SIA Refresher Training for Security Officer

Ensure safe and legal working practices as a security officer
Security officers often work in challenging or isolated environments. It is essential that they receive the correct training to carry out their duties effectively while ensuring the safety of themselves and the public. Learners must also meet the legal training requirements set by the Security Industry Authority (SIA).

About the Qualification
The Level 2 Award for Security Officers in the Private Security Industry (Refresher) has been developed for learners who currently hold an SIA licence to work as a security officer and need to be brought up to date with the new licence-linked qualification requirements.

Course Duration
Learners are required to undertake approximately 9 hours of learning, which includes guided self-study. The SIA mandates a minimum of 3 hours of contact time (0.5 days) if self-study is undertaken.

Key Topics Include:
- Principles of terror threat awareness
- How to conduct effective search procedures
- Understanding how to keep vulnerable people safeEntry Requirements
Learners must meet the following requirements to enrol on this qualification:

• Age Requirement:
Learners must be 18 years or older.

• English Language:
Learners must have a good level of English (speaking, listening, reading and writing).
This will be confirmed through an initial assessment before the course begins.

Identification – Acceptable Forms of ID:
Learners must provide:
One Group A ID (e.g., Passport, UK Driving Licence, Biometric Residence Permit), OR
Two Group B IDs (e.g., Bank Card, Utility Bill, Birth Certificate, Council Tax Letter).
All ID must be original, valid and in-date.
(These ID requirements follow SIA and Awarding Body guidelines.)

Proof of Address:
A recent proof of address (within the last 3 months) may be required depending on the course.

Additional Requirements (Course-Specific):
Some SIA courses (such as Door Supervisor, Door Supervisor Refresher) may require:
Completion of a First Aid qualification (EFAW or equivalent), valid within the last 12 months.

This will be checked at enrolment.