Providing meaningful and cost-effective education solutions for all levels of security personnel.

Providing meaningful and cost-effective education solutions for all levels of security personnel.

More than 35 years in the security education industry

The International Foundation for Protection Officers (IFPO) serves individuals, security service firms, and organizations with their own security personnel who find IFPO programs a valuable tool for professional development. Both career-focused officers and individuals in general benefit from the recognition and professional reputation that the Foundation certification provides.

IFPO was founded in 1988
Internationally industry recognized membership and certifications
125,000+ Certificates and Certifications awarded
Responsible for the 2021 International Research Project on Security Officers’ Roles and Responsibilities in the 21st Century.
Students in over 56 countries
Developers of Security Officers and Patrol Services Competency Model

Mission

Provide professional learning opportunities for security practitioners, to impart the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to maximize job performance and enhance career potential.

Our Purpose

To make a positive difference in the quality of the participant's job performance and elevate the professional status of students who partake in our learning opportunities.

Business Mission

To supply committed security practitioners with a quality education to help achieve their highest potential and provide recognized accreditation for successful completion of educational goals.

Vision

Commitment to Excellence: To be the recognized center of excellence and primary provider of education and training products and services to the security industry.

Milestones

• Partnered Training With Smart Horizons

• Member Of ICoCA

• ASIS — GSX Partner Since 2017

• 12 Strategic Partners And Growing

• Member Of The ASIS Preferred CPE Provider Program

Values

Standards of excellence

Commitment

Integrity

Responsibility

Diversity

IFPO is a proud security education partner of over 140 global corporations