Who requires this qualification? 

Any business conducting guarding activity to secure a building or site may need trained security staff qualified as security officers who hold a SIA licence. 

A level 2 award for security officers in the private security industry qualification is required by law for an individual to apply for a SIA-licence to work as a security guard. 

Course Description

Topics include:

1. the main characteristics of the private security industry
2. the importance of safe working practices
3. roles and responsibilities of security officers
4. issues and procedures relevant to the role of a security officer
5. how to conduct effective search procedures
6. queue management
7.  problem-solving techniques when resolving conflict. 

How long will it take me to achieve this qualification? 

7 days

How is the qualification assessed?

This qualification is assessed by practical assessments and multiple-choice examinations. 

Price – £350