Security
Security Guard Foundation Course (online)
We are recognised as NZ’s leading expert in security defensive concepts & tactics training. After identifying a great need in the industry for specific training, we worked as consultants to develop the current security training within New Zealand which are based on our programmes.
Our security courses are the next level up and is designed to be fit for purpose. They combine a common sense approach with practical concepts based on instinctive responses easily recalled under stress. Designed so security officers' can work alongside government security agencies (Police, Ministry of Justice etc). These courses cover those working on their own, as a team member and at night.
The point of difference in training with HardTarget is that we not only provide the content of the course but also an insight into how the content will realistically work in real-time environments.
Our online foundation course is a great place to start your journey. It includes basic knowledge, concepts and ideas for new personnel or to refresh. You will learn to understand issues relating to due care, legal liability considerations within all concepts, relevant and up-to-date content as we have been delivered to key government security agencies, a promise of well-researched, uniquely designed and succinctly delivered video tutorials and access to our facebook group for the security industry. The best opportunity there is for learning everything you need to know about keeping safe on the job is right here, right now. We even provide certification for you to prove you have completed the convenient online training from the proven industry leader. Get started today!
This course will cover:
- understanding of legislation
- tactical communication
- body language & projection
- weapon awareness
- team work
- tactical awareness
For the professionals, by the professionals.
Defensive Concepts & Tactics Instructors Course
Be an instructor.
Our main aim is for this programme is to ensure that any instructors who qualify through us will be confident, effective, efficient and fully supported. We are passionate about making the security industry safer. We truly believe this starts when those attending their security course receive the best training available so that they can use the knowledge and skills to truly be safer in the community... and that responsibility falls into the hands of great instructors.
We have designed, developed and implemented instructor courses for our partners since 1999. We provide instructors with a delivery programme system that is proven, tested and flexible in delivery style. Our national training programme is inline with the best practice and procedures of other government security agencies.
This course is delivered by Quinton Swanson in person by request only. Note that it is designed for a subject matter confident instructor and pre-course assessment may be required to check suitability.
This course is delivered onsite and will include:
- course content
- course delivery system
- certification programme
- full support
- online instructor library (with certification)
- covers instructor liabilities
- annual re-certification required
- access to a Facebook Instructor Group
- instructional technique
- course design & development
- instructional assessment & evaluation
- safe & best practice
- instructional liabilities
Set the standard,
then raise it.
Defensive Concepts & Tactics Courses
These courses are held onsite in a venue most convenient to the agency and its staff. They are designed fit for purpose to suit the participants requirements and may be core skills or a follow on from our online course.
Our trainers have all been operators and have a huge passion to provide the best instruction to those they train. We also believe in our training and provide full support. If you have any requirements please contact us directly.
These courses can include but not limited to:
- basic knowledge & concepts
- control and restraint
- ground defence
- weapon defence
- escape & evasion
- due care concepts
- real-time scenario based training
Contact us today to make you and your staff safer!
Try it out first!
If you would like to experience what a course will be like, then try our short free quiz and test your understanding of personal safety before you make a commitment to the full course. Enjoy!
WHAT OTHERS SAY ABOUT US
“I felt very confident and safe while training. Instructor has great knowledge and content provided through relevant examples.”
“Great for Core Skills! Awesome! I used a lot of this with my store detective position a few years ago so its been good as a refresher & learning new skills as well thank you so much HardTarget.”
“I thought the visual search part was superb. That constantly looking is vital to keep yourself and your team safe”
“Five star rating! Clear & Helpful. Thanks, this course was great, Nice videos outlines. ”
“This is fun, simple and to the point. No mucking around!”
“The introduction with Quinton is very interesting. I like real live video. The skills of interacting with another person and using the verbal and communication is very important. Vision all is another thing too. Thank you "Q".”
“I would now feel confident facing a threatening situation and knowing what to do. The role plays were very beneficial!”
“As a result of life-like scenarios during your training I was not only physically but also mentally prepared when confronted by my attacker. Thank you Q!”
“Great course! A great course that provides you with the knowledge and wisdom to safely perform tasks. ”
“It was top quality and the boys are going to have skills that they can use for the rest of their lives. We will be using HardTarget again in the future.”
“FOUNTAIN OF KNOWLEDGE! Excellent course in which I gained a better understanding of the core skills required as a Security Officer. Just going back to the basics provides what you will eventually build from to increase your knowledge and understanding.”
“As a business owner, I found the team from HardTarget very professional. Highly recommend.”