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CPP20218 Certificate II in Security Operations

Course Overview

One of the most sought-after Security courses in Brisbane, the Certificate II in Security Operations reflects the role of a security officer, responsible for maintaining safety and security by patrolling, protecting or guarding property while unarmed, and screening entry, monitoring behaviour and removing persons from premises.

This qualification is intended to align with the following occupational licencing outcomes:

  • Security Officer – Unarmed Guard
  • Security Officer – Crowd Controller

Occupational titles could include:

  • Security Officer
  • Unarmed Guard
  • Crowd Controller

Security Officers work alone or provide leadership in team environments, operate under limited supervision and use judgement and discretion in unpredictable work contexts with some accountability and responsibility for their own outputs, work and learning.

SITS College Certificate II in Security Operations course provides you with wide-ranging opportunities. From working in a traditional security officer role to working at sporting events, a career in security is a challenging yet rewarding. You should know that no two days are the same in this profession.

The course provides you with exposure and teaches you how to deal with tricky situations. It builds your technical skills and gives you opportunities to work on your softer skills. The course genuinely helps you develop your career.

Are you ready to work towards a fulfilling career in security domain? Get studying and unlock your potential today. Our course Certificate II in Security Operations can help you shape your career in this industry.

Career Outcome

Certificate II in Security Operations course at SITS College gives you a perfect starting point. It opens different professional avenues for you. For students who are confused and are still mapping out their career trajectory in this field, the certificate course enables them to obtain a security guard license to start working as a security officer (unarmed) or a crowd controller.

Licensing/Regulatory Information

To be eligible for a licence, you must:

  • Be 18 years or older
  • Not pose a risk to public safety
  • You are not eligible for a licence if you have been convicted of a disqualifying offence in the past 10 years, where a conviction was recorded.
  • You must also tell Office of Fair Trading if you have been found guilty of a disqualifying offence in the past 5 years, where a conviction was not recorded (this is known as an ‘unrecorded finding of guilt’).

The department may ask you for further information so they can assess if you are a suitable person to hold a licence.

For detailed information on Security Licence QLD – please check with Office Fair Trading Application for a security provider licence

Training Pathway

After achieving this qualification, Applicants may undertake Certificate III or higher-level qualifications within CPP Training Package.

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2025-2028 Career Start (General Training) is managed by the Department of Trade, Employment and Training (DTET).

Click here to get more information about Career Start Program.

Career Start Eligibility for General Training Pathways

To access a subsidised training place under Career Start, a student must meet the following criteria:

  • aged 15 years or older;
  • not be a school student;
  • permanently reside in Queensland;
  • be an Australian citizen, or Australian permanent resident (includes humanitarian entrant), or a temporary resident with the right visa and work permits on the pathway to permanent residency, or a New Zealand citizen;
  • not already have a certificate III or higher qualification completed within the last 10 years (qualifications completed as a school student and foundation skills qualifications do not count);
  • not be enrolled in another qualification, even if it is on hold or deferred, whether funded by DTET or not (foundation skills qualifications do not count).

Additional Requirements

Students must not be enrolled if they identify for an automatic disqualification from applying for the respective security (manpower) licence - see further details on the Queensland Government website.

Co-Contribution Fee

NON – CONCESSIONAL STUDENTS
$ 4.00 per unit
$ 56.00 Total
CONCESSIONAL STUDENTS
$ 2.00 per unit
$ 28.00 Total

This fee can be paid by an employer, a family member, a friend, or another organisation, but it cannot be paid or waived. The fee amount represents the total cost to the student, including any enrolment charges (e.g. ID card fees), tuition, services and materials fees, and all other mandatory costs related to delivering training, assessment, and awarding the Qualification. This also includes costs such as criminal history checks, where required for Vocational placement or employment in certain occupations.

Entry Requirements:

Must hold a current Security Officers licensing in the relevant jurisdiction.

To be eligible for a licence, you must:

  • Be 18 years or older;
  • Not pose a risk to public safety;
  • You are not eligible for a licence if you have been convicted of a  disqualifying offence in the past 10 years, where a conviction was recorded.
  • You must also tell Office of Fair Trading if you have been found guilty of a disqualifying offence in the past 5 years, where a conviction was not recorded (this is known as an ‘unrecorded finding of guilt’). The department may ask you for further information so they can assess if you are a suitable person to hold a licence.

For detailed information on Security Licence QLD –  Office Fair Trading

Application for a security provider licence

Please contact Admin Staff for more information at 1300 GO SITS (1300 467 487).


Course Fee

COURSE FULL FEES
$1500.00

Total number of units: 14

14 Core Units 0 Elective Units
Unit Code Unit Name
CPPSEC2101 Apply effective communication skills to maintain security
CPPSEC2102 Apply legal and procedural requirements to work effectively within a security team
CPPSEC2103 Apply WHS, emergency response and evacuation procedures to maintain security
CPPSEC2104 Apply risk assessment to select and carry out response to security risk situations
CPPSEC2105 Provide quality services to a range of security clients
CPPSEC2106 Protect self and others using basic defensive techniques
CPPSEC2107 Patrol premises to monitor property and maintain security
CPPSEC2108 Screen people, personal effects and items to maintain security
CPPSEC2109 Monitor and control access and exit of persons and vehicles from premises
CPPSEC2110 Monitor and control individual and crowd behaviour to maintain security
CPPSEC2111 Apply security procedures to manage intoxicated persons
CPPSEC2112 Apply security procedures to remove persons from premises
CPPSEC2113 Escort and protect persons and valuables
HLTAID011 Provide first aid
  • Duration : 3 Weeks
  • Delivery Mode/s: Face to Face
  • Delivery Location/s:
    Brisbane
    Cairns
    Gold Coast
    Ipswich
    Sunshine Coast
    Logan - Beaudesert
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