CPP20218 Certificate II in Security Operations

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Qualification Description

This qualification reflects the role of a security officer, responsible for maintaining safety and security by patrolling, protecting or guarding property while unarmed, and screening entry, monitoring behaviour, and removing persons from premises. Security officers may work alone or work in a team environment under general supervision, operating with limited autonomy and judgement to complete routine but variable tasks, with some accountability and responsibility for their own outputs, work, and learning.

Course Duration

20 days

Course Delivery

Face-to-face

Delivery Location

Suite 1312A/401 Docklands Drive, Docklands, VIC 3008

Entry Requirements

To enrol in Certificate II In Security Operations (CPP20218) course, students must meet the following requirements:

  • Be 18 years of age or over
  • Be an Australian/New Zealand citizen or permanent Australian resident
  • Provide 100 points of identification
  • Be considered a fit and proper person to hold the class of licence sought
  • Demonstrate the ability to carry out the duties of a security guard
  • Meet Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) and digital requirements, including successful completion of a Security Licence Pre-Enrolment Test prior to enrolment
  • Additional Requirements:- Students will be required to complete some activities using computers or digital devices during the course
  • Basic computer skills are expected prior to commencement
  • Bring Your Own Device (BYOD):- All students are required to bring their own laptop (Windows 7 or higher)
  • The College provides high-speed Wi-Fi access at the campus
Units of Competency

To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in the following 14 units of competency

Unit CodeUnit Name
CPPSEC2101Apply effective communication skills to maintain security
CPPSEC2102Apply legal and procedural requirements to work effectively within a security team
CPPSEC2103Apply WHS, emergency response and evacuation procedures to maintain security
CPPSEC2104Apply risk assessment to select and carry out response to security risk situations
CPPSEC2105Provide quality services to a range of security clients
CPPSEC2106Protect self and others using basic defensive techniques
CPPSEC2107Patrol premises to monitor property and maintain security
CPPSEC2108Screen people, personal effects, and items to maintain security
CPPSEC2109Monitor and control access and exit of persons and vehicles from premise
CPPSEC2110Monitor and control individual and crowd behaviour to maintain security
CPPSEC2111Apply security procedures to manage intoxicated persons
CPPSEC2112Apply security procedures to remove persons from premises
CPPSEC2113Escort and protect persons and valuables
HLTAID011Provide First Aid
Pathway

CPP20218 Certificate II in Security Operations is designed for individuals looking to start a career in the security industry. This qualification is ideal for those who are interested in providing essential security services in various settings such as commercial properties, events, retail spaces, and more.

This qualification is intended to align with the following occupational licensing outcomes:

  • security officer – unarmed guard
  • security officer – crowd controller.

Occupational titles could include:

  • security officer
  • unarmed guard
  • crowd controller

It provides a pathway to further learning and work in various security roles and settings including, but not limited to:

  • armed guarding
  • cash-in-transit
  • close protection
  • control room operations
  • guard dog handling.

Security officers may work alone or work in a team environment under general supervision, operating with limited autonomy and judgement to complete routine but variable tasks, with some accountability and responsibility for their own outputs, work and learning.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Students can apply for RPL to get recognised as competent for parts or a whole nationally recognised qualification by providing evidence of their previous training, employment experience or other life skills that meet qualification requirements. Successful applications may result in a reduced training time.

Although the above elaborate the RPL process for this course, however, it is recommended to complete the full training and assessment as per the course requirement to get better understanding.

Credit Transfer

All students can apply for credit transfer. This means that they can submit evidence for a Unit(s) of Competency and have it assessed by a qualified Assessor without completing the training.

Students who consider they already possess the competencies identified in all or part of any course/qualification offered by may seek recognition. The Student Support Officer will help them in this process.

As a part of entry requirement of the course CPP20218 Certificate II in Security Operations, students are required to complete and hold the current Completion Certificate and transcript of the Unit of competency HLTAID011 Provide First Aid unit of competency. They must submit the evidence of completion of this unit of competency along with the enrolment application form. Based upon which, the student Support Officer will guide you to fill in the credit transfer form to get the credit (CT) of the completed Unit of competency which will also be reflected in your final Record of Results.

Security Officer In Uniform, CPP20218 Certificate II In Security Operations

Course Fees : $1500

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