Who Is the SIA Top-Up Refresher for Door Supervisor Training in Chester Meant For?
If you’re based in or around Chester and need to complete your Door Supervisor Top-Up Refresher Training, this course offers a straightforward way to meet the updated licence renewal requirements introduced by the SIA in April 2025. You’ll learn essential new content including spiking awareness and refreshed physical intervention techniques.
Courses are delivered at a central Chester venue, easily accessible from nearby areas such as Hoole, Saltney, and Upton.
ℹ️ Need More Info About Licence Renewal?
For a full breakdown of the Top-Up Refresher course requirements, assessments, and SIA licence renewal process, check out our SIA Door Supervisor Top-Up Refresher Course page or scroll down to the FAQs below.
Where Is the Course Held in Chester?
Your Top-Up Door Supervisor Refresher Training in Chester is conducted in the city centre, offering excellent transport links and local amenities.
- Located within a 10-minute walk of Chester Railway Station
- Close to key locations like Grosvenor Park and Foregate Street
- Served by multiple local bus routes and nearby park-and-ride options
- Surrounded by cafés, supermarkets, and takeaway choices for break times
Getting to Your Door Supervisor Top-Up Refresher Training Venue in Chester
The Chester venue is easily accessible by public transport or car, making it ideal for learners from both the city and its surrounding areas.
🚆 By Train:
Arrive at Chester Railway Station and walk along City Road or Queen’s Road — the venue is around 10 minutes on foot. Direct trains are available from Wrexham, Liverpool, Crewe, and Ellesmere Port.
🚌 By Bus:
Local and regional bus services stop throughout Chester city centre. Routes from Blacon, Saltney, Hoole, and Upton offer regular service with stops just minutes from the training location.
🚗 By Car:
Nearby paid parking options include Delamere Street, Pepper Street, and Frodsham Street car parks. Park-and-ride services are also available from the outskirts of Chester.
Popular Areas We Serve Near Chester
The SIA Top-Up Refresher Training in Chester attracts learners from the wider Cheshire and North Wales region, thanks to strong travel connections and a city centre location.
North of Chester
- Blacon – approx. 10 mins via A548 / Regular bus service
- Ellesmere Port – approx. 20 mins via A41 / Direct train options
- Birkenhead – approx. 35 mins via M53 / Merseyrail access
South of Chester
- Saltney – approx. 10 mins via A5104 / Frequent local buses
- Rossett – approx. 20 mins via A483 / Convenient road access
- Wrexham – approx. 30 mins via A483 / Fast rail links
East of Chester
- Hoole – approx. 5 mins / Within walking distance
- Tarvin – approx. 15 mins via A51 / Accessible by bus or car
- Northwich – approx. 35 mins via A51 / Good road links
West of Chester / North Wales Border
- Deeside – approx. 20 mins via A548 / Bus and road routes available
- Flint – approx. 25 mins via A548 / Direct train to Chester
- Buckley – approx. 25 mins via A549 / Road and rail access
🛈 Travel times are estimates and may vary depending on traffic and transport schedules.
Topics Covered in This Course
This two-day course includes all the most recent modules introduced by the SIA in April 2025. It’s designed to ensure you meet current licence renewal standards and stay legally qualified to work as a Door Supervisor.
- Effective Search Techniques
Understand how to carry out safe, legal searches of individuals and their belongings in line with SIA protocols.
- Protecting Vulnerable Individuals
Learn to spot signs of vulnerability and take appropriate action to protect at-risk members of the public.
- Counter-Terrorism Awareness
Improve your awareness of current terror threats and learn your responsibilities in the event of a security incident.
- Spiking Awareness
Gain the skills to detect, prevent, and respond to drink spiking incidents — now a mandatory part of the refreshed syllabus.
- Physical Intervention Skills (Refresher)
Revisit essential physical intervention techniques to manage conflict safely and within legal limits.
Security Jobs in Chester
Completing your SIA Top-Up Refresher Training in Chester ensures you remain qualified for a wide range of licensed security roles in the city and nearby areas.
Many learners continue or return to roles such as:
- Retail security at busy shopping locations like Grosvenor Shopping Centre and Greyhound Retail Park
- Event and crowd management at venues such as Chester Racecourse and Storyhouse Theatre
- Door supervision roles at popular pubs, bars, and clubs in the Foregate Street and Watergate Street areas
- Corporate and reception security in office parks around Chester Business Park and Herons Way
Who Should Take This Course? 👮♂️
- Licensed Door Supervisors needing to renew their SIA badge before it expires or within 3 years of expiry
- Badge holders in or around Chester seeking a local and accessible refresher option
Why Book the SIA Top-Up Refresher Course in Chester With Us?
- ✓ Fully accredited course that meets current SIA Top-Up licence renewal standards
- ✓ Delivered at a centrally located Chester venue with excellent transport connections
- ✓ Led by experienced trainers from a trusted SIA-approved provider
- ✓ Multiple dates available each month — choose a session that fits your schedule
- ✓ Quick certification turnaround so you can renew your badge without delays
- ✓ Recommended by learners from Chester, Ellesmere Port, Wrexham, and beyond
SIA Top-Up Refresher Door Supervisor Course Near You in Chester
Looking for a Top-Up Refresher course near you? Our SIA Door Supervisor Top-Up Refresher Training in Chester is ideal for anyone in the city or surrounding areas who wants a convenient way to meet SIA renewal requirements.
This recognised course is held in Chester and helps you stay certified, without needing to travel far from home or work.
👀 Looking for a different SIA course in Chester?
View our full list of SIA security courses in Chester — including Door Supervisor, CCTV, and Emergency First Aid.
