SIA Closed Circuit TV (CCTV) Training (Funded)
This course will give you the qualification that you need if you wish to apply to work as a CCTV operator. Please note that for most CCTV Operator jobs, you will be required to have a Door Supervisor/Manned Guarding licence as well, as the role often includes security officer duties.
Key units include:
- Unit 1: Working the Private Security Industry
- Know the purpose and main features of working in the private security industry
- Understand the legislation that is relevant to people working in the private security industry
- Understand the relevant aspects of Health & Safety in the workplace
- Know how to apply the principles of fire safety
- Know how to deal with non-fire-related workplace emergencies
- Understand the principles of effective communication and customer care in the private security industry
- Unit 2: Working as a CCTV Operator
- Understand CCTV Codes of Practice, Operational Procedures and Guidelines
- Understand relevant legislation and how it impacts on CCTV operations
- Understand the roles and responsibilities of the CCTV Operator and CCTV staff
- Understand the characteristics of a CCTV system
- Understand how to make effective use of CCTV equipment
- Understand Emergency procedures in the CCTV control room
- Unit 3: Practical Operation of CCTV Equipment
- Be able to operate CCTV equipment
- Be able to demonstrate operational use of a CCTV system
There are additional qualifications to work towards which will improve prospects of finding employment.
You will be assessed through portfolio building, exams, workbooks and practical assessments.
You must achieve a Level 1 or above in your Functional Skills initial assessment.
You need to be able to provide:
- Proof of benefits (Job Seekers Allowance)
- Proof of ID and residency
- UK Nationals: Passport or Full Birth Certificate + 2 proofs of address (no older than 3 months)
- EU Nationals: Passport, EU ID Card/Travel Documents or Birth Certificate + 2 proofs of address (no older than 3 months)
- Non UK/EU Nationals: Passport/ Home Office Documents. 2 proofs of address (no older than 3 months), and proof of residency in the UK/EU for 3 consecutive years
- No criminal records - CRB check (overseas CRB check also required for those who have spent more than six months abroad in the last five years)
On successful completion of all elements of the programme you will receive Level 1 Awarding in Employability Skills, Act Awareness certificate, ACT – Security Certificate and Level 2 Award in CCTV Public Space Surveillance.
Speak to your Work Coach for more information on how to apply.
Course duration: 2 weeks & 1 day



