The SIA Security Officer (Guarding) 4 Day Course is the essential qualification required to work as a Security Guard in the UK.

This training is fully approved by the Security Industry Authority (SIA) and provides the knowledge and practical skills needed to gain your SIA Security Guard licence.

Duration

• Length: 4 days

• Hours: Minimum 28 guided learning hours
  

Qualification

• Award: Level 2 Award for Security Officers in the Private Security Industry

• Requirement: Mandatory to apply for an SIA Security Guard licence
  

Assessment

• Multiple-choice written examinations

• Practical assessments
  

Age & Entry Requirements

• Learners must be 18 or over

• Must have sufficient English language skills to complete the course and assessments
  

What You Will Learn

• Roles & Responsibilities of a Security Officer

• Patrolling, Access Control & Searching Procedures

• Effective Communication & Customer Care

• Conflict Management & Problem Solving

• Emergency Procedures (Fire, Evacuation & First Aid Awareness)

• Health & Safety Awareness
  

Next Steps After Training

On successful completion of this course, learners will be eligible to apply for an SIA Security Guard licence, opening up employment opportunities in:

• Retail Security

• Corporate Buildings

• Construction Sites

• Gatehouse & Reception Security
  

Cancellation Policy

Introduction

These Terms & Conditions set out the basis of SALFS Security & Training Ltd (“we/us”) providing training and related services. By booking with us, you agree to these terms. If anything is unclear, please contact us for clarification.

Quotations & Contracts

• Verbal quotes are not binding unless confirmed in writing

• Written quotes are valid for 30 days

• Bookings are confirmed once we receive written acceptance

• By booking, you enter a binding contract with SALFS

• Variations must be agreed in writing
  

Payment & Cancellation

• Payment: Due in full within 14 days of invoice or before course start (whichever is sooner)

• Accepted methods: BACS, cheque, PayPal, credit/debit card (5% processing fee applies to card/PayPal)

Cancellations:

• More than 21 days before course → 75% refund

• 14–21 days before course → 50% refund

• Less than 14 days → No refund

• No refunds for non-attendance

• Substitute delegates accepted with prior written notice

• Discounted courses are non-refundable & non-cancellable

Rescheduling Fees:

• Incorrect ID, late arrival, or missing pre-learning → £150 rebooking fee

• Medical cancellations (with doctor’s note) → refund minus £60 admin fee
  

Services

• Training hours: Mon–Sat, 8am–4.30pm (excluding bank holidays)

• If SALFS cancels a course → full refund provided

• If a delegate fails the required literacy test → refund minus £60 admin fee
  

Behaviour & Requirements

SALFS reserves the right to exclude any delegate who is disruptive, without refund.

Delegates must:

• Bring correct ID & pre-learning materials

• Arrive on time

• Follow joining instructions

Failure to comply may result in rescheduling at the delegate’s own cost.

Resits & Exams

• SIA exam resits: £50 per unit (next available date)

• Earlier exam request: £50 + £75 admin fee

• Other course resits → price on application

• Exam locations may change with 48 hours’ notice (within 50 miles)
  

Liability

• SALFS provides services with reasonable skill and care

• Not liable for:

  • Loss of business, profits, savings, or data

  • Any indirect or consequential losses

• Liability capped at £2 million per incident (covered by insurance)

• All delegates use SALFS premises, including car parks, at their own risk
  

Promotional Use & Communication

• SALFS may use course photos/videos for marketing purposes