SIA Security Guard Licence
This five-day SIA security guard course is necessary for individuals who wish to work as security guards/officers in UK’s private security industry. Security guards keep both the public and premises safe while preventing any theft. Moreover, as a security guard, you can work at security companies, banks, museums, hospitals, office buildings, clubs, stores, and other licensed venues.
Features
Fee: 250
Free Resits
Emergency First Aid Included
Available Slots
3-9 Mar, 2025
Minimum Age Requirement
Potential Earning
Per Annum £20,000 - 40,000
Potential Roles
You can work at Shops, Offices, and Other Licensed Premises
Potential Benefits
Static Guarding, Manned Guarding, Key-holding
Course Description
This five-day SIA security guard course is necessary for individuals who wish to work as security guards/officers in UK’s private security industry. Security guards keep both the public and premises safe while preventing any theft. Moreover, as a security guard, you can work at security companies, banks, museums, hospitals, office buildings, clubs, stores, and other licensed venues.
Course Modules
Learn more about the private security industry of the United Kingdom, including relevant legislation, arrest procedures, fire safety procedures, other effective operating SOPs.
Learn about Security Systems and the required relevant legislation for working as a security guard and the use of patrolling, access control, searching, and emergency systems.
Learn about Conflict Management and the techniques of improving your communication skills, customer care, social skills, and the importance of acknowledging equality and diversity. Moreover, this unit also covers alarms, electronic article surveillance, and effective conflict management working as a retail security officer.
Assesment
3 x Multiple Choice Assessment
Result Availibility
Available within 8-12 Days
Minimum Age Requirement
Course Potential
Potential Earning
Per Annum £20,000 - 40,000
Potential Benefits
You can work at Shops, Offices, and Other Licensed Premises
Potential Roles
Static Guarding, Manned Guarding, Key-holding
Before You Apply For SIA Security Guard Course
What is the Security Guard Licence?
The SIA Security Guard License authorises individuals to participate in the private security industry as security guards. Obtaining your SIA Security Guard licence with us is a simple and hassle-free process. With this licence, you acquire the capability to work in diverse environments, including shops, malls, and office buildings. Your core duties involve ensuring the safety of the public and protecting personal property to mitigate the risks of theft, damage, or destruction.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for an SIA Security Guard License, you must be at least 18 years old, possess the right to work in the UK, and complete the Security Guard Training Course. Notably, the licence, issued by the Security Industry Authority (SIA), remains valid for three years.
How to apply for the SIA Security Guard Licence?
Obtaining your SIA Security Guard License is a straightforward process that involves several key steps:
- Pass the Security Guard Course
- Complete the licence application on the SIA website
- Fulfill identity checks
- Apply and await the completion of identity and criminal background checks
- Receive your 3-year licence by mail
Cost of the SIA Security Guard Licence
The SIA security guarding licence is priced at £190.
Multiple Licence Discount:
If you apply for multiple licences, a generous 50% discount is applicable.
Breakdown of Costs:
- Cost of a single SIA licence: £190
- Additional licence cost: £90
Issuance Timeline:
The Security Industry Authority provides you with a 3-year badge within a standard timeframe of 25 days. However, it’s important to note that in certain cases, the process may extend up to 6 weeks.
SIA Security Guard Job Roles
You can apply for various security SIA job roles after completing your security guarding training. A security guard can fulfil his duties at security companies, banks, hospitals, retail stores, and shopping centres, etc. As a security guard you will be working in the following sectors:
- Manned Guarding
- Mobile Patrols
- Keyholding
- Retail security
- Front of house staff
Furthermore, there are many career progression options in the following positions:
- Security Supervisor
- Security Manager
- Chief Security Officer
- Security Consultant
- One can start their own security company
SIA Security Guard Course Alternatives
SIA security guarding course is one of the best SIA security courses to work in the UK’s private security sector. But you may want to consider doing other training courses to look for other career opportunities.
SIA Licence Renewal
According to the SIA, the renewal of your SIA Security Guard Licence is required every 3 years.
- Mandatory Security Guard Top-Up Training:
When applying for the renewal of your SIA licence, it is essential to undergo security guard top-up training. This involves completing a security guard upskilling course, and fortunately, we offer this course at our training centre. Feel free to reach out to us for more details.
- Renewal Application Timing:
It is advisable to initiate the renewal process by applying for a new licence approximately 4 months before the expiration date of your current SIA licence. Despite this, the issuance of your new badge will occur once the previous one expires.
- Renewal Cost:
The cost of renewing the SIA licence is £190, mirroring the cost of obtaining a new licence.
Why Choose Us?
Free first aid certification
Having a first aid certification is mandatory for getting an SIA Licence and we provide it for FREE with all our security training courses.
Comprehensive Courses
Our course modules offer you essential knowledge required for working in the private security as well as train you on how to apply that knowledge.
Free Resits
We provide free resits to our customers in order to facilitate their successful induction into the private security industry of the United Kingdom.
Expert trainers
Being an SIA recognised security training provider, we ensure no compromises on the quality and efficiency of our training.
See More of Our Courses
Looking for a different SIA course? We offer a wide range of SIA security training courses for our clients.
SIA Door Supervisor
Become a door supervisor by completing a 7-Day SIA Door Supervisor Course. You can work at security companies, hotels, pubs, clubs, and other licensed venues.
Top-Up / Upskilling Door Supervisor
Complete this 3-Day Door Supervisor Upskilling Course before renewing your SIA Door Supervisor Licence. We offer free resits and first aid training with all of our courses.
SIA CCTV Operator
Become a CCTV operator by completing a 4-Day SIA CCTV Operator Course. You can work in CCTV surveillance for almost any company after getting your licence.
