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Level 3 Award in Graduated Response Options for Personal Safety (RQF)

The Level 3 Award in Graduated Response Options for Personal Safety (RQF) has been developed by Training Qualifications UK (TQUK) in association with HZL to meet a requirement for a Graduated Response (GRO) to Aggression and Conflict in Permissive, Non-Permissive and High Risk Environments incorporating personal safety for individuals, groups and lone workers.

Hands-On Security Training

Recognised Certification

Expert-Led Instruction

Entry Requirements

In order to complete this qualification candidates must: 

  • Be a minimum of 18 years of age 
  • Have a minimum of Level 2 in Literacy and Numeracy (or equivalent) and must be in employment in a role where there is a requirement for competence in Graduated Response which is supported by other appropriate training.

Delivery and Assessment

  • 3-day course plus an element of self-study

This qualification is assessed through activities which will include observation of practical demonstration, written assignment, question and answer sessions and a written question answer paper.

All learning outcomes must be met to achieve a Pass – there is no grading.

Course Details


  • Cost:

    £500+ VAT (£600) per delegate.

  • Duration: 0830 - 1630 hours.
  • Unit 1: Foundations of Graduated Response
  • Unit 2: The 5 Pillars of Graduated Response (S.P.A.C.E)
  • Unit 3: The 4 Escalations of Self Protection of Graduated Response.

Available Dates

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