Free Level 2 SIA Course in Sheffield. Classes run at The Sheffield College Hillsborough Campus, part-time during the day. The course takes around 4 weeks to complete. It prepares you to work as a door supervisor in the private security industry. You'll cover the knowledge and skills required to apply for an SIA door supervisor licence. Without an SIA licence, you cannot legally work as a door supervisor in the UK, and this qualification is a required step toward getting one.
Who this course is for
The Sheffield College is a thriving further education college situated in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. We have 4 main campuses across the city, including our City Campus, Hillsborough Campus, Olive Grove Campus and Peaks Campus. We offer a wide range of Apprenticeships, vocational courses, A Levels, professional courses and university level courses. Please go to our website www.sheffcol.ac.uk for full details.
Entry requirements
Please check our website for the most up-to-date entry requirement for this course.
What you will learn
You'll learn the legal powers and responsibilities of a door supervisor
You'll understand how to manage conflict and de-escalate difficult situations
You'll study first aid relevant to the security industry
You'll learn how to search people and premises lawfully
You'll understand licensing law and how it applies to venues
You'll learn how to write accurate incident reports
You'll understand physical intervention principles and the law around use of force
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Hillsborough Campus. Assessment includes written tests and practical assessments covering conflict management, physical intervention, and first aid. You must pass all required units to meet the criteria for the SIA door supervisor licence application.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Sheffield College Hillsborough Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Door supervisor, working at venues, events, and licensed premises
Security officer, protecting commercial or retail sites
Retail security guard, preventing theft in shops and stores
Event security staff, managing crowd safety at concerts and festivals
Hotel security officer, ensuring guest and staff safety
Hospital security officer, supporting safe environments in NHS settings
What you could study next
SIA Door Supervisor Licence. Once you hold this qualification, you can apply to the Security Industry Authority for your licence, which you need to work legally as a door supervisor.
Level 3 Award in Door Supervision. A higher-level qualification for those looking to move into supervisory or management roles within the security sector.
Level 2 Award in CCTV Operations. Broadens your security skill set and opens roles in surveillance and control room work.
