About the course

To pursue a career in the security industry, obtaining an SIA licence is essential. This course will guide you through four key qualifications that will prepare you for a successful career in security.

Qualifications Included:

Level 1 Extended Certificate in Employability Skills: This qualification focuses on developing personal and social skills, tailored to meet the specific requirements of the security industry. Key units include:

• Effective communication in the workplace
• Individual rights and responsibilities in society
• Positive attitudes and behaviors at work
• Career progression

The course uses a project-based approach, where you'll work as part of a team on two projects:

• Project A: Searching for a job
• Project B: Setting up a security company (including Level 1 Award in Drug & Alcohol Awareness)

Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work: This qualification is mandatory for all SIA licensed security staff from April 2021. It covers critical first aid skills such as:

• The role and responsibilities of a first aider
• Assessing an incident
• Performing CPR and providing aid for choking, external bleeding, and shock

Level 2 Award in Door Supervision: This nationally recognised qualification, required to work in the security industry, prepares you for the SIA exams. It includes both theoretical and practical training in areas like Physical Intervention, ensuring you're ready for employment as a Door Supervisor or in the Manned Guarding sector.

All courses are taught by experienced tutors with backgrounds in the security industry. Upon successful completion, Harlow College will fund your SIA licence.

Entry requirements

No formal qualifications are needed however, learners will be required to complete initial assessments in English and maths, with a minimum of Level 1 required in the English assessment.

Learners must be unemployed and in receipt of benefit or earning under £25,000 per annum.

Must have a National Insurance number.

Must have been a UK resident for the last 3 years or proof of right to education.

How much does it cost?

Free if you are unemployed and receiving benefit or earning under £25,000 per annum.

Who is it suitable for?

Anyone who aspires to work within the private security industry.

Where will this course take me?

• Door Supervisor
• Retail Security Officer
• Event Security Officer

Core modules

Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Extended Certificate in Employability Skills (603/4220/1)                                                                                                             

Skills for Effective Participants (A/504/6249)

Setting and Meeting Work-related targets (D/617/4137)

Health and Safety in the Workplace (A/617/4095)

Searching for a Job (T/617/4130)

Interview Skills (L/617/4098)

Applying for a Job (A/617/4047)

Time Management (A/617/4145)

Career Planning (K/617/4061)

Numeracy Skills for Work (R/617/4149)

Communication skills for work (A/617/4081)

Working with Colleagues (H/617/4155)

Gateway Level 1 Award in Progression (600/8914/3)           

Drug awareness (F/506/0587)

Alcohol awareness (L/504/8281)

Highfield Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work (RQF) (610/0759/6)

Principles of working in the private security industry J/617/9686

Principles of working as a door supervisor in the private security industry L/617/9687

Application of conflict management in the private security industry R/617/9688

Application of physical intervention skills in the private security industry Y/617/9689

How will I be assessed?

Assessed through activities in class and continuous feedback given. Evidenced through completion of project workbooks, written assignment and practical observation.