CRICOS CODE: 0101574
This qualification 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:
Occupational titles could include:
It provides a pathway to further learning and work in various security roles and settings including, but not limited to:
Security officers may work alone or work in a team environment under general supervision, operating with limited autonomy and judgement to complete routine but variable tasks, with some accountability and responsibility for their own outputs, work and learning.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Occupational licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply at the time of publication. Please refer to the CPP Companion Volume Implementation Guide for information.
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Training Pathway
After achieving this qualification, Applicants may undertake Certificate III or higher-level qualifications within CPP Training Package.
Employment Pathway
Students who complete this course can expect to work under one or more of the following occupational titles:
Employment Opportunities
Career opportunities may include:
It provides a pathway to further learning and work in various security roles and settings including, but not limited to:
Please refer to the following source for Pathway and employment outcomes and Job Pathways Charts illustrating potential career pathways within that industry.
Qualification Package Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements are for this course.
SITS College Admission requirements:
Qualification Package Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for this course.
SITS College has its own following admission requirement
Pre-training Review:
SITS College is responsible for obtaining enrolment details in full (as outlined on the Enrolment Application Form) and to ensure that information pertaining to individual learning requirements is provided to participants prior to enrolment. A Pre-Training Review will be done during the application process in accordance with the applicant’s provided information. This review relates to each learner’s previous education, training and work experience. This review is conducted to determine if there is a need to recognise existing competencies through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and / or Credit for prior studies. Recognition of Prior Learning or Credit Transfer approval will shorten the length of the course. Please refer to Pre-Training Review Policy and Procedure.
Language, Literacy and Numeracy Test (LLN Test):
Applicants will need to undertake LLN test and demonstrate the required ACSF level for this qualification to gain entry into this qualification. It will be conducted at the same time as the pre-training review.
If the applicant cannot complete the LLN test satisfactorily, they will be provided with support, (within the scope of SITS College). If the support required for the applicant does not fall within the scope of SITS College, the applicant will be asked to take further Language, literacy and numeracy training e.g. English Language Intensive Course for Overseas Learners (ELICOS) programs with some other institute at additional cost. SITS College will not charge any referral fees.
SITS College Admission requirements
Unit Code | Unit Name |
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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 |