SIA Security Training Pathway

The Highfield Level 2 Award for Door Supervisors in the Private Security Industry is awarded by Highfield Qualifications and sits on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). The RQF is a Qualification Framework regulated by Ofqual and CCEA Regulation. The qualification is also regulated by Qualifications Wales.

This qualification is supported by the Security Industry Authority (SIA), which regulates the private security industry.

Assessment Method:

• Multiple-choice examinations and practical demonstrations
• Guided learning hours (GLH): 52
• Minimum contact time (MCT): 42*
• Total qualification time (TQT): 61

* The SIA stipulates a minimum number of contact hours and a minimum number of training days. 42 hours applies as minimum contact time only where self-study can be evidenced. No self-study means a minimum of 52 hours. See Guidance on Delivery for details.

Qualification Overview & Objective:

The objective of this qualification is to support a role in the workplace. It is designed for learners wishing to apply for a licence from the Security Industry Authority (SIA) to work as a door supervisor and is based on the relevant SIA specification for learning and qualifications.

Entry Requirements:

• Unemployed and looking for work
• Physically fit
• No criminal record
• Over 18
• UK registered address
• Passport & birth certificate
• Right to work in the UK
• A resident of the borough of Croydon
• Good level of English (minimum ESOL Level 1, B2 or Functional Skills Level 1)
• Have not done an SIA course with Central & Whitgift previously.

PLEASE NOTE: There will be some required pre-learning to be done which will be sent to you if you successfully obtain a place on the course.