SIA Door Supervisor Training Course
SIA Door Supervisor Training Course is designed for individuals aspiring to work legally as Door Supervisors or Security Guards in the UK. Enroll in our Highfields-accredited, SIA-approved intensive course, and you can become a certified Door Supervisor in just 6 days.
Location: LOWESTOFT
Our SIA Door Supervisor Training Course opens doors to opportunities in nightclubs, events, retail, and corporate security, with the potential to earn up to £3,000 per month.
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With a significant shortage in the industry, this is the ideal time to secure your SIA Licence and launch a career in security.
This comprehensive 6-day course will provide you with the essential knowledge and skills needed to pass your exam and apply for your SIA Licence. Your SIA Licence is your gateway to the thriving security sector, where your expertise will be consistently in demand.
Explore Diverse Roles
- Door Supervisor for nightclubs, bars and restaurants
- Event Security
- Corporate Security Officer
- Retail Security
- Loss Prevention Officer
- And more!
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Distinguishing Door Supervisor Training from Security Guard Training
We often receive inquiries about the difference between a Door Supervisor Licence and a Security Guard Licence. Fortunately, the distinction is simple to grasp.
A Door Supervisor Licence enables you to work both as a Door Supervisor and a Security Guard, whereas a Security Guard Licence limits you to Manned Guarding roles.
Employer Preference for Door Supervisor Licence
It’s worth noting that most employers prefer candidates with a Door Supervisor Licence over those with a Security Guard Licence.
Course Name
Door Supervisor Training
Course Units
- Principles of Working in The Private Security Industry
- Principles of Working as a Door Supervisor
- Application of Conflict Management for The Private Security Industry
- Application of Physical Intervention in the Private Security Industry

What will I learn on the course?
The SIA Door Supervisor Training Course spans six consecutive days, divided into four units, covering everything from the legal aspects of security to the latest physical intervention techniques.
Working in the Private Security Industry
- Private Security Industry: The Legal Aspects
- Health and Safety for Private Security Operatives
- Fire Safety Awareness
- Emergency Procedures
- Communication Skills and Customer Care
Working as a Door Supervisor
- Behavioural Standards
- Civil and Criminal Law
- Searching
- Arrest
- Drugs Awareness
- Recording Incidents and Crime Scene Preservation
- Licensing Law
- Emergency Procedures
Conflict Management for The Private Security Industry
- Avoiding Conflict and Reducing Personal Risk
- Defusing Conflicts
- Resolving and Learning from Conflicts
- Application of Communication Skills and Conflict Management for Door Supervisors
Physical Intervention Skills for The Private Security Industry
- Introduction to Physical Intervention Skills
- Need-to-Know Legislation
How to Get Your Door Supervisor Licence
Obtaining your SIA Door Supervisor Licence is a straightforward process:
Pass the SIA Door Supervisor Training Course
Complete the licence application on the SIA’s website
Receive your 3-year licence in the post
Can I get an SIA Licence with a criminal record?
Use the SIA Licence criminal record tool to determine your eligibility for an SIA Licence.
What qualifications do you need to be a Door Supervisor
To commence work as a Door Supervisor, you must complete the Level 2 award for working as a Door Supervisor in the Private Security Industry course and then apply for your front-line licence, which is issued by the Security Industry Authority (SIA).
Can you fail the SIA course?
If you fail any of the exams on the SIA Door Supervisor Training Course, you have the option to pay for a resit.
How long is a door supervisor course?
The SIA Door Supervisor Training Course spans 6 days.
This course will equip you with the knowledge and skills required to obtain the SIA Licence and pursue roles in frontline security.
Booking the course is easy. You can complete the online enrollment form below or call our friendly customer service line at 01702 599097.
Typically, results are available within 5-9 working days. You will receive email notification once your results are ready.
Certificates are sent via email within a week of completing the course. If desired, you can request a physical certificate via post for an additional cost of £14.99.
You can pursue a career as a Security Guard with a Door Supervisor Licence. In fact, the Door Supervisor Licence is highly versatile in the security industry. It's important to note that if you opt for the Security Guard Course, you won't be eligible for a Door Supervisor badge.
Choosing the Door Supervisor Course enhances your job prospects and makes you more eligible for various security roles.