Security Courses
What is the best course for you?
Each SIA Licence allows for you to work in different capacities. Click each item to find out what work you can do with each licence.
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This allows the holder to work within Licenced premises where alcohol is being sold for consumption, Licenced Events and use Physical intervention in response to civil offences and indictable offences. You are allowed to wear a body camera to gather images of public spaces but you are not allowed to view or review any footage obtained.
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This allows the holder to work within a CCTV control room and use the CCTV system for view, review and produce evidential copies of footage obtained lawfully and in line with its intended purpose.
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This allows the holder to work in the capacity of a security officer within a retail environment, it allows the holder to wear a body camera but cannot view or review any footage. This licence also limits where the holder can work. They are not allow to work in any environment where alcohol is being sold for consumption.
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This allows the holder to work in the capacity of personal protection (A Bodyguard), due to the length and details of the course a Licenced Close Protection Operator can do all of the above, other than a CCTV Operator
Door Supervisor
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Our Door Supervisor Course is designed to equip individuals with the essential knowledge and skills required to work in the private security industry. Recognised by the Security Industry Authority (SIA), this comprehensive course covers all necessary aspects to ensure participants meet the legal and professional standards expected in the field.
What the Course Covers:
Understanding the Law: Gain insight into the roles and responsibilities of a door supervisor, including legal powers, conflict management, and use of force.
Conflict Management: Learn techniques to manage challenging situations calmly and professionally while prioritising safety.
Physical Intervention Skills: Practical training on safe methods to diffuse or manage physical confrontations.
Health & Safety: Understanding risks and implementing measures to maintain a safe environment for patrons and staff.
Customer Service: Emphasis on delivering a high standard of service while maintaining control and professionalism.
Emergency Procedures: Training in handling emergencies, including evacuations and first aid scenarios.
What You Can Do with This Qualification:
Upon successful completion, participants will receive a qualification that allows them to apply for an SIA Door Supervisor Licence, opening up a variety of career opportunities in the security industry:
Door Supervision: Work at licensed premises, including bars, clubs, and entertainment venues, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.
Event Security: Take on roles at concerts, festivals, sporting events, and other large gatherings.
Retail Security: Ensure the safety of staff and customers in shopping centres and retail stores.
Corporate Security: Provide security services for office buildings, hotels, and other corporate facilities.
Close Protection: Use the qualification as a stepping stone to further training in close protection or other advanced security roles.
Why Choose This Course?
Industry-recognised certification.
Practical, real-world training led by experienced professionals.
A gateway to a rewarding and diverse career in security.
Start your journey into the security industry today and unlock a career where every day brings new challenges and opportunities to make a difference!
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Our Door Supervisor Refresher Course is specifically designed for licensed door supervisors looking to renew their SIA Door Supervisor Licence. This course ensures participants are up-to-date with the latest legal and professional standards while refreshing essential skills for working in the private security industry.
What the Course Covers:
Legal Updates: Stay informed about changes in legislation, including laws related to the use of force, self-defence, and industry regulations.
Conflict Management Refresher: Revisit effective techniques for managing conflicts and maintaining a safe environment for all.
Physical Intervention Skills Update: Practical training to reinforce safe and effective methods for handling physical confrontations.
Terror Threat Awareness: Learn best practices for identifying and responding to potential terror-related threats in your role.
Health & Safety: Refresh your understanding of health and safety protocols to minimize risks.
First Aid Skills: Mandatory Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) training is included, ensuring compliance with current requirements.
Why You Need This Course:
The SIA Door Supervisor Licence requires renewal every three years. This refresher course is a legal requirement for licence holders to demonstrate continued competency and compliance with updated industry standards.
What You Can Do with This Qualification:
Renewing your licence through this course allows you to continue working in various roles within the security industry, including:
Licensed Premises Security: Maintain safety in bars, clubs, and other entertainment venues.
Event Security: Stay eligible for roles at festivals, concerts, and sports events.
Retail and Corporate Security: Ensure ongoing opportunities in diverse sectors such as retail, hospitality, and corporate facilities.
Why Choose This Course?
Tailored to experienced professionals, focusing on relevant updates and skills.
Delivered by industry experts to help you meet the highest professional standards.
Combines theory with practical exercises to ensure readiness for real-world situations.
