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SIA Refresher Training For Door Supervisor
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Mandatory Refresher Training: From April 2025, SIA Door Supervisors licence holder must complete a refresher qualification to renew their licence
SIA announcement regarding the introduction of licence-linked refresher training From 1 April 2025, SIA licence holders must have a ‘refresher’ qualification before renewing their Door Supervisor or Security Guard licence.
1 Day SIA Refresher Training for Security Guard
Important Course Details
Who Needs the SIA Licence Renewal Course?
Refresher training is available to all Door Supervision Licence holders looking to renew their licence. From April 2025, all Door Supervisors looking to renew their licence must have completed the refresher qualification.
Until 31 March 2025, Door Supervisors who have an old, pre-April 2021 qualification will need to have completed either the top-up training or refresher training before they apply to renew their licence.
Before taking the refresher training, you must have an up-to-date Emergency First Aid at Work qualification or equivalent. Please book emergency first aid and door supervisor refresher training as both must be completed to renew your sia licence.
Further to the announcement from the SIA, the introduction of licence-linked refresher training, please see an outline of the content of the two new Refresher qualifications:
You must have an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification before they can take the refresher training. Book your SIA Door Supervisor Refresher Training to meet the April 2025 deadline.
Unit 1: Principles of Working as a Door Supervisor in the Private Security Industry (Refresher)
- Know how to conduct effective search procedures
- Understand how to keep vulnerable people safe.
- Understand terror threats and the role of the security operative in the event of a threat.
- Know how to safeguard the public from incidents of spiking.
Assessment:
- Multiple choice test (35 questions; 55 minutes)
- Practical assessment of learners undertaking a search
Unit 2: Application of Physical Intervention Skills in the Private Security Industry (Refresher)
- Know the implications of physical interventions and their use
- Know the risks associated with using physical intervention
- Know how to reduce the risks associated with physical intervention
- Be able to proficiently and safely use physical skills to protect yourself and others
- Be able to use non-pain compliant standing, holding and escorting techniques safely
Assessment:
- Multiple choice test (30 questions; 45 minutes)
- Practical assessment of skills for LOs 4 and 5
- Oral Q&A
If You hold a door supervisor licence, you can choose one of the following options:
- Take the door supervisor refresher training and renew your door supervisor licence
- Take the security guard refresher training and switch to a security guard licence
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FAQs for SIA Refresher Training for Door Supervisor
Who needs to complete the SIA Licence Renewal Course?
If you hold an SIA Door Supervisor or Security Guard Licence and need to renew it after 1 April 2025, you must complete the mandatory refresher training before applying for renewal.
What are the entry requirements for the SIA Licence Renewal Course?
To enrol, you must:
✅ Hold a valid or recently expired SIA licence.
✅ Have a valid Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) qualification or an equivalent first aid certificate.
How long does the SIA Licence Renewal Course take?
The refresher course typically takes 1 to 2 days, depending on the training provider. It includes theory-based learning, practical assessments, and an exam.
What happens if I don’t complete the refresher training before my licence expires?
If you do not complete the required SIA refresher course, you cannot renew your SIA licence and will be unable to work legally in the private security industry.
How do I book the SIA Licence Renewal Course?
You can book your SIA Licence Renewal Course online through an SIA-approved training provider. To book at our Canary Wharf training centre, click here.
SIA Door Supervisor Refresher Coures Reviews
- 4.9 Course rating · 699 ratings
Aravind was great – really helpful and professional throughout the course
Great course! Helped me renew my Door Supervisor licence
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Perfect course for anyone looking to become a Door Supervisor in Canary Wharf.
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