Security Officer (Guarding) Training Course
The Security Officer licence does not allow work in licensed venues or event security so if you are looking for greater flexibility and wider job opportunities, you may wish to consider our Door Supervisor course instead.
You must pass a basic level English assessment before you attend this course. You will need to be at least 18 years old, have proof of ID and proof of address.
Documents Required for Registration
- 1x Proof of ID: e.g. Passport, Driving Licence, UK Birth Certificate
- 2x Proof of Address (issued within the last 3 months): e.g. Bank Statements, Utility Bills, Official Letters, Mortgage Statements, P60/P45, Council Tax Statements, etc.
- 2x Passport-sized Photos in Colour
In order to submit your documents to us easily using our online form, click on the button below.
Alternatively, you can send via email at trainings@nepbridge.co.uk
What's included in the course?
(Practical assessment of each learner will be visually recorded, approximately 15 minutes per learner)
It is mandatory for all applicants applying for a security licence to have a valid Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. The qualification must be valid for at least one year.
Principles of working in the private security industry
- Demonstrate the accurate completion of an evidential statement
- Assessment MCQ: 72 questions
- Assessment time: 1 hour 50 minutes (110 mins)
- Pass mark: 70%
- Externally set and internally assessed activity based on the completion of an evidential statement Pass mark : 100% pass marks
Principles of working as a security officer in the private security industry
- Demonstrate how to search people, and their property
- Demonstrate effective use of communication devices
- Assessment MCQ: 60 questions
- Assessment time: 1 hour 30 minutes (90 mins)
- Pass mark: 70%
- Practical assessment and observation of using communication devices: 100% pass marks
Application of conflict management in the private security industry
- Recognise verbal and non-verbal communication techniques
- Explain how to deal with communication barriers in conflict situations
- Identify different behaviour types
- Demonstrate approaches to take when addressing unacceptable behaviour
- Demonstrate ways to de-escalate conflict situations
- Demonstrate working with colleagues to de-escalate conflict situations
- Assessment MCQ: 20 questions
- Assessment time: 30 minutes
- Pass mark: 70%
Door Supervisor Security Training Course
A Qualified Door Supervisor can legally work in a wider variety of roles than a Security Officer. Although the course seems 2 days longer, this opens a wider range of employment opportunity for candidates. A Door Supervisor can work for all the sectors that a Security Officer might be limited to, as the Door Supervisors have an extra physical intervention technique training added on to their course, which helps them to monitor and control the physical disturbances act, that highly occurs in alcohol-serving areas such as bars, pubs, events and festival.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is your next Security Guard/Officer course?
All our upcoming training dates are up on our website and are regularly updated. Please follow this link to view our course dates: Upcoming Training Courses
Alternatively, you can also find our upcoming dates on our Facebook and Instagram pages.
How can I apply for this training course?
You can apply online through our registration page (Register Here). Alternatively, you can call our Aldershot branch at 01252 36 46 91, or our Ashford Branch at 012332 25 8 25 to book a seat.
How can I pay for this course?
You will receive an invoice via email once you have been registered onto our system. You will be able to pay directly using your credit/debit card.
When will I receive my results?
Your results and electronic copies of your certificates will be sent to you via email within 7-14 working days after your exams.
Will I receive physical copies of my Security Officer and Emergency First-Aid at Work Certifications?
No. Once we receive your results, we will send you your E-certificates via email. You will not need your certificates to apply for a SIA licence as your details will be automatically passed on to the SIA once you have passed.
What do I do if I fail my course?
You will have the option to retake exams for the failed module/s at a later date at one of our offices.
Do I get any help from Nepbridge Services while applying for my SIA licence?
We are happy to assist you with your SIA licence application. Simply contact us and one of our experienced team members will guide you through the process for a small administration fee.