Course Overview:
The SIA Security Guard Top-Up Training is a compulsory course for currently licensed Security Guards who are renewing their license. As for the latest SIA updates, all license renewals must include additional training to ensure operatives are prepared for modern threats and workplace challenges.

This short, focused course provides essential updates in safety, emergency procedures, and threat awareness—keeping your skills sharp and your license valid.

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Course Duration:

• 1 day (including exam and practical elements)

Who Needs This Course?

• Security Guards with an existing or recently expired SIA Security Guard License
• Operatives who need to meet the post-2021 SIA Top-Up requirements

What You will Learn:

• Terror Threat Awareness – Identify and respond to evolving threats in public and private spaces.
• Emergency Procedures & Incident Management – Know what to do when emergencies occur.
• Working in the Private Security Industry – Refreshed understanding of your legal responsibilities
• Effective Communication & Conflict Resolution – Skills for de-escalation and professional interaction

Entry Requirements:

• Must have a valid or recently expired SIA Security Guard License
• A valid Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) certificate is required (taken within the last 3 years)
• Must have good English skills (reading, writing, speaking, listening)
• Be physically capable of completing any practical elements.

Assessment Methods:

• Written multiple-choice exam.
• Observation of practical participation (if applicable)

Certification:

• Successful candidates will receive a certificate confirming they have met SIA Top-Up training standards, allowing them to renew their license.

Why Take This Course?
✔ Stay legally compliant and keep your license active
✔ Refresh essential knowledge and practical skills
✔ Meet updated SIA training standards
✔ Maintain your employability and professional standing in the security sector.

SIA Security Guards – Top-Up Course

Course Overview:
The SIA Security Guard Top-Up Course is a mandatory training requirement for existing Security Guards who need to renew their SIA License. This one-day course ensures that you are fully compliant with the latest SIA regulations, introduced to address new challenges and security threats in the industry.

It covers vital topics such as counter-terrorism awareness, updated legislation, and emergency response procedures—helping you stay prepared and employable in a competitive and evolving field.

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Course Duration:

• 1 Day (including training, assessments, and certification)

Who Is This Course For?

• Existing SIA Security Guard License holders need to renew.
• Security professionals who want to stay up to date with legal and operational changes
• Anyone whose license has expired but wants to return to work in the industry.

What You will Learn:

• Counter-Terrorism Awareness
  Understand current threats and how to effectively respond.
• Emergency Procedures & Incident Management
  Updated guidance for dealing with critical situations.
• Changes to the Private Security Industry
  Learn about the latest legal and regulatory updates.
• Communication & Conflict Resolution
  Enhance your ability to manage conflict professionally.
• Health & Safety Refresher
  Review your responsibilities in protecting yourself and others.

Entry Requirements:

• A current or recently expired SIA Security Guard License
• Valid Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) certificate (must be completed within the last 3 years)
• Sufficient English language skills (reading, writing, speaking, and listening)
• Physically able to take part in any practical elements.

Assessment Methods:

• Multiple-Choice Exam
• Practical Assessment (if required for specific modules)

Certification:

• On successful completion, you will receive a certificate allowing you to renew your SIA Security Guard License.

Why Choose This Course?
✔ Fulfil mandatory SIA renewal requirements
✔ Stay legally compliant and job-ready
✔ Gain updated skills and safety awareness
✔ Continue working in retail, corporate, public space, or construction security

Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) – 1 Day Course

Course Overview:
The Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) course is a 1-day, accredited training designed to give you the essential skills to respond confidently to medical emergencies in the workplace. It meets the requirements of the Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981, making it ideal for low-risk work environments or those requiring a basic first aid qualification.

This course is also a mandatory requirement for SIA License-linked Top-Up courses (such as Security Guard and Door Supervisor renewals).

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Course Duration:

• 1 Day (typically 6–7 hours, including breaks and assessments)

Who Is This Course For?

• Staff working in low-risk environments (e.g., offices, shops, warehouses)
• Security professionals needing a valid first aid certificate for SIA Top-Up courses.
• Employers needing to meet HSE first aid requirements.
• Individuals want basic, practical first aid knowledge.

What You will Learn:

• Roles and responsibilities of a first aider
• Assessing an incident and casualty
• Managing an unresponsive casualty (including CPR and AED use)
• Choking, wounds, bleeding, and shock
• Minor injuries: cuts, grass, bruises, burns, etc.
• Seizures and fainting

Assessment Method:

• Continuous trainer assessment throughout the day
• Practical demonstrations and Q&A sessions
• No written exam

Certification:

• On successful completion, you will receive an Emergency First Aid at Work certificate, valid for 3 years.

Why Take This Course?
✔ Gain life-saving skills and confidence in emergencies
✔ Meet legal requirements for your workplace or SIA license
✔ Ideal for all industries, especially security, retail, and office environments
✔ Recognized nationally and approved by HSE guidelines