SIA Top-Up Refresher Training for Security Guards in Wales

SIA Top-Up Refresher Training in Wales for Security Guards

Is your SIA Security Guard licence due for renewal in Wales? This one-day Top-Up Refresher course meets the latest 2025 SIA requirements and is delivered locally in Wales, helping you stay compliant without the hassle of long-distance travel.

During the course, you’ll refresh essential skills such as identifying vulnerable individuals, managing emergency situations, and applying updated search procedures — all of which are critical for Security Guards working in settings like industrial estates, business parks, and transport facilities. The training ensures you stay current with regulatory changes and professional standards.

Our Wales venue is easily reachable from areas such as Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Pontypridd. With expert-led delivery, fast certification, and convenient local access, keeping your licence valid has never been easier.

Why Book With Us?

• ✓ Accessible venues across Wales are ideal for learners from Cardiff, Swansea, Wrexham, and Newport
• ✓ Delivered by experienced instructors with real-world SIA and security backgrounds
• ✓ Fully meets the 2025 SIA Top-Up licence renewal criteria, including First Aid
• ✓ Straightforward one-day course — stay compliant without taking extra time off work
• ✓ High pass rates with revision tools and step-by-step support from start to finish
• ✓ Flexible training dates across North, South, East and West Wales — book when it suits you
• ✓ Designed for professionals in manned guarding, shopping centres, and mobile patrols
• ✓ Consistently rated highly by security staff across major towns in Wales

Where Will the Security Guard Refresher Course Take Place in Wales?

The SIA Top-Up Refresher for Security Guards in Wales is delivered at a well-equipped training venue in the heart of South Wales. The location is ideal for professionals commuting from areas like Treforest, Neath, or Cwmbran. Easily accessible by road and public transport, the venue offers a convenient solution for those working in retail parks, warehouses, or commercial estates.

• Approximately 10 minutes’ walk from key stations, including Queen Street and Cathays.
• Close to Park Place and Greyfriars Road, with several local and regional bus services
• Road access via A4161 and A470, with nearby parking options
• Shops, lunch spots, and local amenities are within a short walking distance

How to Reach the Training Venue

Whether you're based in the local area or travelling in from neighbouring towns, getting to the venue is simple:

🚆 By Train:
Arrive at Cardiff Queen Street or Cathays stations and walk approximately 10 minutes via Park Place or Churchill Way. Both stations are well connected to the Valley Line and surrounding towns.

🚌 By Bus:
Regular services, including the 8, 17, and 86, stop within walking distance of the venue, with routes extending to Neath, Treforest, and Llantwit Fardre.

🚗 By Car:
Drivers can use nearby city centre routes such as the A4161 and A470. Parking is available at Greyfriars Car Park or Dumfries Place. Check local signage for pricing and stay durations.

Areas Near Wales That Our Learners Travel From

Our Wales-based SIA Security Guard Top-Up Refresher is ideal for learners across the region seeking a central, accessible training venue. Whether you're based near the valleys, the coastline, or further inland, our city centre location is easily accessible by train, bus, or car.

Where Our Learners Commonly Travel From:

North of Wales 

• Merthyr Tydfil – Approx. 50 mins by train, direct via the Merthyr Line
• Abercynon – Roughly 40 mins by car, the A470 links directly to the venue
• Mountain Ash – About 45 mins by train/car with multiple commuter links

South of Wales

• Barry – Around 35 mins by train or car, frequent coastal service
• Penarth – 30–40 mins travel time, ideal for daily commuters
• Rhoose – Approx. 45 mins by car/rail, close to Cardiff Airport

East of Wales

• Cwmbran – 40 mins by train or car, excellent regional access
• Abergavenny – Just under 1 hr by train, with direct links available
• Monmouth – 1 hr 10 mins by car, with regular coach connections

West of Wales

• Neath – Approx. 50 mins via M4 or South Wales rail line
• Port Talbot – Around 55 mins by train, fast regional routes
• Bridgend – Just 40 mins by train, strong local commuter links

🕒 Note: All travel times are estimated and may vary depending on public transport schedules or road traffic conditions.

What’s Included in the SIA Top-Up Training

This intensive one-day course helps licensed Security Guards in Wales stay legally compliant while enhancing their readiness for the modern demands of the industry. With updated SIA modules introduced in April 2025, this training ensures you're fully equipped for real-world scenarios.

• Search and Screening Techniques
  Understand how to conduct lawful and respectful searches and what to do when encountering prohibited or suspicious items.
• Public Safety and Vulnerability Awareness
  Learn how to identify and protect individuals who may be at risk of harm in public environments.
• Dealing with Emergencies and Modern Threats
  Update your knowledge of counter-terror protocols and response techniques using tools such as Run, Hide, Tell, and ACT awareness.

Security Guard Opportunities in Wales

Renewing your licence through this Top-Up Refresher course helps you continue working in a wide range of security settings throughout Wales. Our learners often go on to work in roles such as:

• Static guarding and night patrol roles in business parks around Treforest and Wrexham Industrial Estate
• Retail security across popular outlets such as Eagles Meadow Shopping Centre in Wrexham or Morfa Shopping Park in Swansea
• Community security and concierge positions in civic buildings, healthcare centres, and student accommodation
• Security services for tourism locations like Llandudno Pier or Portmeirion during seasonal events

Whether you're continuing in your current post or exploring new sectors, this course ensures you're legally eligible and practically prepared.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is tailored for those who already hold an SIA Security Guard licence and are ready to renew it. You should take this course if you:

• Have a Security Guard licence that’s expiring within the next 4 months
• Previously held an SIA licence that expired less than 3 years ago
• Are returning to the industry after a short break and want to stay up to date

⚠️ If your licence expired more than 3 years ago, the SIA requires you to retake the full Security Guard qualifications before applying.

SIA Top-Up Refresher Near You in Wales (Security Guard)

This in-person course is delivered at accessible locations across Wales, helping you renew your licence without disrupting your routine. Whether you're based in Bangor, Merthyr Tydfil, or Pontypridd, you’ll find convenient options available.

With expert trainers, clear guidance, and efficient scheduling, you’ll complete your refresher confidently and quickly get back to work.