Don’t let your licence lapse—stay compliant, confident, and capable in your role as a door supervisor. Enroll in the Door Supervisor Refresher Course today!
CCTV Operators
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Our CCTV Operators Course is designed to provide individuals with the essential knowledge and skills required to operate CCTV systems professionally and in compliance with industry standards. Recognised by the Security Industry Authority (SIA), this course is ideal for anyone looking to pursue a career in public or private surveillance, ensuring safety and security in a wide range of environments.
What the Course Covers:
Roles and Responsibilities: Learn the duties of a CCTV operator, including monitoring, recording, and reporting incidents.
Legal Framework: Understand the laws and regulations surrounding the use of CCTV systems, including GDPR, privacy laws, and the Protection of Freedoms Act.
CCTV Technology: Get familiar with the latest systems, including camera types, control room equipment, and digital storage solutions.
Operating Procedures: Develop skills in monitoring live feeds, reviewing footage, and responding to real-time incidents effectively.
Incident Reporting: Learn to accurately document and report incidents, ensuring evidence is handled appropriately for legal use.
Health and Safety: Understand safe working practices within a CCTV control room environment.
Team Coordination: Gain insight into working with other security personnel, emergency services, and management teams.
Course Features:
Practical Training: Hands-on experience with modern CCTV equipment in a simulated control room environment.
Expert Instruction: Delivered by experienced professionals with extensive knowledge of surveillance operations.
Compliance-Focused: Designed to meet all requirements for applying for an SIA Public Space Surveillance (CCTV) Licence.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is ideal for:
Individuals starting a career in CCTV operations.
Existing security professionals looking to expand their skill set.
Businesses seeking to train their in-house staff to operate CCTV systems legally and effectively.
What You Can Do with This Qualification:
Upon successful completion, participants will be eligible to apply for an SIA CCTV Licence, opening up career opportunities such as:
CCTV Operator: Work in control rooms monitoring public spaces, retail environments, transport hubs, and corporate facilities.
Security Officer with CCTV Expertise: Enhance your role in private or public security by combining on-site presence with surveillance skills.
Evidence Handler: Support law enforcement and private investigations by providing video evidence in line with legal standards.
Control Room Supervisor: Progress into roles overseeing teams of CCTV operators in large-scale operations.
Why Choose This Course?
Industry-recognised qualification for career advancement.
Practical and theory-based training delivered by experts.
Essential for individuals or organisations using CCTV systems responsibly and effectively.
A stepping stone to further roles in the security sector.
Start your journey into the world of surveillance and security. Enrol in our CCTV Operators Course today and take the first step toward a rewarding career in public space surveillance.
Security Officer
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Our Security Operatives Course is designed to provide participants with the essential skills and knowledge required to work effectively in the private security industry. This course is ideal for those looking to start or enhance their career as a security professional, covering a wide range of topics to ensure competence and compliance with industry standards.
What the Course Covers:
Roles and Responsibilities: Understand the core duties and expectations of a security operative in various environments.
Conflict Management: Learn strategies to de-escalate potentially volatile situations while maintaining professionalism and safety.
Law and Ethics: Gain a comprehensive understanding of the legal framework governing the security industry, including powers of arrest and use of force.
Risk and Threat Assessment: Develop the ability to identify, assess, and mitigate security risks.
Access Control: Training in effective methods for managing access and ensuring the safety of premises and personnel.
Patrolling Techniques: Learn efficient patrolling methods to maintain a secure environment.
Emergency Procedures: Handle emergencies such as evacuations, medical incidents, and fire hazards effectively.
First Aid: Includes Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW), ensuring readiness to handle medical emergencies.
What You Can Do with This Qualification:
Upon successful completion, participants will be qualified to apply for an SIA Security Guard Licence or build upon their existing skillset to enhance their career. This qualification opens doors to a variety of roles, including:
Static Security Guarding: Protect property and assets at sites like warehouses, construction sites, and office buildings.
Retail Security: Ensure a safe shopping environment for staff and customers in retail establishments.
Event Security: Work at high-profile events, managing safety and crowd control.
Mobile Patrol Officer: Conduct patrols across multiple sites, ensuring security and quick response to incidents.
Control Room Operations: Monitor and manage security systems such as CCTV for public or private facilities.
Why Choose This Course?
Meets SIA licensing requirements and industry standards.
