“The International Foundation for Protection Officers is committed to the support and professional development of protection officers and supervisors. Through advocacy, promoting training standards, and providing accessible training, education and certification opportunities, we seek to enhance their professional standing as well as increase and diversify the value of the vital services they provide.”

Introducing the IFPO powered by Nuology eLearning platform:

This platform has been designed by UK security professionals to provide, engaging, interactive, CPD accredited education programs. Easy-to-access on any platform, our programs will support the learning and career development of frontline security professionals and increase their security skills and knowledge.

IFPO Security Training and Educational Programs

The International Foundation for Protection Officers (IFPO) is dedicated to providing meaningful, cost effective education for all levels of security personnel.  Educational institutions as well as individuals have found the IFPO Programs to be a valuable professional development tool.

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 orientated officers as well as individuals benefit from the recognition and professional standing that the Foundation certification conveys.

IFPO membership is available for both individuals, employers and educational institutions. We offer a “Members Only” area on this web site with extensive information on key aspects of security training and related topics.

Our security training programs are designed to work on their own or as part of an existing curriculum. Frequently, institutions of higher learning will include our programs in their courses of study.

Introducing the IFPO Career Center

Understanding the scope and nature of the Security Industry is important to career planning. One must know where the entry points are. They must know how to start. How to progress. How to succeed.

Knowledge to Protect

The International Foundation for Protection Officers is devoted to excellence in teaching, learning, and research, and developing leaders in many disciplines who make a difference globally.

  • International focus - our students come from across the globe

  • Online, classroom and blended learning opportunities - we encourage learning and growth

  • Premier Membership - be a part of IFPO's membership program

We Offer:

Foundation membership provides educational and networking opportunities at a substantial discount. It paves the way to professional development. Membership is available to both individuals and organizations. Industry and World Wide recognized membership programs.

  • Exclusive Members Only Area
  • State of the Art Digital Credentials with option for Printed Membership Certificate
  • Significant discounts on educational opportunities
  • Financing available

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Considering a career in one of the fastest growing Industries? Perhaps choosing to explore a professional development or career opportunity? Explore the educational programs that the IFPO makes available. Multiple delivery methods that can accommodate your learning requirements. Industry and World Wide recognized.

  • Enter one of the fastest growing and exciting industries
  • Improved skills and knowledge
  • Improved job performance
  • Advance your potential and career
  • Enhanced career potential

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Whether you have 2, 10 or 100 employees you will find exactly what you are looking for amongst the IFPO educational programs.  These programs can be delivered online or on site in a classroom, or by distance education/correspondence.  Industry and World Wide recognized.

  • Tangible proof of education
  • Yardstick to measure knowledge
  • Lower Attrition
  • Liability avoidance strategy
  • Safer work environment/facility

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