The International Association of Personal Protection Agents is passionate about keeping people safe and helping to continuously improve standards in the field of personal protection and corporate security.
With IAPPA- certified Close
Protection Agents, you as a client are always optimally
protected
- without compromise!
OUR MISSION
From personal protection to
corporate security, we are committed to improving the quality
and standards of the security industry on a global scale. Our
dedicated team of proven professionals with extensive
experience in their respective fields work tirelessly to
provide world-class training, certification and consultancy
services to responders, teams and clients.
In an increasingly uncertain world, where the need for protection and security is growing massively, we recognize the importance of high quality standards. Security is about more than just superficial protection; it is about professionalism, unwavering loyalty and taking responsibility for what is entrusted to security personnel. Our members are aware of these high expectations and rise to the challenge of meeting them every day.
Because Security is a matter of trust!
PROTECTION AND SAFETY AS OUR TOP PRIORITY
Our primary goal is to ensure the safety and well-being of the people we protect at all times. Through uniform standards, optimal and customised advice, sound risk analyses and proactive action, our members and partners minimise dangers worldwide and offer reliable and competent protection.
PROFESSIONALISM AND INTEGRITY IN EVERY ASSIGNMENT
Personal protection, as we understand it at IAPPA, is based on the highest levels of professionalism, discretion and integrity. We commit our members and partners to ongoing training, strict ethical standards and respectful treatment of our clients and the public in order to justify the trust placed in us and our responsible work at all times.
TEAMWORK AND CONTINUOS IMPROVEMENT
IAPPA's success is based on loyalty and a strong team spirit.
We promote a culture of open exchange, innovation and
continuous learning in order to stay at the cutting edge of
technology and tactics and to continually optimise our
protection strategies.
Excellence made by IAPPA
CERTIFIED CLOSE PROTECTION AGENT (CCPA®)
Since its introduction in 1989, the Certified Close Protection Agent by IAPPA certification has been one of the most prestigious and valuable qualifications for Close Protection Agents worldwide.
OUR VISION
Our community strives to establish and maintain the highest standards in personal protection and corporate security. Our vision is to create a safe and trustworthy environment for all by providing excellent protection and training for individuals, companies and government clients.
Our association attaches great importance to the continuous training and qualification of our members. Through intensive training and certification, we ensure that security forces are always up to date with the latest tactics and methodologies. We strive for excellence and promote a culture of professionalism and accountability.
In an ever-changing world, it is
essential to keep up with the latest developments in security.
Integrity and ethical behaviour are the cornerstones of our
work. The association is committed to the highest ethical
standards and expects its members to reflect these principles
in their daily actions.
Courage, Loyalty, Respect and
Honour are essential values that we promote in all aspects of
our work. These principles are also reflected in our
logo.
OUR SERVICES
Security Consulting
We advise our clients on matters pertaining to the physical
protection of people and property e.g. executive protection and
other forms of security.
We provide information about technical security systems and
assist our clients with the daily management of both large and
small scale security projects. As an example event organizers
can rely on our massive experience in the fields of event
security management.
Security Training
IAPPA offers a variety of training programs to members of the security and law enforcement community. We provide clients from all over the world with security training that is in accordance with the highest international IAPPA standards.
We host and organize courses at the IAPPA Academy, our
international partners and certified instructors - for
first-class results and the necessary knowledge
advantage.
Certification
The IAPPA Certification program is closing this gap for people who really know their jobs, have hands-on experience and want that to be valued as such.
Our certifications are not gifts that you buy online. Our
examination board evaluates every application received and only
certifies those that meet the high standard. An internationally
recognized certificate from IAPPA distinguishes the holder as a
true professional.
ONLINE ACADEMY
Our online Academy offers excellent opportunities for targeted and effective learning anywhere in the world, not just to complete a ‘course’, but to gain really useful expertise and broaden your horizons. Our online courses have been developed and designed by experienced security specialists. They are based on decades of expertise and thus offer real specialist knowledge. As part of UISA, we offer a wide range of online courses. Get a head start on your knowledge and expertise now!
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International Association of Personal Protection Agents