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Free Level 2 SIA Door Supervisor Course in Mansfield

CostFREE
Duration3 weeks
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyHighfield Awarding Body awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 SIA Course in Mansfield. Classes run at West Notts College Old Town Hall Adult Learning Centre, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. The course runs over three consecutive weeks, part-time. You'll need to be aged 19 or over, resident in the UK for the last three years, and meet the income or benefits eligibility criteria. Before you start, you'll attend a short 'Thinking of working in security?' session, which includes a brief interview to check your suitability. Topics cover emergency first aid at work, customer service, personal development, and the role of a door supervisor. The course prepares you to apply for an SIA door supervisor licence.

Who this course is for

Are you ready to start a career in security? Designed to give adults aged 19+ the chance to build up sector-specific skills, this FREE* three-week course is a great way to fast-track into a new career.

Entry requirements

Be aged 19 or over (on 31 August 2025) Been a resident in the UK for the last 3 years Be unemployed and in receipt of qualifying benefits OR employed but earning less than £25,750 per year (proof required) Working at a minimum of a Level 1 in English and Maths No criminal convictions Haven’t previously gained an SIA licence Completion of the ‘Thinking of working in security?’ session.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to respond to emergencies and apply first aid at work.
  • You'll develop customer service skills for working in venues and events.
  • You'll understand the legal responsibilities of a door supervisor.
  • You'll build personal development skills relevant to security work.
  • You'll gain the knowledge needed to apply for an SIA door supervisor licence.

How you will learn

You'll study in small classroom-based groups with a tutor. Classes run Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, over three consecutive weeks. Learning is delivered face to face at the centre. Assessment includes the elements required to meet the Highfield Award standard. You must complete all course elements to be eligible for the funded SIA licence application.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. West Notts College Old Town Hall Adult Learning Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need to bring proof of income or benefits to confirm your eligibility for the funded place.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Door supervisor: work at venues, events, and licensed premises with your SIA licence.
  • Security officer: static guarding roles in retail, offices, or public spaces.
  • Event security steward: manage crowd safety at concerts and sporting events.
  • Retail security guard: loss prevention and customer safety in shops.
  • Hospital security officer: support safe environments in NHS or private healthcare settings.

What you could study next

Once you hold your SIA door supervisor licence, you could work toward the Level 3 Award for CCTV Operators (Public Space Surveillance) if you want to move into surveillance roles. The Level 3 Certificate in Security Management is an option if you're aiming for a supervisory or management position in the security industry. Some employers also support staff through first aid qualifications at higher levels.

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