SIA Top Up Refresher Training Course Level 2
Door Supervisors and Security guards must complete an SIA Top Up Refreher Training in order to renew their SIA licence.
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1 Day Security Guard Top-Up Refresher
Join us in a SIA Security Guard Top Up Refresher Training to renew your licence
SIA Top-Up Refresher Training for Door Supervisor
The SIA Refresher Training for Door Supervisors is a mandatory requirement for renewing your SIA Door Supervisor or Security Guard licence. From April 2025, all licence holders must complete this refresher training before renewal.
Until 31 March 2025, those with a pre-April 2021 qualification must complete either Top-Up Training or Refresher Training. This course ensures security professionals stay updated with industry regulations, safety procedures, and best practices to maintain public safety and compliance.
Do I Need First Aid To Renew My SIA Licence?
To renew your SIA licence, you must complete first aid plus top-up training. The SIA requires all Security Guards and Door Supervisors to complete emergency first aid training before applying for their licence.
Furthermore, you must complete a compulsory 2-day additional ‘Top-Up’ Refresher training to renew your SIA license. SIA is changing how Security Guard and Door Supervisor Licenses are renewed from the 1st of October.
You must have an Emergency First Aid at Work qualification before they can take the refresher training. Book your SIA Door Supervisor Refresher Training to meet the April 2025 deadline.
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Assessment Methods & Requirements
Entry Requirements
- Language Proficiency: Learners must communicate effectively in English (reading, writing, speaking, and listening).
- Age Requirement: Learners must be 18 or older to undertake this qualification and apply for the SIA licence.
Overview of SIA Top Up Refresher Training For Door Supervisor
The SIA Refresher Training for Door Supervisors is a mandatory course designed to ensure that security professionals stay updated with the latest industry regulations, safety procedures, and best practices. From April 2025, all Door Supervisors and Security Guards must complete this training before renewing their licence. Those with a pre-April 2021 qualification must complete either Top-Up Training or Refresher Training before 31 March 2025 to remain eligible for renewal.
Module 1: Principles of Terror Threat Awareness in the Private Security Industry Exam
- Assessment Method: MCQ exam
- Number of Questions: 10
- Duration: 20 minutes
- Pass Requirements: 7/10
Module 2: Principles of Using Equipment as a Door Supervisor in the Private Security Industry Exam
- Assessment Method: MCQ exam
- Number of Questions: 5
- Duration: 10 minutes
- Pass Requirements: 4/5
Module 3: Application of Physical Intervention Skills in the Private Security Industry Exam
- Assessment Method: MCQ exam
- Number of Questions: 30
- Duration: 45 minutes
- Pass Requirements: 80% (24/30)
Practical Exam For the Physical Intervention Skills:
Candidates must demonstrate knowledge in critical areas of physical intervention, including:
Identifying risk factors involved with the use of physical intervention.
Recognizing signs and symptoms associated with acute behavioural disturbance (ABD) and psychosis.
Stating specific risks associated with positional asphyxia and prolonged physical interventions.
Identifying appropriate methods to deal with physical interventions on the ground.
Managing and monitoring a person’s safety during physical intervention.
The practical exam ensures candidates are fully aware of critical knowledge areas of physical intervention.
What Is SIA Top-Up Refresher Training?
SIA Top-up Refresher training is mandatory to renew your SIA licence in the UK. To renew your licence, you must undergo Top-up Refresher Training + Emergency First Aid Training, Security Guard (One-Day Training), and Door Supervisor (Two-Day Training).
You must complete the SIA Top Up Refresher Training and First Aid course to renew your SIA Licence. The SIA Renewal Training will take two days to complete.
You must also complete an emergency first aid course to apply for your SIA renewal.
