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SIA Level 2 Security Guard Top Up Course

Level 2 Award for Security Officers in the Private Security Industry (Top Up)

Provided by Training for Employment

Summary

Price
£85 inc VAT
Or £28.33/mo. for 3 months...
Study method
Classroom + online
Duration
2 hours · Part-time or full-time
Qualification
Highfield Level 2 Award for Security Officers in the Private Security Industry (Top Up)
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Certificates
  • Level 2 Award - Free
Additional info
  • Tutor is available to students
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Location

Address
89-91
Hatchett Street
Birmingham
West Midlands
B193NY
United Kingdom
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Overview

Any business conducting guarding activity to secure a building or site may need trained security staff qualified as security officers who hold an SIA licence.

From October 2021, security guards will need to complete top-up training before they renew their licence.

Therefore, this Highfield Level 2 Award for Security Officers in the Private Security Industry (Top Up) course is designed for delegates who currently hold a licence from the Security Industry Authority (SIA) to work as a security officer and need to be brought up to date with the new licence-linked qualification requirements.

Qualification

Highfield Level 2 Award for Security Officers in the Private Security Industry (Top Up)

Regulated by Ofqual
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Certificates

Level 2 Award

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Description

This Level 2 Award for Security Officers in the Private Security Industry (Top-Up) course is based on the relevant SIA specification for learning and qualifications and is supported by Skills for Security, the standards-setting body for the security industry and the SIA, who regulate the private security industry.

Topics include covered in this Level 2 Award for Door Supervisors in the Private Security Industry (Top-Up) course include:
• terror threats and the role of the security operative in the event of a threat;
• minimising risk to personal safety;
• actions to take in relation to global (or critical) incidents.

Who is this course for?

It is designed for learners who currently hold a licence from the Security Industry Authority (SIA) to work as a security officer and need to be brought up to date with the new licence-
linked qualification requirements.

Requirements

  • 18+ years
  • valid Emergency First Aid Certificate

Questions and answers

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asked:

Where should i take the classroom lessons or final exams please? Kindest regards

Answer:

Hi, Thank you for enquiring. Currently, all our courses take place in Birmingham, B19 3NY. Best regards, Training 4 Employment

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asked:

Is a written pdf format course? Kindest regards

Answer:

Hi, The Security Guard Top-Up is a blended delivery course. Part 1 is completing self-study before arriving at the course. Part 2: Multiple choice examination (classroom-based). If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to reach out.

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Gurdeep asked:

when does the course staet

Answer:

Hi, Please see the following dates for the Security Guard Top up course: • 9th of February • 12th of February • 23rd of February • 26th of February.

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Alan asked:

Does this course include money laundering as well

Answer:

Hi Alan, Not quite sure what you mean by that, could you kindly clarify?

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Dazza asked:

Hi do you guys do a first aid course aswell

Answer:

Hi Dazza, Thank you for your interest with our first aid courses, and yes, we do offer an Emergency First Aid course for learners who wish to earn a qualification to enrol with the SIA security courses, which all take place in Birmingham, New Town B19 3NY. Let us know if you would like the available dates and course fees.

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bernie asked:

I would need a valid Emergency First Aid Certificate to take the course?

Answer:

Yes, that's correct. You would need to have a valid Emergency First Aid certificate in order to enrol on the Top Up course.

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bernie asked:

The top course is 2 hours long? Does include online training?

Answer:

2 hours is the duration for classroom delivery. Delegates would have to complete online learning must be completed prior to the classroom session.

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david coton asked:

Are there any courses in coventry

Answer:

Hello we do not have any course in Coventry at the moment. Our offices are based in Birmingham Newtown at the moment.

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Denise asked:

Can this course be done online or do you have any course in Southampton

Answer:

Sorry, this is classroom-based course and unfortunately, we don't have any training centres in Southampton.

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Kris asked:

What date is this course please ?

Answer:

the next available date for this course is 21st January 2021

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Provider

Training for Employment

Training for Employment is the fastest growing training company in the UK, with centres in Birmingham and London.

We help people to get the knowledge and skills they need to get licensed and match them with security jobs in West Midlands. Our experienced trainers provide honest, real advice based on their own careers.

Whether it is door supervision, construction supervisor, first aider or drinks supplier, we know if you get excellent service you will want to work with us again.

That is why we devote so much of our time to communicating, keeping our candidates up to date with progress, discussing issues, conveying viewing feedback, offering advice, removing unnecessary administration and making training as problem-free as possible.

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This course is advertised on Reed.co.uk by the Course Provider, whose terms and conditions apply. Purchases are made directly from the Course Provider, and as such, content and materials are supplied by the Course Provider directly. Reed is acting as agent and not reseller in relation to this course. Reed's only responsibility is to facilitate your payment for the course. It is your responsibility to review and agree to the Course Provider's terms and conditions and satisfy yourself as to the suitability of the course you intend to purchase. Reed will not have any responsibility for the content of the course and/or associated materials.

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Study method describes the format in which the course will be delivered. At Reed Courses, courses are delivered in a number of ways, including online courses, where the course content can be accessed online remotely, and classroom courses, where courses are delivered in person at a classroom venue.

CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development. If you work in certain professions or for certain companies, your employer may require you to complete a number of CPD hours or points, per year. You can find a range of CPD courses on Reed Courses, many of which can be completed online.

A regulated qualification is delivered by a learning institution which is regulated by a government body. In England, the government body which regulates courses is Ofqual. Ofqual regulated qualifications sit on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF), which can help students understand how different qualifications in different fields compare to each other. The framework also helps students to understand what qualifications they need to progress towards a higher learning goal, such as a university degree or equivalent higher education award.

An endorsed course is a skills based course which has been checked over and approved by an independent awarding body. Endorsed courses are not regulated so do not result in a qualification - however, the student can usually purchase a certificate showing the awarding body's logo if they wish. Certain awarding bodies - such as Quality Licence Scheme and TQUK - have developed endorsement schemes as a way to help students select the best skills based courses for them.
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