Combines practical and theoretical training to prepare you for real-world challenges.
Taught by experienced professionals who bring real-life insights to the training.
A stepping stone to further opportunities in the security sector, such as door supervision or close protection.
Embark on a rewarding career in the security industry with our Security Operatives Course—enroll today and take the first step toward making a difference in the safety and protection of others!
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The Security Operatives Refresher Course is tailored for licensed security professionals who need to renew their SIA Security Guard Licence. This course ensures operatives remain compliant with current legal standards and industry requirements while refreshing essential skills for effective security management.
What the Course Covers:
Legal and Regulatory Updates: Stay informed about the latest changes in laws, including powers of arrest, use of force, and industry regulations.
Conflict Management Refresher: Revisit proven techniques for de-escalating conflicts and handling challenging situations professionally.
Risk and Threat Assessment: Refresher training on identifying, assessing, and managing potential risks in various environments.
Access Control and Patrolling: Reinforce your skills in managing access to premises and effective patrolling methods.
Emergency Procedures: Updates on managing emergencies, including fire safety, medical incidents, and evacuations.
First Aid Training: Includes mandatory Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) training, ensuring compliance with SIA requirements.
Terror Threat Awareness: Learn current best practices for identifying and responding to potential terror threats.
Why You Need This Course:
Renewing your licence is a legal requirement, ensuring you remain compliant with the SIA Security Guard Licence regulations. This refresher course is designed to enhance your competency, keep your skills sharp, and align your knowledge with updated standards in the security industry.
What You Can Do with This Qualification:
By completing the refresher course and renewing your licence, you can continue working in various roles within the private security sector, including:
Static Security Guarding: Safeguard premises such as construction sites, warehouses, and office buildings.
Retail Security: Maintain safety and security in retail environments for staff and customers.
Event Security: Continue working at concerts, sports events, festivals, and exhibitions.
Mobile Patrols: Perform security checks across multiple locations, ensuring quick incident response.
Control Room Operations: Operate CCTV systems and manage security protocols in control room settings.
Why Choose This Course?
Delivered by experienced trainers with real-world expertise.
Focused on refreshing practical skills and updating theoretical knowledge.
Fully compliant with SIA standards for licence renewal.
Essential for continuing your career in the security industry.
Keep your skills sharp and your licence valid with our Security Operatives Refresher Course—sign up today and ensure you stay at the top of your profession!
Close Protection
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Our Close Protection Course is a comprehensive program designed to prepare individuals for a career in executive protection, whether they come from a military or police background or are entirely new to the field. This course equips participants with the knowledge, skills, and certifications necessary to excel in providing professional and discreet close protection services to high-profile individuals.
What the Course Covers:
Covert Surveillance: Master the art of discreetly monitoring environments to identify and mitigate potential threats.
Reconnaissance Operations: Learn to assess and secure locations prior to a principal's arrival, ensuring their safety at all times.
Principal Protection: Develop strategies for escorting and safeguarding principals in dynamic environments, including advanced protective formations and vehicle drills.
Medical Training (FREC 3): Gain lifesaving skills with the First Response Emergency Care Level 3 certification, equipping you to handle medical emergencies effectively.
Level 3 Risk Assessment: Learn how to evaluate risks and implement mitigation strategies tailored to the needs of high-profile clients.
Level 2 Mental Health Awareness: Understand how to recognize and manage mental health challenges, both for yourself and those under your care.
Level 2 Health and Safety: Acquire knowledge to maintain safe working practices in any environment.
Course Features:
Accommodation Included: Comfortable lodging provided throughout the duration of the course.
Hands-On Training: Practical exercises and simulations in real-world scenarios.
Expert Instructors: Delivered by experienced close protection professionals with military, police, and private sector backgrounds.
Networking Opportunities: Build connections with industry professionals and peers.
Admission Requirements:
This course is highly selective, and candidates must successfully pass an intake interview to be accepted. Our intake interview process is designed to ensure we train individuals with the right aptitude, professionalism, and mindset for this demanding career.
Only 35% of applicants pass the intake interview, reflecting the rigorous standards we uphold.
The intake interview evaluates key competencies such as communication skills, situational awareness, and a commitment to the responsibilities of a Close Protection Operative.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is ideal for:
Non-military and non-police individuals seeking a new career in executive protection.
