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Celebrity & VIP Protection Course
Next Course Date: March 10th - 14th, 2010 (Minneapolis, MN)
Icon Services Corporation is proud to present a five-day course of practical theory and hands-on training in the world of Celebrity & VIP Protection. If you are new to the bodyguard industry or a current operator looking to refresh and polish your skills, this course will offer excellent instruction into the professional side of Close Protection work. Taught by industry veteran Elijah Shaw, who in addition to his corporate clients, has traveled the world as the personal bodyguard of international public figures such as musical giant Usher, supermodel Naomi Campbell, and rap megastar 50 Cent, the course will offer real world problems, scenarios, and solutions from instructors that are currently active in the industry.
"Professional guys, they know their stuff and come highly recommended.”
~ Sha Money XL, Personal Manager to 50 Cent
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Course Highlights
- Operating in the world of Celebrity & VIP Protection
- Protecting the Principal (Individual & Team)
- Transportation movements and logistics
- Working the red carpet & major events
- Dealing with fans, paparazzi & stalkers
- How to market yourself and establish a career in the industry
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While touching on many areas of Personal Protection, this training module is specifically developed for working with clients in the entertainment industry, which offers its own unique challenges to the Protection Agent (Bodyguard). Military and overseas contractors are encouraged to attend as we highlight the different skill sets needed when transitioning back to a non-warzone environment. While making no guarantees for employment, the course also offers great opportunities to network and showcase your aptitude and talents for possible consideration for future assignments.
Celebrity & VIP Protection Course (Overview)
Introduction
- Course content, overview of training, student questions
Meet your client; what you will need to know
- Profile of a celebrity client (general)
- Operating in the world of music (touring)
- Operating in the world of movies (film locations)
Working the Principle
- Individual formations
- Team formations
- Observation skills
- Arcs of responsibility for each member of the team
- Principle control and counter action drills
- Cover & evacuation drills
Security Advance & Threat Assessments
- How to conduct a successful advance
- How to conduct a threat assessment
- Understanding route cards & counter surveillance
Dealing with Crowds, Fans, & The Press
- Dealing with fans
- Working with the press
- Dealing with the paparazzi
- Moving your client through crowds
Working the Red Carpet & Major Events
- Working with the publicist & staff
- Award shows & events
- Expecting the unexpected
Vehicle Movements
- Transportation types
- Vehicle formations
- Embus / debus of vehicle with Principal
- Contingency planning
- Introduction into VIP security driving
Unarmed Combat & Weapons Retention
- Quick & effective take-downs
- Knives & pistols
Firearms Familiarization & Training
- Weapons safety
- Weapons training (static & movement drills)
- Carrying a concealed weapon
- Situation awareness
- Legal ramifications
How to Market the Modern Bodyguard
- Success & Horror stories
- Marketing in the Internet Age
- How to find & keep a job in the industry
Application Form
Applicants for training with ICON must be reviewed and accepted. If you’re interested in participating in the training course, please let us know, we will send out an application form or Click Here to Download the Application form, promptly fill out and return.
"The Icon Celebrity & VIP Protection Course is a must for anyone looking to break into the industry or for those already actively working in the field that just want to stay fresh and sharp. Industry insiders will tell you that consistent training is paramount to being hired and successful in the EP business. I have graduated from their courses and I use the skills learned everyday while providing protection. The instructors are top notch in the industry.”
-- Sean Ernest, PPS
Icon Celebrity Protection Alumni 2.08
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