Level 2 Award for Door Supervisors in the Private Security Industry
Learn the skills needed to operate legally as a door supervisor.
Door supervisors are often the first point of contact between many businesses and members of the public. It is important therefore that they are effectively trained and meet legal requirements in what can be a challenging environment.
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course, but learners will have to show an interest and passion in learning more about door supervision.
Course units
Learn the skills needed to operate legally as a door supervisor.
Door supervisors are often the first point of contact between many businesses and members of the public. It is important therefore that they are effectively trained and meet legal requirements in what can be a challenging environment.
The Level 2 Award for Working as a Door Supervisor within the Private Security Industry is aimed at learners who want to apply for a licence from the Security Industry Authority (SIA) to work legally as a door supervisor. Based on the SIA’s own specifications and updated to meet the latest requirements, it has been developed by Highfield, the leading awarding organisation for security qualifications and written by some of the country’s leading security experts.
To complete this qualification learners are expected to undertake approximately 61 hours of learning. The SIA stipulates a minimum of 44 contact hours (6-days) if self-study is undertaken. Please refer to Highfield's qualification specification for further details on self-study.
Key topics include:
- The main characteristics of the Private Security Industry
- The importance of safe working practices
- Drug-misuse legislation
- Issues and procedures relevant to the role of a door supervisor
- Licensing law
- Queue management
- How to recognise
- Assess and reduce risk in conflict situations
- Problem-solving techniques when resolving conflict
- Physical interventions and the implications of their use
- The use non-aggressive physical skills to protect yourself and others
Assessments
You will receive tutor feedback throughout. There will be an exam and professional certification upon completion.
Course fees
TBC
Course progression
Visit our Sport & Uniformed Services curriculum page to view other courses you may be interested in.
Dates & course durations
September 2025, Tuesday evenings.
Study methods
A range of teaching methods will be utilised, including a range of theory-based sessions.
Facilities
Students have access to a fantastic range of College-wide facilities such as the Learning & Research Centre, study hubs, computer areas with accompanying multi-function printers and helpdesk advice.
Additional costs
All materials are provided for you to complete the course. However, some courses may require additional study from home, you may need access to a PC/laptop and suitable Wi-Fi to access teaching and learning. You will be made aware of any additional study time at the time of enrolment.
Career progression
You will develop the skills and knowledge to enter the industry as a door supervisor.
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