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No one does the security guard training 99% of the learners do the Door Supervisor Course. As the Door supervisor, SIA Licence covers Security Guarding as Well as Door supervision so you don’t have to apply for two different licenses.
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The security guard training will allow a learner to apply for an SIA security guard license. The license will allow the individual to work in the UK security industry as a security guard.

About the qualification

• Duration: 4 Days
• Daily: 0900 hrs to 1800 hrs
• Price: £199.99 (Book Online)

Assessments
Three examinations (multiple choices)

Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements other than that you need to be 18 or above, and should have a reasonable understanding of English.

Documents required for this course

The security guard training which leads to the grant of a sia license is not very popular. The majority of learners opt for the door supervisor qualification, the reason is very simple. With the door supervisor license, you can work as a door supervisor and you can also work as a security guard. The price difference between door supervisor and security guarding qualification is negligible and the price of the license remains to be the same.

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Core modules for the security guard course

Common Security Industry Knowledge

Unit 1: Principles of Working in the Private Security Industry

• Know the main characteristics and purposes of the Private Security Industry
• Understand legislation as it applies to a security operative
• Understand arrest procedures relevant to security operatives
• Understand the importance of safe working practices
• Understand fire procedures in the workplace
• Understand emergencies and the importance of emergency procedures
• Understand how to communicate effectively as a security operative
• Understand record keeping relevant to the role of the security operative
• Understand terror threats and the role of the security operative in the event of a threat
• Understand how to keep vulnerable people safe
• Understand good practice for post incident management

Security Guarding Specialist Module

Unit 2: Principles of Working as a Security Officer In The Private Security Industry

• Understand the roles and responsibilities of security officers.
• Understand the control of access and egress.
• Know the different types of electronic and physical protection systems in the security environment.
• Know how to minimise risk to personal safety at work.
• Understand drug-misuse legislation, issues and procedures relevant to the role of a security officer.
• Know how to conduct effective search procedures.
• Understand how to patrol designated areas safely.

Conflict Management Module

Unit 3: Application of Conflict Management in the Private Security Industry

• Understand the principles of conflict management appropriate to the role
• Understand how to recognise, assess and reduce risk in conflict situations
• Understand the use of problem-solving techniques when resolving conflict
• Be able to communicate to deescalate conflict

Training venues for security guard training

The security guard course would be held at our Birmingham venue which is Elite house, 70 Warwick street, B12 0NL Birmingham.

Frequently asked questions about the security guard training

Can i work in security without this training?

No depending on what you aim to do in the security industry you need to get a SIA license in the respective field. In order to get that licence, you are required to undergo training.

Can I work in retail super markets?

Most of the supermarkets are licensed premises, that is that they sell alcohol in retail. Thus in order to work, you would be required to have a door supervisor license rather than a security guarding license.

When can i apply for my license?

Once we tell you that you have qualified you can apply for your license.

Is the security guarding qualification easy?

The qualification is set at Level 2, meaning that it is an entry level examination.

What if my English is not good?

We will give you an English language assessment exam on the first day of your training, and let you know if you may be able to complete the qualification.