SIA Top Up Refresher Training Course Level 2
Door Supervisors and Security guards must complete an SIA Top Up Refreher Training in order to renew their SIA licence.
| Location | Course Type | Duration | Price | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canary Wharf (E14 9TS) | SIA Refresher Training Door Supervisor + First Aid | 2 Days | £200 | More Info |
| Whitechapel (E1 1EJ) | SIA Refresher Training Door Supervisor + First Aid | 2 Day | £200 | More Info |
| Southwark (SE15 1PD) | SIA Refresher Training Door Supervisor + First Aid | 2 Days | £200 | More Info |
| Park Royal (NW10 7SU) | SIA Refresher Training Door Supervisor + First Aid | 2 Days | £200 | More Info |
| Location | Course | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Canary Wharf (E14 9TS) | SIA Refresher Training DS + First Aid (2 Days) | More Info (£200) |
| Whitehcapel (E1 1EJ) | SIA Refresher Training DS + First Aid (2 Days) | More Info (£200) |
| Southwark (SE15 1PD) | SIA Refresher Training DS + First Aid (2 Days) | More Info (£200) |
| Park Royal (NW10 7SU) | SIA Refresher Training DS + First Aid (2 Days) | More Info (£200) |
SIA Top-Up Refresher Training for Door Supervisor
The SIA Refresher Training for Door Supervisors is a mandatory requirement for renewing your SIA Door Supervisor or Security Guard licence. From April 2025, all licence holders must complete this refresher training before renewal.
Until 31 March 2025, those with a pre-April 2021 qualification must complete either Top-Up Training or Refresher Training. This course ensures security professionals stay updated with industry regulations, safety procedures, and best practices to maintain public safety and compliance.
Do I Need First Aid To Renew My SIA Licence?
To renew your SIA licence, you must complete first aid plus top-up training. The SIA requires all Security Guards and Door Supervisors to complete emergency first aid training before applying for their licence.
Furthermore, you must complete a compulsory 2-day additional ‘Top-Up’ Refresher training to renew your SIA license. SIA is changing how Security Guard and Door Supervisor Licenses are renewed from the 1st of October.
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.
Course | SIA Top Up Refresher Training 2025 |
Duration | SIA Door Supervisor Top-Up Refresher Course (2 Days Training) SIA Security Guard Top-Up Refresher Course (1 Day Training) |
Cost | £150 Top Up Refresher Only £200 Top UP Refresher + First Aid Course |
Results | Most students get results back within ten working days. |
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SIA Top-Up Refresher Exams | 3 Multiple Choice ExamsTerror Threat Awareness in the Private Security Industry:
Using Equipment as a Door Supervisor in the Private Security Industry:
Application of Physical Intervention Skills in the Private Security Industry:
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SIA Top-Up Refresher Training Course
EXAM Sample Question Below:
1. Why has a code of Behavior for door supervisors been produced?
To improve communication with the local authority.
Improve working relations with the police.
Review the conduct of customers.
To set national standards of conduct.
2. Under the Private Security Industry Act 2001, what must a person have to be able to work as a door supervisor?
A licence to practice
SIA Top UP Refresher Training Mock Exams:
- SIA Top Up Refresher Training Door Supervisor Mock Exam
- Mock SIA Top UP Refresher Training Security Guard Mock Exam
- Physical Intervention Mock Exam
SIA Top UP Refresher Training Course Content:
To complete SIA Upskilling Course Online you will need to study the below Units and successfully pass the exams for the below Units:
- Principles of Terror Threat Awareness in the Private Security Industry
- Principles of Minimising Personal Risk For Security Officers in the Private Security Industry.
SIA Refresher training is available to all Door Supervision OR Security Guard Licence holders looking to renew their licence. This update aligns with the Security Industry Authority’s (SIA) commitment to ensuring security professionals maintain up-to-date skills and knowledge. Notice: From April 2025, all Door Supervisors looking to renew their licence must have completed the refresher qualification.
What is the requirement to renew my SIA licence badge?
You must complete Top Up Refresher Training plus a First Aid Certificate to renew your SIA license.
Do I need security guard upskilling course for a Security Guard licence as well?
Yes, you will need a 1 Day SIA top-up training if you currently hold an SIA Security Guard licence, which means you will need to attend an SIA top-up training. From 1 October 2021, you must have one of the following before you can apply for, or renew your licence:
- One of the new SIA Qualifications was set in place in April 2021.
- Or, one of the older licence-linked qualifications, a valid First-Aid certificate, and a Top-Up qualification.
What will the SIA top-up Refresher training course include?
Security Guard licence holders will be required to undertake an additional one day of top-up training. Top Up training will include Terror Threat Awareness and Minimising Personal Risk for Security Officers. Part of the SIA changes also requires licence holders to have an Emergency First Aid Certificate. Before renewing your licence, you must either prove you have a minimum of 12 months before expiry on any current first aid certificate or you must attend an Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) qualification or equivalent, before attending any top-up training.
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FAQ SIA Top Up Refresher Training Online
Who is this SIA Top Up Refresher Course for?
- SIA Top Up Training Course Online is for individuals who currently have an SIA Door Supervisor Licence or a Security guard license and they wish to renew their SIA License.
How can I book and pay for the course?
