Free Level 2 Door Supervisors in the Private Security Industry Course in Halesowen. Classes run at Pilot Ims Halesowen. This is the qualification you need to apply for an SIA Door Supervisor licence, which is a legal requirement to work as a door supervisor in the UK. The course runs full-time over 6 days. Before you register, you'll need to be aged 18 or over, hold a valid First Aid or Emergency First Aid certificate, and have suitable English skills. Literacy and numeracy assessments take place before registration.
Who this course is for
The objective of this qualification is to support a role in the workplace. It is designed for learners wishing to apply for a licence from the Security Industry Authority (SIA) to work as a door supervisor and is based on the relevant SIA specification for learning and qualifications.
Entry requirements
To register for this qualification, learners must be aged 18 and over.
Learners will need to show that they hold a current and valid First Aid or Emergency First Aid certificate that meets the requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981.
Learners must have suitable English skills.
Literacy and numeracy assessments will be undertaken prior to registration.
What you will learn
You'll learn the legal powers and responsibilities of a door supervisor.
You'll learn 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 learn how to recognise and respond to terrorism threats.
You'll learn how to handle incidents, including first aid situations, at licensed premises.
You'll learn the licensing laws that apply to venues where door supervisors work.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at Pilot Ims Halesowen over 6 full-time days. Assessment is based on the SIA specification for learning and qualifications. This includes written assessments and practical elements covering conflict management and physical intervention. Literacy and numeracy assessments are completed before the course begins.
What you will need to bring
You must bring a current and valid First Aid or Emergency First Aid certificate that meets the requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981. Pilot Ims Halesowen will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Door supervisor: work the door at clubs, bars, and venues with an SIA licence.
Security officer: protect premises, staff, and the public in a range of settings.
Retail security guard: prevent theft and manage incidents in shops and retail parks.
Event security staff: manage crowd safety and access control at concerts and events.
Hotel security officer: maintain safety and order in hotel and hospitality environments.
What you could study next
SIA Door Supervisor Licence: once you hold the Level 2 Award for Door Supervisors in the Private Security Industry, you can apply to the Security Industry Authority for your licence. The licence is what allows you to work legally as a door supervisor.
Level 2 Award for CCTV Operators (Public Space Surveillance): broadens your security options into surveillance and monitoring roles.
Level 3 Award in Door Supervision: some employers and roles value higher-level security training for supervisory positions.
