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LEVEL 2 – FOUNDATIONAL SECURITY OPERATIVE

 

A Four-Week Residential Programme


The Level 2 programme provides a robust foundation for individuals entering the private security sector. Designed for static, corporate and low-risk environments, the course equips trainees with essential professional, legal and operational skills for frontline duties. Learners develop competencies in access control, patrolling, communication, conflict management and incident response.


 The programme also covers emerging threats such as terrorism, basic IED awareness and the safe handling of security equipment. All candidates complete accredited First Aid qualifications, including Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) and First Aid at Work (FAW), ensuring readiness for real-world operational demands.


 “Delivered by instructors with deep operational experience including weapons, counter-terrorism, C-IED, medical and leadership expertise from UK military and specialist Security units.” 


Curriculum Overview


The curriculum is divided into structured modules that build the knowledge, behaviour and practical skills expected of a competent Level 2 Security Operative.


Professional Security Foundations


• Working in the Private Security Industry
• SIA Door Supervisor (Knowledge-Based)
• Conflict Management for the Private Security Industry
• Customer Service and Communication
• Human Rights and Anti-Trafficking Awareness
• Criminal Law – Introduction and Legal Responsibilities
• Health & Safety in the Workplace
• Personal Health, Fitness and Professional Conduct


Operational Skills


• Access Control and Patrolling Procedures
• Incident Reporting and Use of Technology
• Counter-Terrorism and Situational Awareness
• Basic Fire Actions
• Person and Vehicle Search Techniques (Basic)
• Use of Hand-Held Search Equipment
• Equipment Care and Fault Finding
• Team Building and Workplace Cooperation


Threat Awareness & Response


• Terrorism Awareness and Early Indicators
• Counter-IED Awareness: Basic “Find” Drills
• 5Cs Coordination: Confirm, Clear, Cordon, Control, Communicate
• Aviation Law – Introduction to Drone Operation
• Use of Technology and Operational Checks


Safety, Control & Non-Lethal Skills


• Krav Maga – Foundation Techniques
• Non-Lethal Options: Baton (Basic)
• Non-Lethal Options: Incapacitant Spray (Basic)
• Basic Lawful Restraint and Handcuff Application
• Weapons Handling – Safe Handling & Making Safe
• Weapons Discipline – Introduction Only
• Arms Coat Discipline


Certification & Outcome


Graduates completing Level 2 achieve the following competencies and qualifications:


• Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)
• First Aid at Work (FAW)
• SIA-aligned knowledge units
• Basic Fire Awareness and Fire Actions
• Basic Lawful Restraint and Handcuff Application
• Non-Lethal Control Skills (Baton and Incapacitant Spray – Basic)
• Person and Vehicle Search Skills (Basic)
• Use of Hand-Held Search Equipment
• Threat Recognition and 5Cs IED Response
• Operational Communication and Incident Reporting
• Professional Standards, Conduct and Teamwork


Graduates are prepared for frontline security roles including:


• Static Guard
• Gatehouse / Access Control Officer
• Corporate / Facilities Security
• Retail Security Officer
• Event Security (Low-Risk)
• Patrol & Response (Basic Level)
• Security Reception Roles
• NGO / Aid Organisation Entry-Level Security Roles


Learners may enter training at Level 2, Level 3 or Level 4. Higher levels include all competencies, qualifications and curriculum content from previous levels, ensuring a progressive and comprehensive learning pathway.

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Level 3: Advanced Security Operative

  

A Six-Week Residential Programme


The Level 3 programme develops advanced professional, operational and tactical skills for security operatives working in higher-risk or more complex environments. This course builds directly on all competencies, qualifications and knowledge achieved at Level 2, strengthening leadership capability, decision-making under pressure and enhanced operational readiness.

Trainees receive expanded first aid training, intermediate use-of-force instruction, supervisory skills, advanced legal awareness and specialist modules including aviation procedures, drone operations, cultural deployment lectures and oil & gas sector emergency coordination. All Level 2 First Aid qualifications (EFAW and FAW) are included and refreshed, with additional medical capabilities introduced.


