International Foundation for Protection Officers

Ireland and Northern Ireland join IFPO UK, representatives appointed to board

Here's an update from IFPO UK's Mike Hurst: "Following the launch of IFPO UK in the summer, there was a great deal of interest from both Northern Ireland and the Republic. As a result of this interest from both individuals and organisations, IFPO Ireland was launched and an Irish landing page launched on the website [...]

By |2020-12-06T09:42:02-05:00December 6th, 2020|About IFPO, News|Comments Off on Ireland and Northern Ireland join IFPO UK, representatives appointed to board

IFPO certifications – stepping stones to your security career

We believe that education is an essential part of professional development for those charged with protecting others. The Foundation serves individuals, security service firms, and organizations that have their own security staff. Career-oriented officers as well as individuals benefit from the recognition and professional standing that the foundation certification conveys. IFPO membership is available for [...]

By |2019-12-18T06:25:23-05:00December 18th, 2019|About IFPO|Comments Off on IFPO certifications – stepping stones to your security career

An IFPO certification — the first block in building your security career

Earning a security certification from the International Foundation for Protection Officers immediately sets an individual apart from those who have not achieved such a distinction. Having those letters after your name -- whether it be CPO, CPOI or SSMP -- means you care about the security industry and how you fit into it. Furthermore, it [...]

By |2019-12-08T06:08:32-05:00December 8th, 2019|About IFPO, News|Comments Off on An IFPO certification — the first block in building your security career

Honolulu Airport dog shooting: Armed security officers undergo mandatory training, station finds

Following the recent shooting of a family dog at the Honolulu Airport by a security officer, TV station KHON2 delved into the training for security officers and found there is not only initial training and psychological testing by state law, but continuing education. Unfortunately, mistakes (if it was one -- the incident remains under investigation) [...]

By |2023-12-01T10:35:22-05:00March 31st, 2017|News|Comments Off on Honolulu Airport dog shooting: Armed security officers undergo mandatory training, station finds

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