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CPP20218 Certificate II in Security Operations

Duration

3 Weeks

Study Mode

Face to Face
Blended (Online and Face to Face)

Location

Spring Hill Brisbane Campus
Gold Coast Campus
Toowoomba Campus
Townsville Campus
*(North Queensland Region Areas Starting soon)

Intakes

Refer Below

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Course Overview

This qualification reflects the role of a security officer, responsible for maintaining safety and security by patrolling, protecting or guarding property while unarmed, and screening entry, monitoring behaviour and removing persons from premises.

This qualification is intended to align with the following occupational licencing outcomes:

  • security officer – unarmed guard
  • security officer – crowd controller.

Occupational titles could include:

  • security officer
  • unarmed guard
  • crowd controller

It 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.

Security officers may work alone or work in a team environment under general supervision, operating with limited autonomy and judgement to complete routine but variable tasks, with some accountability and responsibility for their own outputs, work and learning.

Occupational licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply at the time of publication.

Career Opportunities

Occupational Licensing Outcomes

This qualification aligns with the following occupational licensing outcomes:

  • Security Officer – Unarmed Guard
  • Security Officer – Crowd Controller
  • Securitry Officer - Monitoring 

Occupational Titles

Graduates may be suited to various roles, including:

  • Security Officer
  • Unarmed Guard
  • Crowd Controller
  • Monitoring 

Pathways and Opportunities

The Certificate II in Security Operations provides a pathway to further learning and employment opportunities in a range of specialised security roles and settings. These include, but are not limited to:

  • Armed Guarding
  • Cash-in-Transit Operations
  • Close Protection Services
  • Control Room Operations
  • Guard Dog Handling

Work Environment and Responsibilities

Security officers who hold Certificate II in Security Operations qualification may work independently or as part of a team. They operate under general supervision with limited autonomy and exercise judgement to perform routine yet variable tasks. Individuals in these roles are accountable for their own outputs, work, and ongoing learning.

Licensing and Regulations

Please note that occupational licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements may apply to the Certificate II in Security Operations qualification. These requirements are subject to change and should be confirmed at the time of enrolment.

Entry Requirements

Qualification Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for the CPP 20218 Certificate II in Security Operations security course qualification.

RTO entry requirements

  • Over 18 years of age.
  • You must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident of Australia or New Zealand or holding the required visa to study and work.
  • Meet English language, literacy, numeracy and Digital requirements which will be assessed on enrolment.
  • Meet Queensland security licencing requirements.

To be eligible for a Queensland Security Licence, you must:

  • be 18 years or older.
  • be a suitable person
  • pass the required training course.

For more information refer to the link: https://ablis.business.gov.au/service/qld/security-provider-licence-class-1-/7253

Unit of Competency

To achieve CPP20218- Certificate II in Security Operations qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:

14 Units of competency

Core units
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
HLTAID011 Provide first aid

Funding & Fees

Career Start – General Training Pathway 

To Understand the funding and Eligibility requirements refer to Funding

Student Co-contribution fee

Number Units Co-contribution fee (Non – Concessional) Co-contribution fee (Concessional)
14 $28 ($2.00Per unit) $14 ($1.00Per unit)

Fee For Service

Number Units Course fee
14 $990.00

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