Anti-Kidnap and Hostage-Taking Awareness
Purpose
The course is designed for anyone, whether an individual, part of a team, company or organisation who travels frequently either on business, or for personal requirements within any type of environment, from low-risk to the more high-threat environments frequented by NGO's, Charity Organisation and Relief Organisations where the threat of kidnap is a very real threat and poses a significant risk of injury or death.
Assessment
Assessment in the e-Learning course
Content
The Anti-Kidnap & Hostage-Taking Awareness Training Course is aimed at those persons who either work or live in environments where the threat of abduction is high or are potential targets of such acts. This course has been written by subject matter experts hailing from UK Elite Military Units, highly-experienced at operating in high-risk environments for Private Security & Private Military Companies (PSC & PMC), this course offers the learner an in-depth insight into risk mitigation of security-related incidents such as risk of kidnap or injury.
Note: This e-Learning course is delivered by Maersk Training in collaboration with VIRSEC.
Objectives
- Assist you in your pre-departure planning and preparation and associated due diligence in order to understand, mitigate and deter possible acts of kidnap and / or hostage-taking.
- Help you to understand the Threat Assessment Process and to better assess these threats and likelihood of risk to yourself and those around you.
- Acquire essential 'tools' and skills in assisting you in the recognition and handling of stress-related conditions.
- Maintain a sense of personal security as well as to understand the necessary risk mitigation strategies whilst in-country.
How it works
Step 1
Identify the specific e-learning modules for your desired role. With online training, you have the flexibility to study at your own pace from any location.Step 2
Once you've chosen the right e-learning course, register and pay online. You'll receive an instant confirmation email with access details.Step 3
After enrolling, you’ll receive a separate email with login instructions and guidance on how to navigate the e-learning platform.Step 4
Complete the course at your own pace, ensuring you pass the required assessments to achieve certification (where applicable)Step 5
Upon successfully completing the course and passing all assessments, you’ll receive your official certification from Maersk Training or the relevant accreditation body, available for download or print.