For entry to the VIC Unarmed Guard and Crowd Controller course you must be:

• Be 18 years or over.
• Be a resident of Australia or be the holder of a current visa (a person must have current working rights when applying for a new licence or registration).
• Have your fingerprints taken (licence applicants only).
• Provide certified copies of international police checks from any other country you have resided in for a period of more than 12 months over the previous 10 years since turning 16 years of age. International police checks will only be accepted from:
  • the Embassy or Consulate General of the relevant country, or
  • the relevant police agency of the relevant country, or
  • the check provided to the Department of Home Affairs at the time of visa lodgement.
• Not be a prohibited person.
• Be a fit and proper person. This includes not having any medical condition or history with police that would hinder your employment within the industry.
• Provide two written references outlining your suitability for employment within the private security industry.
• Provide 100 points of certified identification and any change of name documentation.

You will need access to a computer with an internet connection to complete the online component of this course.

Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy (LLND) requirements for Security Training

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Working in the Security Industry requires a high level of English Language and Literacy skills. The course requires all students to be able to read, write and speak clearly in English.

During the course, students will be required to complete closed-book exams and other assessments where the trainer cannot help. If you cannot read, write, and speak English well then you will NOT pass the course.

If you are not confident with reading, writing, and speaking English then you should not enrol into this course. Asset College will conduct LLN testing at the start of the course and will not allow students to continue if they do not meet the minimum requirements.

Security Officers also require basic digital literacy (computer skills) to perform their role. This could include writing incident reports, responding to emails, using online rostering apps or other online tasks.

During the course, students will be required to complete some activities using computers, laptops, or other devices. While the trainer can provide some assistance, it is expected that students have some basic computer skills before commencing the course.

You must be physically capable of responding to first aid emergency scenarios, including providing CPR to a manikin on the floor. Anyone in a wheelchair or with other disabilities that may impact their participation in these activities should contact us to discuss their individual circumstances before enrolling.