SIA SECURITY GUARD TOP UP

Security Guard top-up qualification is designed for learners who currently hold an SIA licence to work as a security officer. It is an upskilling course and from 1st October 2021, it has become a mandatory requirement. The course covers ways to recognise terrorism as well as minimising personal risk for security officers.

WHAT DOES THIS COURSE COVER?

This qualification consists of the following units:

1- Principles of Terror Threat Awareness in The Private Security Industry
2- Principles of Minimising Personal Risk for Security Officers in the Private Security Industry

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

1- Your reserved seat on the course
2- Pre course workbook and manual
3- Mock exams
4- Free re-sits*
5- Emergency First Aid

*Up to an additional 2 re-sits per module

DURATION AND ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

It is essential that security officers are able to communicate clearly and effectively. As an entry requirement for this course, all learners must have sufficient reading, writing, speaking and listening language skills.

It is an SIA requirement that each learner is sufficiently qualified in First Aid. This Top Up course includes the mandatory Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) qualification.

All learners must be aged 18 and over

If you already have a valid First Aid Certificate with a validity of a year or more, then there is also the option for you to complete your full Security Officer Top Up course from the comfort of your own home.2-