CPP20218 Certificate II in Security Operations

One course offers many courses of action and pathways for you. This qualification is Release 2 and is the most up-to-date qualification available.

Upon successful competition of this course, a Certificate II in Security Operations (CPP20218) qualification.

First Aid is also included in this course.

This course provides a pathway to further learning and work in various security roles and settings including, but not limited to:

• armed guarding
• cash-in-transit
• close protection
• control room operations
• guard dog handling.

Not sure which security course fits your needs? Find out more about the requirements for security licensing and which course provides you your desired career outcome here!

For entry to this course you must:

• Be eligible to apply for a Security Providers Licence in your state or territory:
  • Be 18 years or older
  • Have not been convicted of a disqualifying offence in the past 10 years
  • Be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold an appropriate Visa to work in Australia
• Complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) Assessment

Students 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.

Please be advised we are unable to train students on a student visa. You must find a CRICOS registered training provider.

The Certificate II in Security Operations includes a total of 14 core units.

This qualification is based on the licensing requirements to obtain a Security Providers Licence in QLD, NT, SA and WA and therefore units within this course cannot be changed.

• CPPSEC2101 Apply effective communication skills to maintain security
• CPPSEC2102 Apply 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 behaviour 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
• HLTAID003 Provide first aid

This course requires participants to attend 8 full days of face to face training 8.30am – 5.00pm.

Please note, this course also requires students to complete pre-reading and online/external study in addition to the face to face workshop.

You have 6 months to complete this course.

After completing this course it is strongly recommended that you go on to complete another security qualification in order to widen your employment opportunities. This may include:

• Certificate II in Transport Security Protection
• Firearms and Defensive Tactics for the Security Industry – QLD only
• Industry Skill Sets – Bodyguard, Cash-in-Transit, Batons and Handcuffs – QLD only
• CPP30607 Certificate III in Investigative Services
• Responsible Service of Alcohol (required for crowd controllers) – Available in QLD only
• OHS White Card (required for a number of static guard positions) – Available in QLD only

Fee-for-service
$1500

Payment Options

• EFTPOS
• Credit Card (MasterCard, Visa & Amex)
• Direct Deposit
• PayPal (selected locations only)
• Debit Success Direct Deposit

Through Debit Success Direct Deposit, it can take up to 4 days for the first installment to come through to our team – depending on when you set your installment repayments to start. So, after signing up for your course it is likely you will need to wait a couple of days before your enrolment can be confirmed.

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Certificate 3 Guarantee Funded Co-Contribution Fees – Queensland Only

Eligible students in Queensland may receive government subsidised training under the Certificate 3 Guarantee program.

Concession $14
Non-Concession $42

Please note the co-contribution fee may change after a review of your circumstances prior to enrolment in the qualification but will not exceed the above stated fees.

You can review the Certificate 3 Guarantee Fact Sheet produced by the Department of Employment, Training and Small Business on their website.

Click here for Co-Contribution Fee Breakdown

You can also complete your application at one of our office locations.

Call us now on 1800 707 568 or email us to schedule a time.

Queensland

Successful participants will be eligible to apply to the Office of Fair Trading for a Class 1 Security Providers Licence with the licence functions:

• Security Officer (Unarmed)
• Monitoring (Monitoring no longer requires additional training in order to be added as a function to your security licence).
• Crowd Controller

QLD Security Providers Licence Applications are processed by the Office of Fair Trading after completing your course.

Fees are payable for the licence application, criminal history check and fingerprinting. These fees are not included in the course fee and should be paid separately to the Office of Fair Trading with your licence application.

Licensed Crowd Controllers and Bodyguards in QLD are required to complete refresher training every 3 years.

View the licensing website for more information.

Northern Territory

You can find more information about licensing in the Northern Territory on the Northern Territory Government Website.

South Australia

Information about licensing requirements for South Australia can be found here.

Once you have obtained your security licence, you are required to complete an additional unit in order to gain employment at a licensed premises.

• Responsible Service of Alcohol

When competent you can apply to the Commissioner of Liquor and Gambling for additional licensing.

Western Australia

We ensure our students have the knowledge and skills to not only be confident in their chosen job but also to pass the WA Police examination to get licensed in WA.

Review the steps to obtain your security licence in WA here.

If you’re still undecided about undertaking a career in security, you can register for a free online career information session to help you make an informed decision. These are complimentary and are run every week!

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Asset College offer a number of employment support options to students in the security training programs. This includes:

• Employer Connection Events – Read more
• Pre-Screening Sessions to prepare you for job applications and interviews
• Assistance with resumes and cover letters
• Industry contacts who are constantly looking to employ our graduates
• VIP access to jobs usually not advertised to the public

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