 “Delivered by instructors with deep operational experience including weapons, counter-terrorism, C-IED, medical and leadership expertise from UK military and specialist Security  units.” 


Curriculum Overview


The curriculum expands on all Level 2 competencies and introduces advanced-level knowledge, behaviour and practices expected of a Level 3 Security Operative.

Operational Administration & Control
• Gatehouse Administration
• Crowd and Public Control
• Disturbance Control
• Driving and Escort Duties
• Supervisor Lectures
• Operational Planning
• Move as a Formed Security Patrol Team
• Mass Evacuation Planning

Medical and First Aid Capability
• Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)
• First Aid at Work (FAW)
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Anaphylactic Shock Management
• Oxygen Therapy
• Mental Health First Aid (MHFA)
• Casualty Evacuation – Helicopter
• HLO (Helicopter Landing Operator)

Use of Force, Control & Tactical Skills
• Lawful Restraint and Handcuffs (Intermediate)
• Non-Lethal Training: Taser, Baton, Marking Spray
• Use of Force: Legal & Operational Protocols (including Lethal Force and Orders for Opening Fire)
• Arms Coat Discipline – Team Lead Management
• Krav Maga – Intermediate
• Range: Live Fire Safety
• Weapons Training (Basic) and Standardisation + Qualified for Licensing (where legally applicable)


Specialist Security Operations


• Counter Improvised Explosive Device (IED – Intermediate)
• Control of Major Accident Hazards Regulations
• Oil & Gas Emergency Coordination
• Industry-Specific Standards (e.g., Oil & Gas)
• Cultural Deployment Lectures
• Criminal Law Lectures
• Human Rights and Anti-Trafficking (Advanced Context)


Search, Navigation & Technology


• Person and Vehicle Searches – Advanced
• Radio Communication – Intermediate
• Map Reading and GPS Navigation
• Drone: Introduction and Capabilities
• Aviation Law: Drone Operation
• Use of Technology and Operational Checks


Teamwork, Fitness & Performance


• Krav Maga – Intermediate
• Sports and Physical Fitness
• Team Leadership and Role Allocation
• Cultural Understanding for Deployment


Certification & Outcome


Graduates completing Level 3 achieve all competencies and qualifications from Level 2, plus advanced operational and supervisory skills, including:
• Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)
• First Aid at Work (FAW)
• Advanced First Aid Skills (BLS, Oxygen Therapy, Anaphylaxis Management, MHFA)
• SIA-aligned knowledge units (Level 2 theory carried forward)
• Intermediate Lawful Restraint and Handcuffing
• Use of Non-Lethal Tools (Taser, Baton, Marking Spray – where legally permitted)
• Advanced Person/Vehicle Search Skills
• Radio Communication – Intermediate
• Counter-IED Awareness (Intermediate)
• Live Fire Safety (Range Safety)
• Basic Weapons Training and Standardisation
• Supervisor and Leadership Competencies
• Cultural and Legal Deployment Knowledge
• Operational Planning and Mass Evacuation Coordination
• Oil & Gas Emergency Preparedness
• Drone Operation and Aviation Law
• Professional Conduct, Leadership and Team Performance

Graduates are prepared for roles including:
• Advanced Security Operative
• Mobile Patrol Team Member
• Oil & Gas Security Officer
• Aviation/Airfield Security
• Event and Public Safety Supervisor
• Team Leader (Static or Mobile)
• High-Risk Corporate or Industrial Security
• NGO / Field Security (Medium-Risk Environments)
• Emergency Response Officer (Industrial Sites)
• Escort & Transport Security Operative


Learners may enter training at Level 2, Level 3 or Level 4. Higher levels include all competencies, qualifications and curriculum content from previous levels, ensuring a progressive and comprehensive learning pathway.


