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How long does an SIA course take?
If you’re interested in starting a career in the private security industry, your journey begins with the right training Working in a private security role...
Which SIA licence is best?
There are two types of SIA licence, and anyone working in the private security industry in the UK must hold the licence type appropriate for...
What is the difference between frontline and non-frontline SIA licences?
To work in the private security industry in the UK, you are required by law to hold an SIA licence relevant to your role. SIA...
How Hard is the SIA Door Supervisor Exam?
The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is responsible for enforcing high standards within the UK’s private security industry.  One way they achieve this is by...
How to renew an SIA licence
Security Industry Authority (SIA) licences are only valid for three years, after this time, individuals that wish to continue working within the private security sector...
Can I get an SIA licence with a criminal record?
Possessing an SIA (Security Industry Authority) licence is a key requirement for anyone that wishes to work in the private security sector in the UK....
Functional Skills qualification in English
Functional Skills qualification in English Select one of the options below Bronze £250 Exam only Exam taken in centre: Manchester, Birmingham or London (Includes paper...
How much is a first aid course?
First aid is not only one of the most important skills a person can have; it is also an essential qualification for many workplaces. Accidents...
How to spot a fake SIA licence?
In the UK alone, there are currently over 378,000 SIA active licence holders, but in recent years there has been an increase in individuals being...
What is an SIA door supervisor?
As demand for private security services grows in the UK, now is a great time to start a career in the industry. According to a...
What needs to be included in a first aid kit?
As stated by The Health and Safety Regulations 1981, all UK businesses are legally required to have first aid kits and arrangements in place. In...
How can I get an SIA licence?
If you would like a job in security, providing invaluable protection to people, property, or valuables, then read on to find out more about how...
A step-by-step guide to renewing your SIA licence
Ready to renew your SIA licence? Like many licence renewal processes, there are several factors to consider before applying. This includes when you should apply...
Why you should consider getting an SIA licence
Like many other careers, a role in the private security industry requires that applicants possess the appropriate qualifications, attitude and personality traits. Among the most...
What is the difference between a door supervisor and a security guard?
Considering a career in the security industry? If you’ve been weighing up the pros and cons of various security jobs, but are still struggling to...
What is first aid and why is it important?
If you’ve ever witnessed a medical emergency or an injured person in distress, it’s not hard to understand why first aid is so important. Learning...
What is an SIA Licence?
If you aspire to, or already work in the private security industry, you might already be aware that an SIA licence is an essential part...