SIA Security Training

Who is this course for?

Any business selling alcohol — small pubs, retailers, large nightclubs, cafés, restaurants, hotels and sports facilities — may need trained security staff qualified as door supervisors and holding an SIA licence.

This course is for anyone who wants to apply for a licence from the Security Industry Authority (SIA) to work legally as a door supervisor.

Course learning material includes

• Principles of Working in the Private Security Industry (multiple-choice exam and practical assessment)
• Principles of Working as a Door Supervisor in the Private Security Industry (multiple-choice exam and practical assessment)
• Application of Conflict Management in the Private Security Industry (multiple-choice exam and practical assessment)
• Application of Physical Intervention Skills in the Private Security Industry (multiple-choice exam and practical assessment)

All exams and assessments must be completed and passed to obtain this qualification and apply for an SIA licence.

Requirements

• Aged 18+
• Pre-learning is provided and must be completed before the first day of the course
• ACT Awareness Certificate
• ACT Security Certificate
• English language skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking equivalent to:
  • B2 Level qualification on the Home Office’s list of recognised English tests and qualifications
  • B2 Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)
• Level 3 Emergency First Aid certificate with at least 12 months of validity

Completion and certification of a Level 3 Emergency First Aid course is required before starting the security training. If you do not already hold this qualification, you can choose our bundle: attend the 1-day Level 3 Emergency First Aid course on a date before the security training. When both courses are booked together, the Emergency First Aid course is offered at a discounted rate of £50.

Who is this course for?

For learners who already hold an SIA door supervisor licence and need to be brought up to date with the new licence-linked qualification requirements.

Course learning material includes

• Principles of Terror Threat Awareness in the Private Security Industry (multiple-choice exam)
• Principles of Using Equipment as a Door Supervisor in the Private Security Industry (multiple-choice exam)
• Application of Physical Intervention Skills in the Private Security Industry (question exam and practical assessment)

All exams and assessments must be completed and passed to obtain this qualification and apply for an SIA licence.

Requirements

• Aged 18+
• Pre-learning is provided and must be completed before the first day of the course
• ACT Awareness Certificate
• ACT Security Certificate
• English language skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking equivalent to:
  • B2 Level qualification on the Home Office’s list of recognised English tests and qualifications
  • B2 Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)
• Level 3 Emergency First Aid certificate with at least 12 months of validity

Completion and certification of a Level 3 Emergency First Aid course is required before starting the security training. If you do not already hold this qualification, you can choose our bundle: attend the 1-day Level 3 Emergency First Aid course on a date before the security training. When both courses are booked together, the Emergency First Aid course is offered at a discounted rate of £50.

Who is this course for?

For anyone looking to carry out manned guarding duties on premises — excluding roles that involve only CCTV operation, or that fall under close protection, door supervision or cash and valuables in transit.

Course learning material includes

• Principles of Working in the Private Security Industry (multiple-choice exam and practical assessment)
• Principles of Working as a Security Officer in the Private Security Industry (multiple-choice exam and practical assessment)
• Application of Conflict Management in the Private Security Industry (multiple-choice exam and practical assessment)

All exams and assessments must be completed and passed to obtain this qualification and apply for an SIA licence.

Requirements

• Aged 16+ — please note an SIA licence cannot be applied for until the age of 18
• Pre-learning is provided and must be completed before the first day of the course
• ACT Awareness Certificate
• ACT Security Certificate
• English language skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking equivalent to:
  • B2 Level qualification on the Home Office’s list of recognised English tests and qualifications
  • B2 Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)
• Level 3 Emergency First Aid certificate with at least 12 months of validity

Completion and certification of a Level 3 Emergency First Aid course is required before starting the security training. If you do not already hold this qualification, you can choose our bundle: attend the 1-day Level 3 Emergency First Aid course on a date before the security training. When both courses are booked together, the Emergency First Aid course is offered at a discounted rate of £50.

Who is this course for?

For anyone who already holds an SIA licence and needs to update their skills to meet the latest licence-linked qualification requirements.

Course learning material includes

• Principles of Terror Threat Awareness in the Private Security Industry (multiple-choice exam)
• Principles of Minimising Personal Risk for Security Officers in the Private Security Industry (multiple-choice exam)

All exams and assessments must be completed and passed to obtain this qualification and apply for an SIA licence.

Requirements

• Aged 16+ — please note an SIA licence cannot be applied for until the age of 18
• ACT Awareness Certificate
• ACT Security Certificate
• English language skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking equivalent to:
  • B2 Level qualification on the Home Office’s list of recognised English tests and qualifications
  • B2 Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)
• Level 3 Emergency First Aid certificate with at least 12 months of validity

Completion and certification of a Level 3 Emergency First Aid course is required before starting the security training. If you do not already hold this qualification, you can choose our bundle: attend the 1-day Level 3 Emergency First Aid course on a date before the security training. When both courses are booked together, the Emergency First Aid course is offered at a discounted rate of £50.