The Security Science Professionalisation Matrix (SSPM) is the official training framework of PSA Caribbean. It transforms private security from an informal job into a structured, respected profession — recognised across CARICOM and aligned with global standards.
It outlines a clear career and qualification path from community awareness (Level 0) to doctoral-level studies (Level 8), integrating:
The SSPM is endorsed by PSA International and dapted in collaboration with CARICOM national partners.
From maritime to executive protection, from cyber to critical infrastructure — find your
specialisation and build your expertise.
Start with general security training and earn a national licence (Level 2), then choose a sector and continue through Levels 3–5.
career qualifications that move with you across CARICOM nations
career qualifications that move with you across CARICOM nations
career qualifications that move with you across CARICOM nations
built with ISO/ASIS alignment, supports IBSSA, iAPSP, UN SDGs
built with ISO/ASIS alignment, supports IBSSA, iAPSP, UN SDGs
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