Course | SIA Top Up Refresher Training 2024 |
Duration | SIA Door Supervisor Top-Up Refresher Course (2 Days Training) SIA Security Guard Top-Up Refresher Course (1 Day Training) |
Cost | £150 Top Up Refresher Only £200 Top UP Refresher + First Aid Course |
Results | Most students get results back within ten working days. |
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SIA Top-Up Refresher Exams | 3 Multiple Choice ExamsTerror Threat Awareness in the Private Security Industry:
Using Equipment as a Door Supervisor in the Private Security Industry:
Application of Physical Intervention Skills in the Private Security Industry:
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SIA Top-Up Refresher Training Course
EXAM Sample Question Below:
1. Why has a code of Behavior for door supervisors been produced?
To improve communication with the local authority.
Improve working relations with the police.
Review the conduct of customers.
To set national standards of conduct.
2. Under the Private Security Industry Act 2001, what must a person have to be able to work as a door supervisor?
A licence to practice
SIA Top UP Refresher Training Mock Exams:
- SIA Top Up Refresher Training Door Supervisor Mock Exam
- Mock SIA Top UP Refresher Training Security Guard Mock Exam
- Physical Intervention Mock Exam
SIA Top UP Refresher Training Course Content:
To complete SIA Renewal Training you will need to study the below Units and successfully pass the exams for the below Units:
- Principles of Terror Threat Awareness in the Private Security Industry
- Principles of Using Equipment as a Door Supervisor in the Private Security Industry.
- Applications of Physical Intervention Skills in the Private Security Industry.
What is the requirement to renew my SIA licence badge?
The SIA Top Up Refresher Training course is compulsory from 1 October 2021. The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is changing the way that Security Guard (SG) and Door Supervisor (DS) licences are renewed. To renew your licence from this date, you must complete additional training, called ‘Top-Up Refresher ’ training / “Top Up Refresher Door Supervisor Refresher”.
This new SIA renewal course will upskill door supervisors and security guards. It is a two-day SIA Renewal Training course with a workbook that must be completed before attending the face-to-face training.
You must complete Top Up Refresher Training plus a First Aid Certificate to renew your SIA licence.
Why do I need the SIA Top Up Refresher Training Course for a Door Supervisor Licence?
Completing the Top Up Refresher Door Supervisor training to renew your licence will be compulsory. From 1 April 2025, all SIA Door Supervisors and Security Guards must complete an SIA Refresher Training Course before applying for licence renewal.
Top-Up Refresher Door Supervisor Training mandatory refresher qualification ensures security professionals stay updated with industry standards and legal requirements. Until 31 March 2025, Door Supervisors with pre-April 2021 qualifications must complete either SIA Top-Up Training or the refresher course to be eligible for licence renewal.
Do I need an SIA Top-up Refresher Training course for a Security Guard licence?
Yes, you will need a 1 Day Security Guard SIA top-up training if you currently hold an SIA Security Guard licence, which means you must attend an SIA renewal training.
Furthermore, an emergency first aid certificate is compulsory to renew your security guard licence.
What will the SIA Top-Up Refresher Training course include?
Security Guard licence holders must undergo one day of top-up Refresher training. This training will include Terror Threat Awareness and Minimising Personal Risk for Security Officers. Furthermore, Part of the SIA changes also requires licence holders to have an Emergency First Aid Certificate. Before renewing your licence, you must prove you have a minimum of 12 months before expiry on any current first aid certificate, or you must attend an Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) qualification or equivalent.
Location:
Park Royal London NW10 7SU, London Bridge SE1 1NP, Enfield North London EN3 7GD, Ealing London W5 5BW, Surrey CR4 3JR, Hounslow London TW6 2AB, Elephant & Castle London SE1 8EN, Wood Green North London N22 5NJ, Croydon London CR0 1TS, Stratford East London E15 2NE, Wembley Middlesex HA9 8DS, Lewisham London SE13 6EE, Barking Essex IG11 7FN, Harrow Middlesex HA1 1BD, Greenwich SE London SE10 8FR
Have Any Questions?
FAQ SIA Top Up Refresher Training
Who is this Top Up Refresher Course for?
