Level 2 Door Supervisors in the Private Security Industry (Top Up) Course at Pilot Ims Halesowen

CostThis course is available on a commercial basis and the cost covers registration, assessment, exams, study materials and certification. Contact course provider for details.
Duration2 days
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime

About this course

Free Level 2 Door Supervisors in the Private Security Industry (Top Up) Course in Halesowen. Classes run at Pilot Ims Halesowen over two full days. This course is for door supervisors who already hold a current SIA licence and need to meet the updated licence-linked qualification requirements. You must be 18 or over, hold a valid First Aid or Emergency First Aid certificate, and have Functional Skills Level 1 in English or the equivalent. The Highfield Level 2 Award for Door Supervisors in the Private Security Industry (Top Up) with certificate.

Who this course is for

This course is designed for learners who currently hold a licence from the Security Industry Authority (SIA) to work as a door supervisor and need to be brought up to date with the new licence-linked qualifications requirements.

Entry requirements

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. I

Learners should have Functional Skills Level 1 in English as a minimum or the equivalent.

What you will learn

  • You'll update your knowledge of the legal powers and responsibilities of a door supervisor.
  • You'll learn the current SIA licence-linked requirements and how they apply to your role.
  • You'll cover conflict management techniques in line with updated standards.
  • You'll review physical intervention principles as required by current licensing rules.
  • You'll understand your duties around searching, drug awareness, and crime scene preservation.
  • You'll refresh your knowledge of health, safety, and welfare responsibilities on the door.

How you will learn

The course is classroom based and runs full-time over two days. You'll learn through tutor-led sessions, group discussion, and scenario-based activities. Assessment is through written questions and practical exercises that test your knowledge and understanding of the updated SIA licence-linked requirements. You must pass the assessment to receive the Highfield Level 2 Award.

What you will need to bring

You must bring your current and valid SIA door supervisor licence and your First Aid or Emergency First Aid certificate. Pilot Ims Halesowen will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Door supervisor: work licensed venues, nightclubs, and events.
  • Security officer: static or mobile guarding roles across retail and commercial sites.
  • Event security steward: crowd management at concerts, sports events, and festivals.
  • Retail security officer: loss prevention in shops and shopping centres.
  • Close protection operative: with further training and an SIA close protection licence.

What you could study next

  • SIA Close Protection Licence (Level 3): if you want to move into personal protection work, this is the qualification and licence required.
  • Level 2 Award for CCTV Operators: adds a second SIA licence to your profile, broadening the security roles open to you.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training: if you want to move into training and pass your security knowledge on to others.