CPP20218
CERTIFICATE II IN SECURITY OPERATIONS
1A
Course Overview
The Certificate II in Security Operations (CPP20218) is the mandatory qualification for individuals seeking to work as a licensed security officer in NSW and across Australia.
This course is designed to equip learners with the core skills, legal knowledge, and hands-on experience needed to work in the dynamic security industry.
Who Should Enrol?
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People seeking employment as security guards
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Career changers wanting job-ready skills
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Individuals pursuing a Class 1A Security Licence in NSW
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Anyone wanting to work in hospitality, retail, or event security
Course Eligibility
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Must be 18 years of age or older
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Must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or hold relevant visa
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Must meet the NSW Security Licence eligibility requirements as per NSW Police Security Licensing & Enforcement Directorate (click here to read SLED's Fact Sheet 6)
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Provide 100 points of ID
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Complete a Language, Literacy & Numeracy (LLN) assessment
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Basic physical fitness is required for some practical components
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Current First Aid Certificate (unit code HLTAID011)
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN YOUR COURSE?
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Certificate II in Security Operations Units
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HLTAID011 Provide First Aid Unit
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NSW Police approved trainer-taught
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Training materials & student support
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Guidance on security licence application
COURSE DELIVERY
Course is grouped into 4 Clusters.
Cluster 1 must be successfully completed prior to proceeding to Clusters 2 to 4
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Full Time Delivery: Mon to Fri
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Part Time Delivery: Sat + Sun
- Class Times: 9:30am - 6:30pm
- Duration: 10 Sessions
- Study:
- The course is designed and regulated by NSW Police Security Licensing and Enforcement Directorate.
- There are 22 assessments to be completed during face -to-face sessions.
- Formative self-study assigned by trainer to be completed at home
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Delivery Mode:
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Face-to-Face sessions
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Practical scenario-based learning
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Open book and closed book written assessments
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Role plays
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HOW TO APPLY
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Book an Enrolment Information Appointment (LLN test included)
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Bring original ID documents
(Passport + NSW Driver's Licence + Medicare Card) and fee payment -
Online applicants will need to come in for LLN test and to show original IDs
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Begin your journey to a licensed security career
WHY CHOOSE SKILLNET?
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25+ years of industry experience
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Friendly and supportive environment
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Job-ready focus with simulated scenarios
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High completion and employment rates
UNITS OF COMPETENCY
Apply effective communication skills to maintain security
Apply legal and procedural requirements to work effectively within a security team
Apply WHS, emergency response and evacuation procedures to maintain security
Apply risk assessment to select and carry out response to security risk situations
Provide quality services to a range of security clients
Protect self and others using basic defensive techniques
Patrol premises to monitor property and maintain security
Screen people, personal effects and items to maintain security
Monitor and control access and exit of persons and vehicles from premises
Monitor and control individual and crowd behaviour to maintain security
Apply security procedures to manage intoxicated persons
Apply security procedures to remove persons from premises
Escort and protect persons and valuables
Provide First Aid
FEES
Application Fee, including LLN Test (non-refundable):
$150
Tuition Fee (full time course):
$1200
Tuition Fee (part time course):
$1400
Re-issuing Qualifications:
$50
FEES & REFUNDS
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Application fee is included in Tuition Fee.
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Security License fees excluded.
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All enrollments expire in six months from the application date. See Refunds below.
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Installment payment plans incur an admin fee of $50.
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Replacement of course resources will incur $10 fee.
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Reassessments will incur a fee of $80 per reassessment of a task.
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Changing enrolled course dates or sitting in multiple courses after the initial commencement will incur a $300 course change fee.
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No refunds will be given for requests received 7 or more days prior to the first face to face session or after commencement of online learning and/or face to face sessions.
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NSW Security Officer 1A Job Profile
NSW Security Officer 1A Job Profile