Course Overview
TSCM Training Understanding the Principles of Technical Surveillance Countermeasures
In the increasingly competitive culture of the modern business world, many organisations resort to sophisticated eavesdropping techniques to uncover their rivals’ new products, financial positions and other corporate secrets.
The aim of this two-day course (formerly known as Electronic Countermeasures) is to provide delegates with the ability to understand and carry out basic physical TSCM surveys. By understanding the principles of TSCM, delegates will be able to conduct interim or very short notice searches of sensitive areas, in support of a wider counter-espionage strategy.
This classroom-based course will lead delegates through the physical and technical countermeasures survey process, covering topics such as evaluating the threat, producing a survey, conducting a physical and basic electronic inspection, as well as producing a report complete with recommendations for improving information security. The training has a ‘hands-on’ focus and involves a number of practical scenarios based within an office environment.
The programme is designed for those involved with security and TSCM operations, and is suitable for anyone with the responsibility for securing sensitive sites or information, conducting physical TSCM surveys within their organisation and personnel tasked with employing the services of a third party to conduct TSCM surveys on their behalf. Typical delegates include: Security Managers, Controller, Guards, FM Managers, Close Protection Officers, and In-House Security Personnel.
The course carries a BTEC Level 3 Award – a respected qualification for anyone seeking career opportunities in the electronic security sector. By holding this qualification, you demonstrate to your clients and colleagues you have advanced skills in training and understanding the principles of Technical Surveillance Countermeasures.
Key Details
6th Feb - 7th Feb 2025, Bishop's Waltham, UK
£1450 ex. VAT (includes Tavcom certification)
Additional £95 + VAT for BTEC Level 3 Certificate
Core Content
- Be aware of espionage and eavesdropping threats, including threat actors, motivations and impact
- Be aware of the principles of TSCM
- Understand Risks, Assets, Threats and Vulnerabilities and pass an assessed exercise
- Be aware of concealment techniques
- Able to conduct a technical case study and pass an assessed exercise
- Be aware of threats to buildings and telephone systems
- Understand the requirements of surveys, records and reporting, and pass an assessed exercise
- Be able to conduct a basic room search
- Be able to design a report template
- Be able to conduct a room search and present findings to the group
- Be able to consider the issues associated with a technical attack
- Be able to consider what recommendations could mitigate the threats identified in the exercise
ABOUT THE COURSE
Welcome to the Technical Surveillance Countermeasures course (formerly Electronic Countermeasures) training course, designed for professionals seeking key skills and knowledge that are central to the protection of theirs or their company’s’ assets.
On this course, we invite you to join expert instructors as they guide you through carefully crafted modules to build an enhanced expertise in key areas of electronic systems’ protection. This course is open to all and requires no pre-requisites for enrolment. With a practical focus and real-world application, this training offers a dynamic and engaging learning experience giving you the skills to apply what you’re learning to your role immediately.
Join us as you delve into hands-on exercises, understand threats to your assets, and develop survey reports that will not only expand your understanding but also equip you with the tools necessary to make meaningful contributions to your workplace.
| Course Date | Course Name | Course Location |
|---|---|---|
| 6th February - 7th February 2025 | Electronic Countermeasures | Bishop's Waltham, UK |
| 6th May - 7th May 2025 | Electronic Countermeasures | Bishop's Waltham, UK |
| 25th September - 26th September 2025 | Electronic Countermeasures | Bishop's Waltham, UK |
| 5th February - 6th February 2026 | Electronic Countermeasures | Bishop's Waltham, UK |
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