Free Level 2 Door Supervisors in the Private Security Industry Course in Huntingdon. Classes run at Cambridgeshire Skills at The Maple Centre, part-time during the day, and complete in around one month. If you want to work legally as a door supervisor in the UK, you need an SIA Door Supervisor licence. This door supervisors in the private security industry qualification is built directly on the Security Industry Authority's own specifications, covering the knowledge and skills the SIA requires for licence applications. You'll need a good understanding of maths and English to join.
Who this course is for
This 7 day, Level 2 Award for Working as a Door Supervisor within the Private Security Industry is aimed at learners who want to apply for a licence from the Security Industry Authority (SIA) to work legally as a door supervisor. Based on the SIA’s own specifications and updated to meet the latest requirements.
Entry requirements
Good understanding of Maths and English.
What you will learn
You'll learn the legal powers and responsibilities of a door supervisor.
You'll understand how to manage conflict and use physical intervention safely and lawfully.
You'll learn how to search people and premises in line with legal requirements.
You'll understand first aid procedures relevant to door supervisor work.
You'll learn how to recognise and respond to terrorism threats and suspicious behaviour.
You'll understand licensing law and how it applies to licensed premises.
You'll learn how to write accurate incident reports and maintain records.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at The Maple Centre over seven days. The course includes written assessments and practical scenario-based exercises that test your knowledge and physical skills. Assessment is set against the SIA's own specifications and covers both theory and practical elements. You'll need to pass all assessments to complete the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Cambridgeshire Skills at The Maple Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Door supervisor. Work the doors at venues, clubs, and events.
Security officer. Static guarding at commercial or retail sites.
Retail security guard. Loss prevention in shops and shopping centres.
Event security staff. Crowd management at concerts and large events.
Venue security. Nightclub and licensed premises door work.
What you could study next
SIA Door Supervisor Licence. The licence you apply for after passing this qualification. Required to work legally as a door supervisor in the UK.
Level 3 Award in Door Supervision. Develops supervisory and team leadership skills for senior security roles.
Level 2 Award for CCTV Operators. Adds a second SIA licence category, broadening the security roles open to you.
