Although there are no specific entry requirements to become a security guard, a good level of education is an advantage.
Also, the NSW Police Force and most employers will carry out background checks and although not all criminal charges will rule you out of all security guard jobs, there are certain offenses that will prohibit you from getting your security licence. If you have a criminal conviction and are not sure if you still qualify for a security licence, call Multisec Training on 1300 891 503 to discuss.
To be a security guard in NSW, you need a security licence. The most common way of obtaining a security licence in NSW is to apply to the Security Licencing Enforcement Directorate (SLED) for the issue of a licence. You do this via the Service NSW Website. The correct web page for this is easiest found by searching “Apply for an NSW Security Licence” online.
Obtaining a security license
When you do this, ensure you supply SLED 100 points of identification. The types of documents that can be used and how many points they are worth can be found at https://multisectraining.edu.au/courses/certificate-ii-security-operations/.
- You must be at least 18 years of age to apply for a NSW Security Licence and to commence this course
- You must provide identification equivalent to 100 points
- The Pre-Course Literacy Assessment assessment must be successfully completed
- The required pre-course volume of learning and training must be completed prior to commencement of face to face training
- You must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent Australian resident or a holder of a Visa that entitles you to work in Australia (other than a student or working holiday visa)
- No criminal history
- Requirements from NSW Police Force.
You will also need a copy of a current First Aid Certificate that a Nationally Recognised Training Provider has issued. The copy of your First Aid Certificate must also be certified by a justice of the peace.
Training Course
The course itself consists of fourteen units of competency, it is this security training that teaches students the skills they require to become a security guard.
- CPPSEC2101 Apply effective communication skills to maintain security.
- CPPSEC2102 Applies legal and procedural requirements to work effectively within a security team.
- CPPSEC2103 Apply WHS, emergency response and evacuation procedures to maintain security.
- CPPSEC2104 Apply risk assessment to select and carry out response to security risk situations.
- CPPSEC2105 Provide quality services to a range of security clients.
- CPPSEC2106 Protect self and others using basic defensive techniques.
- CPPSEC2107 Patrol premises to monitor property and maintain security.
- CPPSEC2108 Screen people, personal effects, and items to maintain security.
- CPPSEC2109 Monitor and control access and exit of persons and vehicles from premises.
- CPPSEC2110 Monitor and control individual and crowd behavior to maintain security.
- CPPSEC2111 Apply security procedures to manage intoxicated persons.
- CPPSEC2112 Apply security procedures to remove persons from premises.
- CPPSEC2113 Escort and protect persons and valuables.
- HLTAID011 Provide first aid (credit transfer).
Security Guard Jobs
Becoming a security guard is a fantastic career for people of all ages, with a large variety of jobs they can choose from. As a security guard you have a career choice of a mobile or static patrol guard, a crowd controller. Crowd Controllers are used in hotels and large venues such as music festivals. A Security guard’s work is highly respected and important as they work with the police and with the client to reduce the risk of crime.
Nationally Recognised Qualification
Once you have completed your training with us, you will receive a Certificate II in Security Operations, a Nationally recognised qualification. This qualification will allow you to apply for a security licence with the NSW Police Force and the Security Licensing Enforcement Directorate (SLED). When you apply, you will also need to provide SLED with proof of identification and a copy of your first-aid certificate.
When you train with Multisec Training to be a security guard, we deliver Premium Security Guard Training.
The Security Guard Training Course is held in the Multisec Training Office in Sydney.
The easiest way of obtaining a CPP20218 Certificate II in Security Operations in NSW is to do the course with Multisec Training.
It is the easiest because our course only runs for two weeks, we have the smallest classes in the State, we are the most economical in the State, and we have some of the most talented and experienced trainers in NSW.