Ex-military personnel looking to transition into civilian close protection roles.
Ex-police officers enhancing their skillsets for private sector opportunities.
What You Can Do with This Qualification:
Upon successful completion, participants will be fully prepared to:
Apply for an SIA Close Protection Licence.
Work as a Close Protection Operative in corporate, celebrity, and diplomatic settings.
Conduct covert surveillance and reconnaissance for private security assignments.
Provide comprehensive security planning and risk assessments for clients.
Respond effectively to medical emergencies with advanced first aid training.
Why Choose This Course?
Includes essential certifications: FREC 3, Level 3 Risk Assessment, Level 2 Mental Health Awareness, and Level 2 Health and Safety.
Practical focus on real-world challenges in executive protection.
Accommodation provided for a seamless learning experience.
Open to participants from all professional backgrounds who meet our stringent intake requirements.
Start your journey into the elite world of close protection. Complete the intake interview process, and if successful, join a course designed to launch your career in executive security. Enroll today and step into a career where precision, professionalism, and preparedness are key!
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Our Close Protection Refresher Course is designed for experienced Close Protection Operatives who need to renew their SIA Close Protection Licence. This focused course ensures that participants are updated on the latest industry standards, techniques, and legal requirements to maintain their qualifications and continue excelling in the field of executive protection.
What the Course Covers:
Covert Surveillance Refresher: Update and refine your skills in discreetly monitoring environments to identify and mitigate threats.
Reconnaissance Operations: Revisit best practices for assessing and securing locations to ensure a principal's safety.
Principal Protection Strategies: Enhance your knowledge of advanced protective formations, escort strategies, and vehicle drills for high-risk scenarios.
Legal and Professional Updates: Stay informed about changes in industry regulations, laws, and standards.
Conflict Management: Refresh your ability to de-escalate and manage conflicts professionally and safely.
Course Features:
Experienced Instructors: Delivered by seasoned professionals with extensive backgrounds in military, police, and private security sectors.
Focused Content: Specifically tailored for operatives renewing their SIA licence, with practical, up-to-date training.
Efficient and Effective: A concise program designed to minimize downtime while ensuring participants are fully prepared to continue their professional roles.
Who Is This Course For?
This refresher course is designed for:
Existing Close Protection Operatives who need to renew their SIA licence.
Ex-military and ex-police professionals maintaining their industry credentials.
Private sector Close Protection Operatives ensuring their skills are aligned with current standards.
What You Can Do with This Qualification:
By completing the Close Protection Refresher Course, you will:
Renew your SIA Close Protection Licence, ensuring continued eligibility for close protection assignments.
Maintain your competency in essential skills such as surveillance, reconnaissance, and principal protection.
Continue working in high-profile roles in corporate, celebrity, and diplomatic settings.
Why Choose This Course?
Fully compliant with SIA standards for licence renewal.
Focused entirely on the key skills and knowledge required for experienced Close Protection Operatives.
Practical and efficient training designed to keep you at the top of your profession.
Keep your qualifications current and your skills sharp. Enrol in the Close Protection Refresher Course today and ensure you remain a trusted professional in this elite industry.
Applying for a SIA Licence
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Before applying for an SIA licence, it’s essential to prepare and ensure you meet all requirements to avoid losing your application fee, which is non-refundable.
What You Need to Prepare:
Ensure you have the means to pay the licensing fee: £184.00 (This fee is half price if you are applying for a second licence, this does not apply to licence renewals.
Identity Verification: Provide documents proving your identity.
Address History: Submit details of your addresses over the last 5 years. If you’re in the UK, your current address will be automatically checked.
Age Requirement: You must be 18 or older.
Qualifications: Obtain the necessary licence-linked qualification for front-line roles like security guarding or CCTV operation. Non-front line roles do not require this qualification.
Criminal Record Check: Pass a criminal record check, including providing overseas records if you’ve lived abroad for 6 months or more in the past 5 years.
Right to Work: You must have the right to work in the UK. SIA will verify this with the Home Office if you’re not a UK citizen.
Mental Health: Disclose any compulsory mental health measures within the last 5 years. You may need to provide a medical report from a healthcare professional.
Additional Checks:
• Other Information: SIA may consider additional information from various sources, such as police records, social media, or reports from the public, to determine your suitability for a licence.