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 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.
To launch your career, consider the Initial Security Officer Program:
This course provides online training to help improve the knowledge and performance of private security officers part of an initial training program. The
training is designed to assist security agencies, and officers, to meet many of the published private security officer training guideline recommendations.
In this course you will learn the tasks and capabilities expected of an Entry Level Protection Officer while performing assigned duties, including:
•Patrols
•interaction with Clients and the Public
•Proper Preparation of Written Reports
•Use of Force
•Search and Seizure
•Legal Authority Considerations for Apprehension
This is the first step of many what an be an exciting and rewarding career in the security industry.
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Get certified and take your security career to the next level!
The International Foundation for Protection Officers (IFPO) is dedicated to providing meaningful and cost effective security training for security guards and protection officers.
We believe that education is a necessary and essential part of professional security training and the security officer’s background. IFPO serves individuals, security companies, and organizations that have their own private security staff. Our students and members benefit from the recognition and standing that the prestigious IFPO certification conveys.
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International Foundation for Protection Officers Mission Statement
Mission Statement Part I.
The International Foundation for Protection Officers provides professional learning opportunities for security practitioners, to impart the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to maximize job performance and enhance career potential.
Purpose: to make a positive difference in the quality of the participant’s job performance and elevate the professional status of students who partake of our learning opportunities.
Business: 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.
Values: commitment, integrity, responsibility, and standards of excellence, provide the platform that supports our journey as we pursue our mission.
Vision Statement
Commitment to Excellence: To be the recognized center of excellence and primary provider of education and training products and services to the security industry.
Mission Statement Part II.
“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.”
