SIA Door Supervisor Refresher Course
The SIA Door Supervisor Refresher Course is a 2-day qualification you must pass before the SIA renews your Door Supervisor Licence. The course costs £144.99, and the renewal fee is £204, giving a total of £348.99.
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SIA Door Supervisor Top-up Refresher Course
You must complete 2 days of SIA Door Supervisor Top-up Refresher Training to keep working as a door supervisor in the UK. The course updates your knowledge across searching, safeguarding, terror threat awareness, spiking, and physical intervention.
You pass 2 exams and 2 practical assessments, then apply to renew your licence. Once the SIA approves your renewal, you receive your new licence and work legally in the UK for another 3 years.
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Security jobs are available across the UK all year round.
£3,000 Per Month
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Job Role Flexibility
Work in bars, clubs, retail, events, corporate security and more.
Benefits of the Door Supervisor Refresher
The refresher offers 6 practical advantages over allowing a licence to lapse.
Keep your licence valid
Complete the mandatory training that stops your active SIA licence from lapsing.
Meet the latest industry standards
Stay current with the regulations the Security Industry Authority introduced in its 2024 specification.
Avoid career disruption
Renew your badge on time to prevent gaps in your employment.
Sharpen your security skills
Update your tactical knowledge with current enforcement techniques.
Master terror threat awareness
Identify terror threats, report them, and react correctly to emergency situations.
Keep vulnerable people safe
Build the skills to protect vulnerable people and handle drink-spiking incidents.
What Requirements are there for the SIA Door Supervisor Refresher Course?
There are 6 requirements you must meet to enrol on an SIA Door Supervisor Refresher Course in Southampton, set by the Security Industry Authority.
- 01
Current or Recently Expired Licence
You must hold a valid SIA Door Supervisor Licence Southampton, or one that expired within the last 3 years. Past 3 years, you complete the full 6-day SIA Door Supervisor Course again and apply as a first-time applicant.
- 02
First Aid Certificate
You must hold a valid Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) certificate or equivalent with at least 12 months' validity before your refresher start date. It must be classroom-based and cannot be completed entirely online. Add EFAW to your booking for £75, or book it on its own for £99.99.
- 03
ACT Awareness and ACT Security
Complete both e-learning modules before day 1 of your course. Both are free.
- 04
English Language Proficiency
You must read, write, speak, and understand English. Training providers run an English and literacy assessment before the course begins, because you communicate with the public and write incident reports on the job.
- 05
Identity Verification
One valid identity document with a photograph, such as a passport or driving licence.
- 06
Proof of Address
Two separate documents, such as bank statements or utility bills, showing your current address. The addresses must match on both documents.
What Will I Learn on the SIA Door Supervisor Refresher Course?
The SIA Door Supervisor Refresher Course Southampton runs for 2 consecutive days across 2 units. The units cover searching people and premises, protecting vulnerable people, terror threat awareness, spiking, and physical intervention, so you handle each situation legally. Check the units below for the full breakdown.
Principles of Working as a Door Supervisor (Refresher)
This unit refreshes your knowledge of key Door Supervisor responsibilities, including searching, protecting vulnerable people, terror threat awareness and responding to spiking incidents.
Searching people, property, and premises
✓ Types of searches used by Door Supervisors
✓ When and how to obtain permission to search
✓ Entry conditions and refusing entry after a declined search
✓ Searching people, bags, property, and premises safely
✓ Hazards, precautions, and incident response during a search
✓ Recording searches and handling prohibited or restricted items
✓ Searching individuals with diverse needs respectfully
Protecting vulnerable people
✓ Your duty of care towards vulnerable people
✓ Identifying factors that make someone vulnerable
✓ Recognising signs of abuse, exploitation, or predatory behaviour
✓ Responding to allegations of sexual assault
✓ Dealing with anti-social behaviour safely and professionally
✓ When to report and escalate concerns
Terror threat awareness
✓ The different UK terror threat levels
✓ Recognising common terror attack methods
✓ What to do during a terror threat or incident
✓ Dealing with suspicious items using the correct procedures
✓ Spotting suspicious behaviour and possible hostile reconnaissance
✓ Responding safely and reporting concerns
Spiking awareness and response
✓ The different methods of spiking
✓ The law around spiking and venue responsibilities
✓ Recognising signs that a drink has been spiked
✓ Identifying suspicious behaviour linked to attempted spiking
✓ When someone is at higher risk of spiking
✓ How venues and Door Supervisors prevent spiking
✓ Managing and reporting a suspected spiking incident
Application of Physical Intervention Skills (Refresher)
This unit refreshes your understanding of how to use physical intervention safely, legally and proportionately, while reducing risk and minimising harm.
