Course Overview
This qualification reflects the role of a security officer, responsible for maintaining safety and security by patrolling, protecting or guarding property while unarmed, screening entry, monitoring behaviour and removing persons from premises.
This qualification is intended to align with the following occupational licensing outcomes:
- Security officer – unarmed guard
- Security officer – crowd controller
Occupational titles could include:
- Security Officer
- Unarmed guard
- Crowd controller
It provides a pathway to further learning and work in various security roles and settings including, but not limited to:
- Armed guarding
- Cash-in-transit
- Close protection
- Control room operations
- Guard dog handling
Security officers may work alone or 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.
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Course Outline
Cert II in Security Operations
National recognition
On successfully completing the training and assessment you will be issued a Certificate and Record of Results:
– CPP20218 Certificate II in Security Operations
Course Unit
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
Unique Student Identifier
A USI must be supplied to Australian Employment Training upon enrolment and prior to being able to issue a National Recognised Qualification.
Delivery and Duration
Daytime Classes
Delivery: Trainer-led, face-to-face training over 20 days in a classroom setting, combined with skills practice and assessment in a simulated workplace environment.
Schedule:
- Duration: 20 days (Monday to Friday)
- Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (8 hours of training + 1-hour lunch & tea breaks)
Upcoming Start Dates:
- 07 April 2025
- 12 May 2025
- 10 June 2025
- 14 July 2025
Evening Classes
Delivery: Trainer-led, face-to-face training over 40 evenings.
Schedule:
- Start Date: 28 April 2025
- Duration: 40 evenings (Monday to Friday)
- Hours: 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Location
Level 8/118 Queen St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Fees and Charges
Information about fees and charges is provided in the Schedule of Fees and Charges which will have been included in your pre-enrolment information package.
The Tuition fee is:
- Twenty-Day Course – $1,450.00 per person
Please refer to the Schedule of Fees and Charges as it contains important information about related charges and our refund policy.
Confirmation of Attendance
A learner’s position on the course will only be confirmed upon a completed enrolment form and the payment of your tuition fee.
Numbers are limited, so confirmed enrolments will only be able to attend on the day of training.
Course Materials
Learner training is supported through the provision of quality learning materials and resources.
Learners should attend the course in neat casual clothing.
All equipment and consumables are supplied as part of the course.
Pre-Requisites/Entry Requirements
There are no prerequisites for this course identified within the industry training package.
There are however a few requirements that learners must meet:
- be 18 years or older
- satisfactory numeracy and literacy skills
Successful students are required to apply to the Licensing Regulation Division (LRD) for a licence upon completion of the course. They are also required to do a fingerprint and police check before applying for a licence. LRD will only issue a licence once all documentation has been received and upon completing due diligence.
Physical Capability
It is important to note that there are physical standards that relate to the level of performance required when undertaking first aid training.
The HLTAID011 competency standards require a level of physical ability to provide resuscitation and respond to an emergency situation where there may be a risk to life.
How will you be assessed as competent?
You will be assessed to show that you have achieved the skills and knowledge required by the course training package rules. Assessment may include written, oral or practical assessment methods. You will know in advance about the type of assessment and how it will operate. There is the opportunity for reassessment and appeal and you will be given this information.
Course Completion
Upon successful completion of this course, a Certificate II in Security Operations and a statement of results will be issued.
How To Apply
Click on the ‘Enrol Now’ button to start. Fill in the preliminary application form and we will contact you via email or phone to progress your enrolment.
Our responsibility
Australian Employment Training is responsible under the National Vocational Education and Training Regulator Act 2011 for the quality of the training and assessment being delivered in this course and for the issuance of all AQF certificates.