Overview of Program
The Protection Officer Certificate Program teaches and prepares students to obtain a Certified Protection Officer (CPO) certificate and employment opportunities as a security guard and/or a protection officer. Courses include information related to the following topics:
- Report writing
- Physical security
- Emergency procedures
- Workplace violence
- Traffic control
- Fire prevention
- Use of force
- Operational risk management
Courses in Program
- Protection Officer 1
- Protection Officer 2
- Protection Officer 3
- Protection Officer 4
What do students graduate with?
- High School Diploma from Suncoast High School
- Self-study CPO certificate that meets the academic requirements to obtain the CPO credential
