Security Officer Licence
Overview
Security Officer Course
What is the Security Officer Licence
Holders of the Security Guard Licence are eligible to take on a number of jobs in the private security sector.
The Security Industry Authority (SIA) issuing the licence, which has a three-year expiration date. One can operate in retail, shopping centres, business buildings, warehouses and more with the SIA Door Supervisor Licence. Protecting private property and ensuring public safety are among the main duties.
Do I need a Door Supervisor Licence
If you are conducting the licensable activities of a Security Guard, such as protecting private property or members of the public, then by law you require an SIA Licence. In certain circumstances, however, your employer may have been given an exemption under Section 4(4) of the Private Security Industry Act 2001.
The Security Guard Licence allows you to work in a variety of roles and venues. This includes
What Can I Do with a a Door Supervisor Licence?
Corporate
Retail
Warehouse
Legal Requirement
An SIA licence is legally required if you are performing security guard duties such as guarding individuals or private property
Licensing Integration
Each SIA licence allows you to work in particular roles. Some SIA licences allows you to carry out the actives of another SIA licence, without having to acquire a separate licence.
| Security Guard | Door Supervisor | |
Office |  | |
Retail | | |
Warehouse | | |
 Bars |  | |
 Licenced events | | |
 Nightclubs | | |
| Duration | 6 days | 4 days |
| Training Costs | From £250+ | From £200+ |
| Typical salary | £18+ | £9.50+ |
Future Proof?
Maximise your appeal to employers with the Door Supervision licence.
Door supervisors earn average of 20% more
Requirements
You must be 18 years old, legally able to work in the UK, and have completed the Security Guard Course in order to qualify for a SIA Security Guard Licence. Additionally, the SIA will run identity and criminal history checks on you.
Training
You must complete formal training and pass the test in order to submit an application for the Door Supervisor Licence with the SIA.
The following 4 units are included in the 6-day Door Supervisor training course:
Unit 1 – Working in the private security industry
Unit 2 – Working as a security guard
Unit 3 – Conflict Management
Security Guard Assessment
Four multiple-choice tests and a practical exam are used to evaluate the course. These will be held on the last day of the course and will assess your understanding of the material covered.
How to Apply for a Security Guard Licence
Book your course
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Pass your course
four days are required to finish the Security Guard Course. A practical evaluation and four multiple-choice tests are used to evaluate the training course.
Complete SIA application form
Starting a licence application will cost you £190. Within 25 working days, the SIA will respond to your inquiry. Rarely, this could take up to six weeks.
Submit photo ID
To fulfil some requirements of your SIA application, particularly your photo ID, you must prove your identity. The Post Office is where you may accomplish this the simplest method. The back of your photo ID can also be signed by a non-relative who holds a British passport.
Submit application
Receive your new licence in the post
Finally, you have a licence! Your three-year SIA Door Supervisor Licence is valid.
Cost of an SIA Licence
The SIA Door Supervisor Licence has a £190 fee and a three-year expiration date. The fee is not refundable and goes toward processing your application. Please visit the Official SIA Website for more details.
Renewing your Security Guard Licence
Renewing your licence before or after 1st October 2021?
Before you can renew your licence, you must pass the “Up-Skilling for Security Guards” award if you need the additional refresher training. Our training providers that deliver the license-linked door monitoring qualification have this course accessible.
Finally, four months before to the license’s expiration, you can begin the renewal process. Only after your current licence has expired will the new one start. The application fee is £190, which is non-refundable.