- Top Up Training Course is for individuals who currently have an SIA Door Supervisor Licence or a Security guard licence and they wish to renew their SIA Licence.
How can I book and pay for the course?
You book and pay using your credit card or debit card securely online or over the phone. You can also pay via bank transfer. Please contact us if you would like to make the payment via bank transfer.
Lastly, you can find and book the nearest course online using our course finder or by calling us on 0208 050 4108
When will I receive my examination result?
Results are published online within 10-14 working days after your examination date. You will be notified by SMS and email when they are ready to view – in the rare case your results are delayed, we will always keep you informed.
What is the minimum Age Requirement ?
The minimum age requirement is 18.
When will I receive my certificate?
Certificates are usually dispatched 10-14 days after successful course completion. Please contact us – if it has been over 14 days so we can verify your address and arrange for a replacement.
Please note, you don’t need a certificate to apply for your SIA Licence.
Important Notice for Learners with Health Conditions
If you have any health conditions or specific needs that could impact your course experience, please let us know *15 working days before Booking Course*. This will enable us to offer appropriate guidance and arrange any additional support needed to ensure a safe, comfortable, and positive learning environment.
Your well-being is our priority, and we’re here to support your success.
I want to renew my Licence as a Security Guard, is this course right for me?
Yes, you would need an SIA Top Up Training to renew your Door Supervisor Licence to allows you to work as a Security Guard and a Door Supervisor.
That means – you can work in retail security, nightclubs and events with a Door Supervisor Licence.
What ID documents do I have to bring along?
It is a regulatory requirement to do an identity check for all security-related qualifications. Therefore, candidates who are attending Licence linked course are requested to provide the following upon arrival;
- Two passport size photos
- Original passport of any nationality or UK photo Drivers Licence
- Two forms of address proof (originals)
Please see the joining instructions as a range of other documents can be accepted.
Note: You will not be able to sit the exam if you do not have the correct ID Documents. (Government Requirement)
I have not received the booking confirmation email
Check your SPAM folder, emails can occasionally land in there.
If you don’t find the email in your SPAM, we may have a wrong email address for you. Please contact us, so we can verify your email address and re-send you the booking confirmation email.
What if my course is cancelled?
We hate it when training providers have to cancel a course – but it can happen for reasons outside our control. If your course is cancelled – we will offer you an alternate date, if that date is not suitable, we will offer you an instant refund.
Does the course fee include the SIA Licence application fee?
The course fee does not include the licence fee. The licence application fee of £220 is payable to directly to the SIA when applying for the licence – which is valid for three years.
What other areas do you cover?
- Acton
- Archway
- Arkley
- Barnet, Hertfordshire
- Belsize Park
- Bloomsbury
- Brent Cross
- Brondesbury
- Brondesbury Park
- Camden Town
- Chalk Farm
- Child’s Hill
- City of Westminster
- Cricklewood
- Dartmouth Park
- Dollis Hill
- Ealing
- East Finchley
- Finchley
- Fitzrovia
- Golders Green
- Golders Hill Park
- Gospel Oak
- Hampstead
- Harlesden
- Holloway
- Islington
- Kensal Green
- Kentish Town
- Kilburn
- Kings Cross
- Ladbroke Grove
- Lisson Grove
- Maida Vale
- Marylebone
- Mill Hill
- Neasden
- North Acton
- Old Oak Common
- Paddington
- Park Royal
- Parliament Hill
- Primrose Hill
- Queens Park
- Regent’s Park
- South Hampstead
- St Johns Wood
- St Pancras
- Stonebridge
- Swiss Cottage
- Tufnell Park
- Upper Holloway
- Warwick Avenue
- West Hampstead
- West Kilburn
- Westbourne Green
- Willesden
- Willesden Green
SIA Top Up Refresher Course Reviews
- 4.9 Course Rating · Based on 1594 Student Reviews
Aravind was great – really helpful and professional throughout the course
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Perfect course for anyone looking to become a Door Supervisor in Canary Wharf.
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