career in security with qualifications


order to increase the professionalism and standards of training available within the industry.


Speaking about the work of the section and its commitment to maintaining a high standard of quality amongst its members, Anthony Rabbit, Chairman of the BSIA’s Training Providers Section, comments: "Membership of the BSIA, including in the field of training, requires compliance with a rigorous code of conduct and accreditation with national standards organisations. Infractions of the BSIA code of conduct would lead to decisive and robust action to remove guilty parties from the Association.”


Amanda Caton, Head of Communications, BSIA


Understanding licensing and qualifications with the SIA


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f you are uncertain about the training or qualifications required for specific security


roles, the Security Industry Authority website is a good place to start. The SIA manages the compulsory licensing of individuals working within the private security industry, including specifiying the competency standards and training required for roles such as security guarding, door supervision, close protection, cash and valuables in transit, and public space surveillance using CCTV.


www.sia.homeoffice.gov.uk Choosing a training partner


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ith the growing need to underpin practical knowledge and experience


with academic qualifications, selecting the right course and a trusted, experienced and fully-accredited training partner are key considerations.


Security professionals are increasingly aware of the significance of having sound knowledge and understanding of their field, although it is easy to overlook the importance of also developing a versatile, transferable skill set alongside expertise in a chosen discipline. In fact, such skills should be a key component of any rounded CV, particularly in a challenging economic climate where the ability to demonstrate viable transferable skills will provide a significant competitive advantage. Examples of these include business management and financial skills, leadership,


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people management, evaluation/critical thinking, information gathering/research and communication skills.


Delivery of training has developed over the years and with increasing workloads and fewer opportunities to take time out of work, it can be difficult to find time to learn, particularly in a sector with irregular work schedules and a lot of travel. Thankfully, the days where the only way to get a qualification was to attend a college once or twice a week are gone. Many flexible learning options are now available, with distance and online learning gaining popularity.


It is advisable to research course content to ensure it meets personal requirements and confirm whether the delivery methodology fits with learning styles and, potentially, the ‘day job’. Pricing is always a factor in purchasing, but consider factors such as the quality of training materials and the credentials of those delivering the courses.


Sarah Hayward, ARC Training


Extending your skills with specialist training such as City of London Police Academy


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s well as training police officers from the UK and around the world, the City of


Police Economic Crime Academy is now making its specialist courses available to the private sector.


Attendees can study all aspects of preventing, detecting and investigating fraud and corruption, including bribery, in particular the implications of the new Bribery Act.


This training is well timed, with 250,000 reports a year to the National Fraud Investigation Bureau (NFIB) – and this number looks set to increase – the only way forward is increasing the capability to deal with fraud. In the case of some crimes, the key learning is spotting when fraud is still occurring and preventing it happening further.


It’s not just police officers who can benefit from our training: auditors, solicitors, those working in banking and insurance who are investigating fraud can now come and extend their skills using our range of specialist courses.


Kathy Hearn Director, City of London Police Academy


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Starting your career with an Apprenticeship for Fire & Security


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pprentices for Fire & Security is a security industry initiative that aims to place


apprentices into careers in the industry and support their future development.


It is aimed at employers looking to home grow their own future talent pipeline. Similarly, apprentices may be looking for the first step on a rewarding career path. The security industry can offer a diverse range of career paths including engineering, IT, product design, marketing, sales and many more.


Apprentices for Fire & Security offers a credible route into a solid future career and the opportunity to earn and learn.


Apprentices for Fire & Security runs each year, with the results announced at the prestigious Security Excellence Awards in the Autumn. In the four years since its conception the initiative has provided a career for over 3,000 young people in the security industry.


The scheme caught the eye of the national press in its inaugural year and was endorsed by The Daily Telegraph, which cited the Security Sector as a “booming marketplace with bright prospects and excellent retention rates”.


The Government initiative focuses on employer-designed apprenticeship standards to ensure apprenticeship training and assessment directly meets industry and business needs. Once launched, the new standard will replace the current industry Apprenticeship framework.


The widening skills gap poses a real threat to the future growth, success and stability of our sector. Left unchecked, the UK skills gap will match that of post-war Britain by 2020. Apprenticeships are crucial to closing this gap and with Government funding more accessible than ever, there are so many reasons to invest in apprenticeships. After just a year, you'll see the benefits.


Simon Banks Group Managing Director, DualCom


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