SIA Security Guard Training Course

It's a four-day Security Guard Training Course for individuals seeking an SIA Security Guard Licence to pursue a career as a Security Guard in retail, office blocks, construction sites, and events.

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SIA Security Guard Training Course

The Security Guard Training Course is for you if you’re interested in pursuing a career in the private security industry, specifically focused on the security guarding role.

Designed to comply with the Security Industry Authority (SIA) standards, this course is suitable for those who wish to work as a security guard in shops, offices, construction sites, and more.

Our Security Guard Training Course provides you with all the skills and information needed to apply for an SIA licence and serve as a security officer in just four days.

Which Jobs Can I Get with an SIA Security Guard Licence?

Manned Guarding
Patrol Officer
Key-Holder
Site Security Guard
Retail Security Officer
Building Reception
Store Detective
and more

If you want to learn more about SIA security jobs, read our blog, A Comprehensive Guide to Top SIA Security Jobs

Earnings after Becoming a Security Guard

On average, the salary of a security guard in the UK is £2,500 per month when working full-time. However, it depends on several factors: experience, qualifications, location, and the specific employer.

If you want to earn more in a security guard role, you must flourish in Essential Security Guard Skills.

Qualifications to Become a Security Guard

Completing an SIA Security Guard Course is mandatory to become a security guard within the private security sector.

Pro Tip: If you get a Door Supervisor Licence, it offers better value for money than a Security Guard Licence in most cases. With a Door Supervisor Licence, you can work in a wide variety of security jobs than with a Security Guard Licence.

If you're seeking funding for Free SIA training, read our blog, How to Get Free SIA Training Courses.

How Much Time is Required to Complete This Course?

The SIA Security Guard Training Course takes 4 days to complete.

SIA Security Guard Course Assessments

During the Security Guard Training Course, you will be evaluated through a practical assessment and a multiple-choice-questions (MCQ) test.

You can take free SIA Licence Training Mock Exams 2023 to prepare for your assessment.

Cost of a SIA Security Guard Licence

The cost of an SIA Security Guard Licence is £184.

However, if you apply for more than one SIA licence, you will get a 50% discount. In that case, you will need to pay £184 for the first SIA licence and £92 for any additional licences within the same application.

Remember, this is the licence application fee only. Besides this, you need to pay for the SIA Security Guard Training Course and DBS criminal record check fee.

Learn more through our blog post, An In-depth Look Into The SIA Badge Cost.

Requirements for SIA Security Guard Licence

18 years old
Right to work in the UK
A valid first aid qualification
Pass the Security Guard Course
Details of your addresses for the last 5 years
Pass criminal records check
Pay the £184 application fee

To learn about requirements and other details, read our blog post, An Essential Guide to SIA Licences: From Eligibility to Approval.

How to Get Your Security Guard Licence

Below are the steps to get an SIA Security Guard Licence.

First, complete Hurak’s 4-day Security Guard Training Course, which is assessed by multiple choice and practical assessments.
Complete the SIA licence application on the SIA website. Pay the £184 licence application fee.
Complete identity checks.
Wait for the SIA to complete identity and criminal background checks.
Receive your 3-year licence in the post.

If you want to check the validity and status of your current SIA licence, you must use the SIA Licence Checker. To learn more about it, read our blog, A Comprehensive Guide to the SIA Licence Checker.

Note: If you have a Security Guard Licence, you cannot work in licensed premises that serve alcohol. To get more job opportunities, you can get a Door Supervisor Licence.

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Course content

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Unit 1: Working in the Private Security Industry

In this unit, you will learn:

Regulations related to security personnel
Arrest procedures that apply to security personnel; Significance of safe operating procedures
Workplace fire safety protocols
Significance of emergency procedures and emergencies
Effective communication techniques
Record-keeping requirements for the security operative's position
Potential terrorist threats and the duty of a security officer in case of a threat
Post-incident management techniques

Unit 2: Working as a Security Officer

In this unit, you will learn:

Duties of security personnel
Entrance and egress are controlled
Types of physical and electronic protection measures used in the security environment
Reduce workplace risks to personal safety
Efficient search techniques
Safely patrol assigned areas
Public space surveillance

Unit 3: Conflict Management for the Private Security Industry

In this unit, you will learn:

Dispute resolution guidelines that are appropriate for the position
Minimise risk in conflict scenarios
Resolve disputes by using problem-solving methods or physical intervention
Communication skills to defuse a situation

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It was intensive and great

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The course is interacting and active, the course instructor/tutor is commendable

Fred Pulisic

Hurak Learning

Tue July 30 2024

I booked my training through Hurak but I got my SIA training at Read Training. The trainers were awesome and I did got the required treatment and training as I was told. Their service was good and I would love to do my CCTV training with them in the future.

Harry Dunne

Thu June 27 2024

Abdiaziz was really well spoken and clear, made the training much easier for me

Stefano Manzo

Abdiaziz was a good teacher and I have learned a lot things

SIA Security Guard Training Course

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SIA Security Guard Training Course

Which Jobs Can I Get with an SIA Security Guard Licence?

Earnings after Becoming a Security Guard

Qualifications to Become a Security Guard

How Much Time is Required to Complete This Course?

SIA Security Guard Course Assessments

Cost of a SIA Security Guard Licence

Requirements for SIA Security Guard Licence

How to Get Your Security Guard Licence

What are the Other SIA Licences to Consider?

Relevant Courses

Hear from our past customers

Understand the primary attributes and aims of the private security industry.

Course content

Unit 1: Working in the Private Security Industry

Unit 2: Working as a Security Officer

Unit 3: Conflict Management for the Private Security Industry

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