The Door Supervisor Training Course is for anyone who wants to work legally as a Door Supervisor or a Security Guard in the UK.
With severe shortages in the industry, now’s a perfect time to get your SIA Licence and work in the security industry.
This 6-day course contains the knowledge and skills you need to pass your exam and apply for your SIA Licence. That licence is your ticket to working in the growing security industry, where your skills will be in constant demand.
Some of the roles you could find yourself working in include:
- Door Supervisor for nightclubs, bars and restaurants
- Event Security
- CorporateSecurity Officer
- Retail Security
- Loss Prevention Officer
- And more!
Door Supervisor Training vs Security Guard Training
We’re often asked what the difference is between a Door Supervisor Licence and a Security Guard Licence. Luckily, the difference is easy to remember.
A Door Supervisor Licence allows you to work as a Door Supervisor and a Security Guard, while a Security Guard Licence only allows you to work in a Manned Guarding role.
Most employers prefer a Door Supervisor Licence over a Security Guard Licence.
What will I learn on the course?
The course runs over six consecutive days, and it’s divided into four units and covers everything from the legal aspects of security to the latest physical intervention techniques.
Unit 1: Working in the Private Security Industry
- Private Security Industry: The Legal Aspects
- Health and Safety for Private Security Operatives
- Fire Safety Awareness
- Emergency Procedures
- Communication Skills and Customer Care
Unit 2: Working as a Door Supervisor
- Behavioral Standards
- Civil and Criminal Law
- Searching
- Arrest
- Drugs Awareness
- Recording Incidents and Crime Scene Preservation
- Licensing Law
- Emergency Procedures
Unit 3: Conflict Management for The Private Security Industry
- Avoiding Conflict and Reducing Personal Risk
- Defusing Conflicts
- Resolving and Learning from Conflicts
- Application of Communication Skills and Conflict Management for Door Supervisors
Unit 4: Physical Intervention Skills for The Private Security Industry
- Introduction to Physical Intervention Skills
- Need-to-Know Legislation
How to get your Door Supervisor Licence
Getting your SIA Door Supervisor Licence is relatively easy! All you need to do is follow the simple steps:
- Pass the Door Supervisor Course
- Complete the licence application on the SIA’s website
- Receive your 3-year licence in the post
FAQs
Q. What are the benefits of taking this course?
This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to obtain the SIA Licence and work in frontline security roles.
Q. How can I book the Door Supervisor course?
It’s easy. You can book the course online or call our friendly customer service line on 02085072177
Q. When will I receive my Door Supervisor exam result?
Results are usually available within 5-9 working days, or 5 working days with our Faster Results service. You will be notified by email and SMS when your results are available.
Q. When will I receive my Door Supervisor certificate?
Certificates are available via email within a week of completing the course. You may request a posted certificate.
Q. I want to work as a Security Guard, but is this course right for me?
You can work as a Security Guard with a Door Supervisor Licence. In fact, the Door Supervisor Licence is one of the most versatile licences in the security industry. It’s important to remember that if you instead take the Security Guard Course, for example, you can’t apply for a Door Supervisor badge.
This makes the Door Supervisor Course more valuable when applying for jobs, and will make you more eligible for more work much faster.