Level 2 BTEC Award for Working as a CCTV Operator (Public Space Surveillance) within the Private Security Industry Course in Bristol. Classes run at Ashley Down Centre, part-time over one week during the day. This course meets the Security Industry Authority (SIA) training and licensing requirements for CCTV operators working in public space surveillance. You'll build the skills and knowledge to operate CCTV systems efficiently and help maintain workplace security. On completion, you can apply for an SIA licence to work legally as a CCTV operator. You must be 18 years old or over and hold Level 1 English to enrol.
Who this course is for
The Level 2 Award in CCTV Operations (Public Space Surveillance) qualification has been developed to meet the training and licensing requirements of the Security Industry Authority (SIA).It will give CCTV operators the skills and knowledge to operate CCTV efficiently and effectively, so helping maintain the security of a workplace. On successful completion of the course, those operators who need a licence to work can apply for a SIA licence, which will enable them to work legally.
Entry requirements
Candidates must be 18 years old or over and have Level 1 in English. Please note that all candidates will be required to complete a paper basedEnglish assessment during the first day of the course and demonstrate Level 1 or above.
What you will learn
You'll learn how to operate CCTV equipment in public space surveillance settings.
You'll understand the legal and ethical responsibilities of a CCTV operator.
You'll learn how to monitor and respond to incidents captured on CCTV.
You'll understand data protection and privacy legislation as it applies to CCTV.
You'll learn how to produce accurate CCTV incident logs and records.
You'll understand how to work within the requirements of the private security industry.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom at Ashley Down Centre over one week of daytime sessions. You'll be assessed through written assignments and practical assessments that test your knowledge of CCTV operations, relevant legislation, and incident response. The English assessment on day one is paper-based and confirms you meet the Level 1 English entry requirement.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Ashley Down Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
CCTV operator: monitor public spaces using the SIA CCTV licence this course unlocks.
Security control room operator: manage CCTV and access systems from a central hub.
Retail security officer: combine CCTV monitoring with in-store security duties.
Local authority CCTV operator: work in council-run public space surveillance centres.
Transport security operative: monitor CCTV on public transport networks.
Event security operative: use CCTV skills at large venues and public events.
What you could study next
SIA Door Supervisor Licence (Level 2): adds physical intervention and door supervision to your security skill set, opening more roles in the industry.
Level 3 Award in Security Management: moves you toward supervisory and management roles in private security.
Level 2 Award in CCTV Operations (Networked Systems): some providers offer specialist training covering IP-based and networked CCTV systems, building on your public space surveillance knowledge.
