About this course
Security is a major industry in Australia. People with skills in security and crowd control are in-demand and jobs are expected to continue growing in this sector.
This course in security operations will teach you basic skills and practical knowledge to become a qualified security officer.
You will learn how to:
- protect yourself and others using basic defensive techniques
- patrol property and control access to maintain security
- screen people and personal items
- monitor and control individual and crowd behaviour to maintain security
- apply security procedures to manage intoxicated people
- apply security procedures to remove people from premises
- escort and protect people and valuables.
On completion of this training, you will be qualified for roles including security officer, unarmed guard and crowd controller.
This course provides a pathway to further learning and work in various security roles and settings such as:
- armed guarding
- cash-in-transit
- close protection
- control room operations
- guard dog handling.
This qualification is recognised nationally under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
Licensing and regulatory information
Visit the Victoria Police website for more information on security officer licensing requirements.
Course providers
This course is offered by the following providers. Click on the links to the provider websites for the latest information on course details, fees and how to apply.