You book and pay using your credit card or debit card securely online or over the phone. You can also pay via bank transfer. Please contact us if you would like to make the payment via bank transfer.
You can find and book the nearest course online using our course finder or by calling us on 0208 050 4108
When will I receive my examination result?
Results are published online within 10-14 working days after your examination date. You will be notified by SMS and email when they are ready to view – in the rare case your results are delayed, we will always keep you informed.
When will I receive my certificate?
Certificates are usually dispatched 7 days after successful course completion. Please contact us – if it has been over 14 days so we can verify your address and arrange for a replacement.
Please note, you don’t need a certificate to apply for your SIA Licence.
I want to renew my License as a Security Guard, is this course right for me?
Yes, you would need an SIA Top Up Training to renew your Door Supervisor Licence to allows you to work as a Security Guard and a Door Supervisor.
That means – you can work in retail security, nightclubs and events with a Door Supervisor Licence.
What ID documents do I have to bring along?
It is a regulatory requirement to do an identity check for all security-related qualifications. Therefore, candidates who are attending Licence linked course are requested to provide the following upon arrival;
- Two passport size photos
- Original passport of any nationality or UK photo Drivers Licence
- Two forms of address proof (originals)
Please see the joining instructions as a range of other documents can be accepted.
Note: You will not be able to sit the exam if you do not have the correct ID Documents. (Government Requirement)
I have not received the booking confirmation email
Check your SPAM folder, emails can occasionally land in there.
If you don’t find the email in your SPAM, we may have a wrong email address for you. Please contact us, so we can verify your email address and re-send you the booking confirmation email.
What if my course is cancelled?
We hate it when training providers have to cancel a course – but it can happen for reasons outside our control. If your course is cancelled – we will offer you an alternate date, if that date is not suitable, we will offer you an instant refund.
Does the course fee include the SIA Licence application fee?
The course fee does not include the licence fee. The licence application fee of £220 is payable to directly to the SIA when applying for the licence – which is valid for three years.
What other areas do you cover?
- Acton
- Archway
- Arkley
- Barnet, Hertfordshire
- Belsize Park
- Bloomsbury
- Brent Cross
- Brondesbury
- Brondesbury Park
- Camden Town
- Chalk Farm
- Child’s Hill
- City of Westminster
- Cricklewood
- Dartmouth Park
- Dollis Hill
- Ealing
- East Finchley
- Finchley
- Fitzrovia
- Golders Green
- Golders Hill Park
- Gospel Oak
- Hampstead
- Hampstead Garden Suburb
- Hampstead Heath
- Harlesden
- Holloway
- Islington
- Kensal Green
- Kensal Rise
- Kentish Town
- Kilburn
- Kings Cross
- Ladbroke Grove
- Lisson Grove
- Maida Vale
- Marylebone
- Mill Hill
- Mill Hill East
- Neasden
- North Acton
- Old Oak Common
- Paddington
- Park Royal
- Parliament Hill
- Primrose Hill
- Queens Park
- Regent’s Park
- South Hampstead
- St Johns Wood
- St Pancras
- Stonebridge
- Swiss Cottage
- Tufnell Park
- Upper Holloway
- Warwick Avenue
- West Hampstead
- West Kilburn
- Westbourne Green
- Willesden
- Willesden Green
SIA Top Up Refresher Course Reviews
- 4.9 Course Rating · Based on 1234 Student Reviews
I took the Door Supervisor Refresher course from London Security College, and it was a great training. The team was excellent, and my licence got renewed in just 2 days.
I recently completed the CCTV course at London Security College. The trainer was very knowledgeable and helpful. Highly recommend!
Aravind was great – really helpful and professional throughout the course
Great course! Helped me renew my Door Supervisor licence
Smooth experience from start to finish during my CCTV course in Canary Wharf
Perfect course for anyone looking to become a Door Supervisor in Canary Wharf.
I was trained by John Mbon and I’ve learnt a lot from him in the past 6 days. He was an excellent teacher and was very fun to learn with him and learn from his experience
Just completed the online Keyholding course – really impressed!
i have just completed the banksman course online , nice and easy
I want be a security of London
Completed my SIA Door Supervisor Course here, and it was fantastic! The trainers were helpful, and the course was well-structured. Highly recommend London Security College!
The SIA door supervisor course was enjoyable, a lot of help and support was provided by Abdul, and he was quick to answer all my questions. I highly recommend London security college
I came to the class with zero knowledge but within 3days My teacher John gave me the whole view of CCTV operator’s job. It was a great experience to be his student.
I just did this week my door supervisor training with john mbon it was an incredible experience I learnt so much, I recommend London security college
I did top up training with London security college and it was good to be here.Wali the tutor was able to take us through all the required modules in the training and was so excellent.
Overall it was a fun and pleasant experience. I can confidently recommend this training centre and award it the full 5 stars. And a special thank you to my trainer John Mbon!
I attended the DS course and it was really interesting to know more, John gave me a lot of confidence , support and the education I needed to start my career into this sector
I had zero knowledge on day one but at the end of my course I learned so much about the SIA and the training was so professional my instructor John mbon did a great job making it easy for me!!
Absolutely amazing and professional first aid trainer John mbon he is very thorough and precise when training best first trainer out there.
