Some of the most trusted and highly responsible assignments in private security require more advanced training, greater professionalism, and the ability to protect individuals in environments where discretion and judgment matter just as much as physical readiness.
Without your Level IV Personal Protection Officer training, you may be limiting the types of assignments, clients, and career opportunities available to you.
You’re ready to do more than guard a location.
You’re ready to protect people.
You know you’re capable of more, but your current commission may be keeping better opportunities just out of reach.
You’re putting in the work, yet it can feel frustrating watching higher-level positions go to someone with the credential you don’t have yet.
You may be ready for more responsibility, more challenge, and a role that better reflects what you bring to the table.
You want to increase your earning potential without feeling like you have to start your career all over again.
You want a clear next step that helps you move forward instead of staying stuck where you are.
You’ve already built a foundation in private security. Now it’s time to take the next step and prepare for work that requires greater responsibility, stronger judgment, and a higher level of professionalism.
The Level IV Personal Protection Officer Course is designed to help you move beyond traditional security assignments and prepare for the specialized demands of protecting high-value individuals.
Build the knowledge + practical skills you need to step confidently into your role as a personal protection officer.
Complete, comprehensive training for your career as a personal protection officer.
Build practical skills in strikes, pressure points, takedowns, takedown avoidance, and ground defense.
Understand appropriate force responses, resistance levels, and the principles that guide use-of-force decisions.
Develop strategies for recognizing, avoiding, and responding to situations that could place your client at risk.
Explore site assessments, access considerations, and layers of protection used to create safer environments.
Learn how advance planning and client profiles help identify risks and reduce potential vulnerabilities.
Learn the protection options available to a PPO and how to respond appropriately to potential threats.
You’re ready for more opportunity, greater responsibility, and the chance to take your security career further. Now all that’s left is to take the next step.
Continuing Career Support
We’re here after class ends, with guidance and support as you build your security career.
Complimentary Firearm Loaners
Need a firearm for proficiency? SI students can reserve a 9mm loaner at no additional charge.
Digital Certificate Delivery
We send your training certificate directly to you and your employer after successful completion.
The SI Network
Stay connected with fellow graduates, SI events, and job opportunities shared by our legacy clients.
When you choose Security Institute, you’re trusting us with an important step in your career. We’re committed to providing professional, comprehensive training, treating you with respect, and supporting you beyond the classroom.
Because to us, you’re not just another enrollment—you’re part of the SI legacy.
We take your training seriously.
You’ve already decided you’re ready for more. Level III training can help you take the next step toward greater opportunity, greater responsibility, and greater earning potential. When you’re ready to move forward, Security Institute is ready to help you get there.
Missing personal protection opportunities you aren’t yet qualified to pursue.
Remaining limited to commissioned security assignments when you’re ready for greater responsibility.
Watching higher-level opportunities go to someone else who already has their Level IV PPO training.
Delaying your earning potential by putting off the qualification that can open additional career paths.
Staying exactly where you are instead of taking the next step toward the career you want.
The names and faces may change. The standard does not.
training Value $4,500+
your all-inclusive tuition $350