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Level 4: Elite Security Operative


  An Eight-Week Residential Programme


The Level 4 programme develops elite-level operatives capable of functioning in hostile, high-risk or high-stakes environments. This course builds on all competencies and qualifications gained at Levels 2 and 3, advancing trainees into specialised areas including Close Protection fundamentals, advanced weapons training, facility and residential security operations, and enhanced trauma care.


Learners undertake intensive skills development across tactical discipline, leadership, emergency medical management, patrol coordination and scenario-based high-threat response. The programme includes advanced aviation, search, communication and counter-terrorism modules delivered to a professional international standard.


 “Delivered by instructors with deep operational experience including weapons, counter-terrorism, C-IED, medical and leadership expertise from UK military and specialist Security units.” 


Curriculum Overview


The curriculum expands significantly on Levels 2 and 3 and introduces advanced skills, specialisms and tactical capabilities required of a Level 4 Elite Security Operative.


Advanced Medical and Trauma Care


• Advanced First Aid
• Paediatric First Aid
• Catastrophic Bleeding Control
• Trauma Assessment and Management
• Outdoor and Remote First Aid
• Mental Health and Stress Management


Close Protection and Protective Operations


• Close Protection Operations (Basic)
• Defensive Tactics
• Residential Security Team Operations
• Facilities Protection
• Event and Facility Clearance (Advanced Search)
• Mobile and Static Patrols – Actions On Drills


Fire, Emergency and Industrial Safety


• Fire Warden and Fire Marshal Training
• Control of Major Accident Hazards Regulations – Oil & Gas (Team Lead)
• Crime Scene Preservation
• Active Shooter Drills


Counter-Terrorism, Threat Mitigation and Intelligence


• International Terrorism Lectures (Local and International Speakers)
• Counter Improvised Explosive Device (IED – Advanced)
• Ground Disturbance and Criminal Indicators


Weapons, Tactics and Range Skills


• Arms Coat Discipline – Management Level
• Weapons and Ammunition Accountability
• Advanced Weapons Training – Rifle and Secondary
• Full Range Package and Standardisation
• Qualified for Licensing (where legally applicable)


Search, Navigation and Communications


• Event and Facility Clearance (Advanced Search)
• Radio Communication – Advanced
• Map Reading and GPS Navigation
• Use of Technology and Operational Checks

Physical Skills and Self-Defence
• Self-Defence – Krav Maga
• Physical Conditioning and Tactical Movement


Certification & Outcome


Graduates completing Level 4 achieve all competencies and qualifications from Levels 2 and 3, along with advanced professional and tactical skills, including:


• Advanced First Aid and Trauma Care
• Paediatric First Aid
• Remote/Outdoor First Aid
• Catastrophic Bleeding Management
• Close Protection Operations (Basic)
• Advanced Defensive Tactics
• Residential Security Team Operations
• Fire Warden and Fire Marshal Certification
• Advanced Search and Event/Facility Clearance
• Counter-IED (Advanced)
• Crime Scene Preservation
• Active Shooter Response Drills
• Advanced Communications and Radio Protocols
• Advanced Navigation and GPS
• Arms Coat Discipline – Management
• Weapons and Ammunition Accountability
• Advanced Weapons Training (Rifle + Secondary)
• Full Range Safety and Standardisation
• Qualified for Licensing (where legally applicable)
• High-level operational planning and leadership skills

Graduates are prepared for roles including:
• Elite Security Operative
• High-Risk Mobile or Static Team Member
• Close Protection Team Support (Basic CP Level)
• Residential Security Team Operator
• Oil & Gas Security Team Leader
• Industrial and Critical Infrastructure Security
• NGO/INGO Field Security (High-Risk Deployment)
• Threat Response and Emergency Coordination
• Weapons Safety and Range Operations
• Advanced Patrol and Tactical Support Roles


Learners may enter training at Level 2, Level 3 or Level 4. Higher levels include all competencies, qualifications and curriculum content from previous levels, ensuring a progressive and comprehensive learning pathway.

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