-based methods in investigations, crime and intelligence analysis, security systems, and conflict resolution. You will also learn how to resolve conflicts and who to act justly when working with diverse populations. This program is designed to meet both private and public sector demand for graduates who have expertise in protection, security and investigation, as well as a strong knowledge of the criminal and civil justice systems in Botswana.

Objective

The Private Security Practice & Investigations Course is aimed at training practicing and prospective security staff the following skills: Private Security Practice, Escorting and the Investigative Process, Security, Health and Safety, Emergency Response Preparation, Laws Governing Private Security Practice, Process of Security Investigations and Security and investigation Report Writing.

Content

  • Botswana Legal System
  • Legal Authorities
  • Use of Force Theory
  • Drugs awareness
  • Searching Procedures
  • Handling accidents and crime scene
  • Techniques for Surveillance and Investigations
  • Efficiency in the Investigative Process
  • The Role of Note Taking
  • Standard Reports for the Private

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the Course period learners should be able to:

  • Evaluate various physical surveillance techniques.
  • Explain the limitations the Criminal Code places on investigators.
  • Interpret provisions of the Private Security and Investigative Services Act
  • Explain how privacy regulations can affect an investigation.
  • Distinguish between lawful surveillance and unlawful stalking and intimidation.

Pedagogy

Trainers will use up-to-date training techniques and a variety of training methods to give all participants the best opportunities for learning including reading materials provided for example Windows 10 Guides and Learning guides as well as individual assessments using practical Online Assessment software, remedial class and revision sessions.

Who should attend

Any public and private enterprise personnel, and those who are interested to learn the Private Security and Investigation course.

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+267 310 2588