Basic HEAT Course (Kenya)

Prepare for safe travel and work in medium- and high-risk areas with our Basic HEAT course.

After a long journey, you arrive at your hotel and suddenly face a robber with a weapon. Your instinct might be to fight, flee, or freeze, but we encourage thoughtful responses based on self-awareness and experience.

Our Basic HEAT Course (Hostile Environment Awareness Training) equips you with essential skills for navigating medium- and high-risk areas through practical training and realistic simulations.

Master Your Skills Through Realistic Simulations

Our expert team offers immersive simulations that mirror real-life threats, allowing you to discover your instinctive responses. You’ll engage in intense training with professionals, gaining vital skills to handle challenging situations effectively.

Feel Safe in a Supportive Environment

Join our inclusive program, where your safety and well-being are our priorities. Share past experiences with our trainers, who will tailor the course to enhance your learning. With a dedicated host present, you can take breaks when needed, ensuring mental support throughout the training. Personalised guidance is also available.

Receive Your Professional Medical Kit

In the medical module, you’ll learn to use a professional medical kit for remote areas, which you’ll receive for free. You’ll also get waterproof instruction cards for easy reference.

Who Is This Course For?

This training is ideal for those working or travelling in medium- and high-risk areas. If you plan to visit regions deemed unsafe by your Ministry of Foreign Affairs, this course is essential. Always evaluate the risks for yourself, even in supposedly safe areas.

Subjects:

• Situational & security awareness
• Risk Assessment & Mitigation Measures
• Gender-Specific Risks
• Personal Risk Profile
• Field Security Plans
• Communication Skills (in the field)
• Radio & Satellite Phone
• Medical Accident Control
• Life-Saving Skills in Remote Areas
• Basic Life Support & AED
• Dealing with Aggression
• Stress Management
• Hostage Prevention & Survival
• Field Safety Skills
• Checkpoints & Road Blocks
• Active Shooting, Ambushes and Carjacking
• Ammunition and Weapon Awareness
• Drone Survival
• Simulations and Field Exercises

Details:

Enrollment Open: No prior training is required for this course.
Languages: English
Duration of the course: 3 days, with two evening programs included (32 hours total).
Schedule: day one starts at 08:30 and ends on day three at 17.30.
Breakdown of the course: 30% theory, 30% practice, 40% simulations.
Maximum group size: 14
Dietary requirements: vegetarian/vegan/other meals.
HEAT certificate: Upon completion of the course, you will receive a HEAT certificate.
Keep your knowledge up to date: we ensure your training stays current by providing you with a complimentary e-learning programme after 1 year.

Basic HEAT Course (Kenya): Nairobi, Kenya
Website: https://www.centreforsafety.org/

Costs: €3.200
Including accommodation (2 nights)*, food & beverage*, all course materials and VAT.
*During the course, we automatically reserve accommodation and provide food and beverages for all participants.

The open Basic HEAT is organised in the Netherlands, Kenya, Jordan and the USA.