SIA Security Top-Up Training

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Security Industry Association (SIA) Top-Up Training has been a legal requirement for all practising security personnel since 1 October 2021. This practical course will equip you with the latest knowledge to recognise and manage the risks and challenges of current-day security provisions.

Course content includes post-pandemic security management and circumventing potential acts of terrorism.

The SIA Security Top-Up licence will cost £139 (plus VAT) and is a face-to-face 2-day course. Choose your preferred dates and venues on application.

SIA Security Top-Up Training

Course overview

The SIA Top-Up Training is an interactive course covering first aid techniques and guidance in handling counterterrorism, emergencies and security-risk incidents. 

Security focussed content introduces the knowledge and skills required to identify, avoid or manage everyday risks, safety measures and interventions. Exercises will demonstrate how to manage workplace environments and public-facing situations effectively and confidently and minimise personal risk.

  • Self-study at your own pace
  • Accredited training
  • Enhance skillset
  • Improve confidence
  • Boost employability

A key outcome for all participants is to be confident in protecting the public and improving the standards of security personnel practice.

Who is the course for?

This course is for existing security personnel aged 16+, including door supervisors and security guards, needing to renew their SIA licence on or after 1 October 2021. The additional top-up requirements last for three years.

Course Eligibility

A good command of the English language is required. All participants must hold the Level 3 Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and Action Counters Terrorism (ACT) qualifications before enrolling.

CPS can organise the appropriate training as a combined learning package if you do not have these qualifications.

Ways to study

The SIA Security Top-Up training is delivered as a face-to-face course. Choose preferred dates and venues on application.

Duration

The face-to-face course will last for approximately 2 days.

How long is the course valid?

Following completion of the course, your new licence will be valid for three years.

At the end of the three years, you will be required to sit the course again if you choose to continue working in the same role. 

How is it assesed?

The SIA Security Top-Up licence is evaluated by three exams and a practical physical intervention assessment.

Training Outcome

At the end of the course, learners will have a comprehensive understanding of the following:

  • Health & Safety law
  • Avoiding and managing common security risks
  • Counterterrorism safety measures and intervention
  • Performing safely in your job role and asking for advice
  • How your role fits into the security of the workplace.
  • Participants who successfully pass the SIA Top Up Training will be eligible to renew their three-year SIA licence.

New skills will improve employability and industry career opportunities, potentially enhancing salary grades and boosting positive mental wellbeing.

The SIA Security Top-Up licence will cost £139 (plus VAT) and is a face-to-face 2-day course. Choose your preferred dates and venues on application.

Why Study with Get Skilled?

Get Skilled offer accredited flexible security and health and safety training to improve career development. Qualified instructors and interactive learning resources improve workplace skillset, employability and individual self-regard.