SIA Licence-Linked Training

SIA CCTV (Public Space Surveillance) Training

The Level 2 Award for CCTV Operators (Public Space Surveillance) in the Private Security Industry is the qualification required to apply for an SIA CCTV licence. It covers the knowledge and hands-on skills needed to operate public space surveillance systems lawfully and effectively, from control room procedures to evidential standards.

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Duration

2-3 days

Delivery

In-person, UK-wide

Qualification

Recognised awarding organisation

Course prices

CCTV Course (3 days)

£229.99

Full course plus £31.50 certification fee.

CCTV RPL Route (2 days)

£206.99

10% off for learners who completed another SIA course within the last 6 months, plus £31.50 certification fee.

Recognition of Prior Learning: completed another SIA course within the last 6 months? Take the 2-day route with 10% off

Who this course is for

Anyone starting a career as a CCTV or control room operator

Security staff adding surveillance skills to their role

Local authority, retail and events staff moving into control room work

Organisations upskilling existing teams on public space surveillance

Entry requirements

Minimum age 18

Photo ID and proof of address

No first aid qualification is required for the CCTV licence

Recognition of Prior Learning may shorten the course to 2 days where eligible

What you will learn

Roles and responsibilities of a CCTV operator

Operating CCTV equipment and control room systems confidently

Legal framework: data protection, human rights and surveillance law

Surveillance techniques, target selection and tracking

Incident logging, evidence handling and courtroom awareness

Communication with police and partner agencies

Dealing with emergencies and vulnerable people

Where we are delivering

Upcoming CCTV courses

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