Risks of physical intervention
✓ Legal and professional responsibilities when using physical intervention
✓ Why physical intervention is a last resort
✓ Key risks linked to restraint, prolonged holds, and incidents on the ground
✓ Reducing harm through dynamic risk assessment and safer working practices
✓ Monitoring a person during physical intervention and responding to medical emergencies
✓ Reporting, reflecting, and accessing support after an incident
Personal safety and disengagement techniques
✓ Safe stance and positioning skills
✓ Non-aggressive skills to protect yourself and others
✓ Evading and protecting against blows
✓ Disengaging from grabs and holds
✓ Intervening safely to stop assaults or fights
✓ Communicating throughout to de-escalate
Escorting and holding techniques
✓ Non-pain compliant escorting techniques
✓ Safe methods for physically prompting and guiding a person
✓ One-person and two-person low-level restrictive standing holds
✓ Escorting someone safely up or down stairs
✓ Moving from disengagement to escorting techniques
✓ De-escalating and disengaging safely after a physical intervention
What Will I Learn on the SIA Door Supervisor Refresher Course?
The SIA Door Supervisor Refresher Course runs for 2 consecutive days across 2 units. The units cover searching people and premises, protecting vulnerable people, terror threat awareness, spiking, and physical intervention, so you handle each situation legally. Check the units below for the full breakdown.
The table below shows the pass mark and duration for each unit.
| Course Units | Pass Mark | Exam Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Unit 1: Principles of Working as a Door Supervisor (Refresher) | 25/35 (70%) | 55 minutes |
| Unit 2: Application of Physical Intervention Skills (Refresher) | 24/30 (80%) | 45 minutes |
Your Journey — 5 Steps
How to Renew Your SIA Door Supervisor Licence
There are 5 steps to renewing your SIA Door Supervisor Licence and helping avoid a break in your work.
Step 1 of 5
Book Your Course
Choose an SIA-endorsed training provider and secure your place before your licence expires. You can apply to renew your SIA licence from 4 months before its expiry date.
Step 2 of 5
Pass the Course
Complete the required refresher training, including both course units. You will need to pass the required written examinations and practical assessments.
Step 3 of 5
Apply for Renewal
Once you have successfully completed the course, your training provider will process your refresher qualification. You can then submit your Door Supervisor Licence renewal application through the SIA.
Step 4 of 5
Verify & Pay
Complete the required identity verification through the available SIA process and pay the £204 licence renewal fee so that your application can progress through the SIA checks
Step 5 of 5
Get Your Licence
The SIA will process your renewal application and carry out the required checks. Allow sufficient time for processing before your current licence expires. Once approved, your renewed Door Supervisor Licence will be valid for another 3 years.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is SIA Training?
SIA Training is a government-recognised qualification you complete to work legally in the UK private security industry. SIA stands for the Security Industry Authority, the official body that regulates security professionals.
Security Industry Authority Training proves you can handle real situations during security work. You complete the training structured by the SIA before you apply for an SIA licence.
Can I Do SIA Training Online?
No, you cannot complete SIA Certificate Training online. My Badge provides self-study material you work through before your course day starts and during the course, which helps you prepare for the exams.
Why Do I Need SIA Training to Work in Security?
The Private Security Industry Act 2001 requires you to complete licence-linked training before you apply for an SIA licence. Working without a licence carries an unlimited fine and up to 6 months in prison.
What is an SIA Licence and What Does It Let Me Do?
