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How Much Does Close Personal Protection (CPP) Training Cost in Australia?

Black and white infographic of close protection training costs in Australia — $7,694.50 standard and $6,925.05 service recognition, inclusions and payment plans

Short answer: Panoptic’s 9-day Close Personal Protection (CPP) course costs $8,602 (inc. GST). Ex-service, police and first responders pay $7,820. The fee covers everything: training, materials, range fees, ammunition, and live-in accommodation with meals. Payment plans are available.

What does the course cost?

The standard fee is $8,602 (inc. GST). There is a 10% discount for current or former military, police and emergency services. That brings it to $7,820 (inc. GST). You show proof of service when you book.

What is included in the price?

The fee is all-inclusive. It covers the full 9-day program. It also covers training materials, range fees and ammunition. And it covers your live-in accommodation and meals during the course. So you do not need to sort out a bed or food. Want the day-by-day plan? Read what happens during the 9-day CPP course.

Can you pay in instalments?

Yes. Payment plans are available. They run through Zoho Subscriptions or by invoice. The earlier you book, the smaller each payment. You can also pay a deposit to lock in your spot. Then you pay the rest over time. The course must be paid off before it starts. Pay in full and you get a $250 credit toward your next course.

Is any funding available?

Sometimes. Some past students used defence force transition funding to help cover the cost. Ask the team about your options.

Is the course worth the cost?

That depends on your goals. The fee buys four nationally recognised qualifications, issued through Asset College (RTO 31718). It also buys real scenario training and a place in the alumni network. See what qualifications you get and how to become a CPP operative.

Where do graduates work?

Panoptic runs the course on the Gold Coast. Graduates then work right across Australia. This includes Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide. It also includes the Sunshine Coast, Newcastle, Wollongong, Geelong, Darwin, Katherine and Townsville. There is close protection, bodyguard and dignitary protection work near many defence bases and police hubs.

Key takeaways

  • The standard fee is $8,602 (inc. GST).
  • Ex-service, police and first responders pay $7,820.
  • The price is all-inclusive: training, materials, range, ammunition, accommodation and meals.
  • Payment plans are available. Pay in full and get a $250 credit toward your next course.
  • Graduates work across Australia, from Sydney and Melbourne to Darwin and Townsville.

Ready to book? Book your place on the Close Personal Protection (CPP) course.

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Ben Hosking

Ben Hosking Business Manager & Executive Protection Specialist Ben brings an exceptional track record of high-risk law enforcement expertise and corporate protective leadership to the Panoptic Solutions team. He transitioned into the private sector as a Manager with Panoptic Solutions in 2017 following an intensive decade long career with the Northern Territory (NT) Police Force, where he specialised as an elite Australian Police Tactical Group (PTG) Operator. Background Counter-Terrorism Operations: Served as a Counter Terrorism Police Officer with the Territory Response Group (TRG) from December 2012 to October 2017. Combat Medical Integration: Maintained an active operational edge, serving in a critical secondary role as a Combat Medic during his tactical policing tenure. Dignitary Protection Authority: Achieved the highest-level national qualification in the Australian Police curriculum for Dignitary Protection in 2015. Decorated Service: Awarded the prestigious Northern Territory Police Commissioner's Commendation in 2015 for outstanding tactical service. Global Footprint & Private Operational Service Ben’s career in managing high-consequence Close Personal Protection (CPP) details spans extensively across the Asia-Pacific region. His deployment matrix includes: Devising and executing close protection protocols for VIPs, corporate dignitaries, commonwealth heads of government, and ultra-high-net-worth individuals. Leading protection details on the ground across Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Indonesia, and Malaysia. Managing complex international protective operations throughout the Philippines, Singapore, and Brunei. Specialised Training & Certifications Tactical Medicine: Certified as a Qualified Tactical Medic via the National Critical Care and Trauma Response Centre. Firearms Instruction: Qualified Northern Territory Police Force Level 1 & Level 2 Firearms Instructor. PTG Range Safety Officer and Course Instructor. Advanced Protection Doctrine: Completed the Australian & New Zealand National Counter Terrorism Committee Close Personal Protection Skills Enhancement Course in 2015. Tactical Resolution: Trained in the national doctrine of Australia and responsible for delivering recognised counter-terrorism doctrines on close quarter battle (CQB) and resolution methods. Formal Qualifications: Graduate Certificate in Leadership (Deakin University) Holds a specialised Diploma of Public Safety (Policing). Discipline & Operational Philosophy Outside of active security tasks, Ben actively applies the physical and mental frameworks required for high-stress performance. He dedicates himself to mastering Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, holding a Blue Belt and securing a Gold Medal in the open-weight division at the 2024 Australian Open Brazilian Jiu Jitsu National Open. His personal approach to risk management and leadership is heavily informed by the teachings of Stoicism and the unyielding spirit of William Ernest Henley's poem "Invictus".
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