Is this the qualification I need for an SIA CCTV licence?

Yes. This Level 2 Award is the licence-linked qualification required before you can apply to the SIA for a CCTV (Public Space Surveillance) licence.

How long is the course?

Delivery is 3 days, or 2 days via Recognition of Prior Learning. If you have completed another SIA course within the last 6 months, the RPL route also gives you 10% off the course price.

Do I need a first aid certificate?

No. Unlike Door Supervisor and Security Guarding courses, the CCTV qualification does not require a first aid certificate.

Can I do security guarding work with a CCTV licence?

A CCTV licence covers public space surveillance roles. A Door Supervisor licence also permits CCTV work, but a CCTV licence does not cover door supervision or manned guarding.

Who awards the qualification?

Delivery is through recognised awarding organisations including Highfield Qualifications and QNUK.

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

Based in the North East and delivering across the UK. Click a pin to see course dates and locations. If no date near you is listed, get in touch, courses are scheduled around demand and can be delivered at your own venue.

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