About the SIA Door Supervisor Refresher Course
At Training for Employment, we provide the Highfield Level 2 Award for Door Supervisors in the Private Security Industry (Refresher) course. This is an essential program for individuals holding a current SIA Door Supervisor licence, helping them stay up-to-date with the latest standards and requirements in the private security industry.
The refresher course covers the essential knowledge and skills needed by door supervisors in line with the latest Security Industry Authority (SIA) requirements. It includes both theoretical and practical components, ensuring that participants are fully equipped to perform their duties effectively and safely.
Who is this course for?
- Current Door Supervisors who need to refresh their skills and comply with SIA updates.
- Professionals seeking to ensure their knowledge is in line with new industry standards.
Door Supervisor Refresher Course Contents
This refresher course covers the following critical units:
Principles of Working as a Door Supervisor in the Private Security Industry (Refresher)
- Updated legal regulations and professional responsibilities
- Effective search procedures
- Safeguarding vulnerable individuals
- Counterterrorism awareness (including ACT e-learning)
- Tackling incidents like drink spiking
Application of Physical Intervention Skills in the Private Security Industry (Refresher):
- Physical intervention techniques
- Managing risk during interventions
- Conflict management and handling aggressive situations safely
- Health and safety best practices
Assessment & Examination
Theory – Multiple-choice Question (MCQ) Examination
- The theoretical knowledge of this course is assessed through an MCQ exam consisting of 35 questions to be completed in 55 minutes.
- The exam is conducted under exam conditions and supervised by experienced invigilators to ensure fairness and security.
- To pass, learners must score at least 32 out of 40 (71%).
Practical – Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in physical intervention and handling conflicts.
Both the theory and practical components need to be passed to receive the certification.
Examination Resits
We have a policy of NO PASS – NO RETAKE FEE, so if you do not pass there is no charge for 2 re-takes. Our pass rate is over 95%.
Everything you need to know for the exams is covered in the course and our experienced trainers will fully prepare you for success in the tests.
Exam results will be made available on the same day.
Booking Procedure
Our aim is to make it is as easy as possible to book courses with Training 4 Employment Ltd.
- Bookings may be made by e-mail, via the T4E website, or by telephone.
- Registration for the course is not guaranteed until a completed registration form and payment (deposit) has been received. Placement in the course will be confirmed via E-mail by the T4E staff.
- Deposit and payments. Our courses are non-refundable 24 hours after booking. You can receive a full refund if you inform us within 24 hours of booking of your intention to cancel, and you will be refunded the amount paid for the course. Courses cancelled after 24 hours of booking will not be eligible for a refund.
- If you fail to attend without notice or arrive late for the course, the tutor will refuse your place on the course due to the amount of content missed, you will not be entitled to a refund. 100% attendance is a must…….. read full Booking Terms & Conditions
SIA Licence Renewal
Your SIA licence will not renew automatically. You must renew your licence from the Security Industry Authority (SIA) if you want to keep working in the same role when your current licence expires.
You are not guaranteed a licence just because you already have one. This is because:
- something you have done might mean that you may no longer meet the Security Industry Authority (SIA) licensing requirements (for example, if you have been convicted of a relevant offence)
- Security Industry Authority (SIA) may have changed their licensing criteria since you have been granted your current licence
You cannot renew a licence unless you have a current licence in that sector. If your licence has already expired, you must apply for a new licence.
Background checks
Security Industry Authority (SIA) will carry out the same checks on new applications and renewals. This means that you will still need to prove your identity, even though you already hold a licence and have already been through the application process. You will need to confirm your identity every time you apply so that the Security Industry Authority (SIA) can conduct relevant criminal record checks.
You may be asked to go to a UK Post Office as part of your renewal application. You can use the Post Office branch finder to find a Post Office near to you. Check that it handles SIA licence applications before you go.
Renew your licence as soon as you can
You can apply to renew your licence four (4) months before your current licence expires. You should submit your renewal application as soon as you can. Applying early gives us more time to process your application, which reduces the risk of you being unlicensed and unable to work.
You will not lose time on your new licence by renewing early. Security Industry Authority (SIA) will add any time left on your current licence onto your new one. Your new licence will be valid from the day it’s granted.
How to apply
You can complete you SIA licence application for renewal online. You must supply the supporting relevant documentation and pay a fee. The licence application costs £184 and is non-refundable.
You should check with your employer before you renew your licence. They may pay your application fee on your behalf, or even submit your renewal application for you.
You will need to link your SIA online account with theirs before they can do this. They will send you an email with a request to link with their account. You do not have to agree, but they will not be able to pay for or submit your application unless you do.
The application fee for a renewal is the same as for a new licence: £190.
Security Industry Authority (SIA) may discount the application fee by 50% if all of the following are true:
- you already hold another licence for a different licensable activity
- you paid the full application fee for that licence (so, it was not discounted)
- that licence has more than 4 months left to run
Why Choose Training for Employment?
- Expert Trainers: Our instructors are experienced professionals with extensive knowledge of the private security sector.
- Up-to-Date Curriculum: We ensure that our course content reflects the latest SIA guidelines, including modern e-learning options.
- Comprehensive Support: We provide all the resources and guidance needed to help you to successfully complete the course.