An SIA licence is a physical, photographic plastic badge issued by the Security Industry Authority that legally allows you to work in the private security sector.
What SIA Training Courses Do You Offer?
We offer 7 SIA courses listed below:
- SIA Door Supervisor Course
- SIA Security Guard Course
- SIA CCTV Operator Course
- SIA Close Protection Course
- SIA Door Supervisor Refresher Course
- SIA Security Guard Refresher Course
- SIA Close Protection Refresher Course
Which SIA Course Should I Take?
The SIA Door Supervisor Course suits most learners because it covers every duty a Security Guard performs and adds venues that serve alcohol. Match the course to the venues you want to work in and the hours you want to work.
Nightclubs, bars, and festivals need a Door Supervisor Licence. Offices, warehouses, retail parks, and residential buildings need a Security Guard Licence. Control rooms and public space camera monitoring need a CCTV Operator Licence.
What is an SIA Approved Training Provider?
An SIA Approved Training Provider is a training centre authorised to deliver SIA courses and regulated assessments. Approved providers confirm learner identity, verify entry requirements including first aid certification and English language proficiency, and submit assessment paperwork for marking.
My Badge is a platform that lists SIA Training Centres across multiple cities. Every SIA Training Centre listed on My Badge is approved to deliver these qualifications, so completions count directly towards SIA licence applications. Search by location, course type, and available date to find a provider near you.
What is a Licence-Linked SIA Qualification?
A licence-linked SIA qualification is a regulated qualification recognised by the SIA as meeting the training requirements for a specific security licence under the Private Security Industry Act 2001.
Completing a qualification is the only pathway to an SIA licence. There is no route to an SIA licence through experience alone. The Door Supervisor, Security Guard, and CCTV Operator courses each lead to a Level 2 Award in their respective sectors. The Close Protection course leads to a Level 3 Certificate. Every SIA Certificate Training course listed on My Badge is a licence-linked qualification, so every booking through the platform counts towards a valid SIA licence application.
How Much Does SIA Training Cost in the UK?
SIA Training costs £230 to £2,500 depending on the licence you apply for. Add the £204 SIA licence application fee and your first aid certificate to reach your total.
Course Prices by Licence Type
- CCTV Operator: £230.00
- Security Guard: £189.99
- Door Supervisor: £374.99
- Close Protection: £2,500.00
- Door Supervisor Refresher: £145.00
- Security Guard Refresher: £134.99
- Close Protection Refresher: £549.99
First Aid and Licence Fees
- EFAW booked as an add-on with any SIA course: £75.00
- EFAW booked on its own: £99.99
- SIA licence application fee: £204.00
A Door Supervisor pays £375 for the course, £75 for the EFAW add-on, and £204 for the licence, giving a total of £654. Your first resit is free. Further resits cost £80 per paper.
How Long Does SIA Training Take?
SIA Badge Training takes 1 to 21 days, depending on the licence you apply for.
Course Durations by Licence Type
- Security Guard Refresher: 1 day.
- Door Supervisor Refresher: 2 days.
- CCTV Operator: 3 days. Includes 22 hours of classroom learning.
- Security Guard: 4 days. Includes 28 hours of classroom learning.
- Door Supervisor: 6 days. Includes 44 hours of classroom learning.
- Close Protection: 16 to 21 days. Requires a minimum of 140 hours of intensive training.
Mandatory Extra Time
Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) adds 1 full day to your training. You complete this before your Door Supervisor or Security Guard course. Self-study adds 3 to 8 hours of mandatory e-learning at home before your classroom course begins.
What Are the Entry Requirements for SIA Training?
There are 5 entry requirements for SIA Training:
- Age of 18 years or older
- Emergency First Aid at Work certificate or equivalent
- English language ability to read, write, speak and understand
- 1 photographic identification document
- Right to work in the UK
Do I Need a First Aid Certificate Before SIA Training?
Yes, you need EFAW or an equivalent certificate before SIA Training. Add EFAW to your SIA course booking on My Badge for £75 if you do not already hold one. EFAW booked on its own costs £99.99.
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