Course Overview
This course is ideal for those seeking legal employment as a Door Supervisor or Security Guard in the UK. In just 6 days, the comprehensive course equips you with the necessary knowledge and skills to pass an exam and obtain your SIA Licence, opening doors to a thriving security industry.
Whether you're a fresh entrant or an experienced professional seeking a career change, the SIA Door Supervisor Training course is highly recommended. The course provides the essential foundation for individuals aspiring to venture into the private security industry.
A door supervisor plays a vital role in ensuring safety and security at licensed premises, including bars, clubs, and events, by maintaining a vigilant presence and upholding strict standards.
The SIA Door Supervisor Training Course caters to a wide range of individuals having a keen interest in pursuing a legal career as a Door Supervisor or Security Guard within the United Kingdom. It is an ideal choice for both newcomers who are just entering the industry and seasoned professionals who are seeking to enhance their skills and progress further in the private security sector.
Roles you can get after completing this training course
- Door Supervisor for nightclubs, bars and restaurants
- Corporate Security Officer
- Event Security
- Mobile Patrol Officer
- Hotel Security
- Venue Security
- Loss Prevention Officer
- Retail Security
- and more!
To pursue a career as a Door Supervisor, you must successfully complete the Level 2 award for working as a Door Supervisor in the Private Security Industry course. Once completed, you can apply for a front-line licence from the Security Industry Authority (SIA) to legally work as a Door Supervisor in the private security sector.
The SIA Door Supervisor Training Course typically spans a duration of 6 days, providing participants with the necessary knowledge and skills to fulfil the requirements of the course.
Registration Information requirements:
1. Two passport-size photographs
2. One Proof of ID
3. Two proof of addresses
English language entry requirements: Learners should, as a minimum, have language skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening equivalent to the following: A B2 Level qualification on the Home Office’s list of recognized English tests and qualifications.
First Aid Entry requirements: From 01 April 2021, learners Taking Their Door Supervision, /Security officer Training including top-ups will need to show that they hold a current and valid First Aid or Emergency First Aid Certificate that must meet the requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981. Learners must present or complete their First Aid or Emergency First Aid certificate before training and the certificate must be valid for at least 12 months from the course start date.
Entry requirements ACT: Learners must complete Both ACT Awareness e-Learning and Action Counters Terrorism (ACT) Security e-learning for security professionals. Before coming on any of our SIA link qualifications. These can be accessed via:
ACT e-learning courses can be accessed via https://www.protectuk.police.uk/catalogue?page=1
RPL can be used in place of the learning (not assessment) of some of the units if the learner completes the ACT e-Learning awareness and ACT for Security and provides the certificate for both, and also completes and submits the workbook assignment for(PWPSI)
Our self-study includes:
- Workbooks that the learner must work through and complete
- Learning materials that the learner can use to cover specified areas of content
Learning Outcomes for Unit 1 Principles of working in the Private Security Industry that must be completed via self-study -
LO1: Know the main characteristics and purposes of the Private Security Industry (2 hours)
LO2: Understand legislation as it applies to a security operative (2 hours)
LO4: Understand the importance of safe working practices (2 hours)
LO5: Understand fire procedures in the workplace (1 hour)
LO9: Terror Threat Awareness (ACT Awareness and ACT Security only) (2 hours)
LO11: Understand good practice for post-incident management (1 hour)
Learners will be supported if they have any questions or need a recap on the topic after completing the self-study.
Obtaining your SIA Door Supervisor Licence is a straightforward process. Simply follow these three simple steps:
- Successfully complete the Door Supervisor Course.
- Fill out the licence application on the SIA's website.
- Await the arrival of your 3-year licence via mail.
What is the difference between Door Supervisor Training and Security Guard Training?
A Door Supervisor Licence enables individuals to work as both Door Supervisors and Security Guards, whereas a Security Guard Licence only permits them to work in a Manned Guarding role. It’s worth noting that many employers tend to favour candidates with a Door Supervisor Licence over those with a Security Guard Licence.
Door Supervisor Training and Security Guard Training are essential courses within the private security industry. Still, they differ regarding the roles they prepare individuals for and the specific skills and knowledge emphasised. Door Supervisor Training equips individuals to work as door supervisors in licensed premises such as bars, nightclubs, and restaurants. It emphasises skills related to crowd management, conflict resolution, physical intervention, and upholding security in these specific environments. The training covers topics such as legal responsibilities, licensing laws, customer service, and emergency procedures specific to the role of a door supervisor.
On the other hand, Security Guard Training prepares individuals to work as security guards in various settings, including offices, retail stores, construction sites, and public spaces. The training covers various security-related topics applicable to various security roles and environments. It emphasises skills such as access control, patrol techniques, report writing, emergency response, and basic first aid. Security Guard Training focuses on general security principles, observation skills, incident prevention, and response protocols that are applicable across different sectors within the private security industry.
Guided Learning Hours:
Many of our courses are regulated by our awarding bodies and they have set the guided learning hours that candidates must achieve prior to sitting the assessment, either theory or practical and some cases both. Securematics Training will not cut courses short, as failure to attend the full guided learning hours may result in loosing your qualification and or having your SIA licence suspended.
External Quality Assurance:
From time to time there may be a delay in issuing candidate certificates, we understand that this delay may cause a delay in the SIA licence application, however the delay maybe due to having an annual External Quality Assurance visit or even an on the spot inspection, this is done by the awarding body to ensure that the training provider is following the policies and procedures of the awarding body, thus ensuring that the candidate is receiving the best possible services.
Please note:
If you are attending one of our Security Industry Authority (SIA) courses, the fees for the course do not include the SIA Licence fee, however Securematics Training will help you register with the SIA for your licence application.
