Highfield Level 2 International Security guard course

Highfield Level 2 International Security guard course
NZ$650.00

While this qualification is not a legal requirement in New Zealand, completing this course will significantly enhance your employment opportunities both locally and internationally.

The Highfield Level 2 Security Officer Course is designed for individuals responsible for securing buildings, sites, and other environments where guarding activities are required. This internationally recognised qualification, accredited in the United Kingdom, demonstrates your professionalism and competence in the security industry—making you a more competitive candidate for security roles worldwide.

Topics covered include

  • Understand legislation as it applies to a security operative
  • Understand arrest procedures relevant to security operatives
  • Understand the importance of safe working practices
  • Understand fire procedures in the work place
  • Understand emergencies and the importance of emergency procedures
  • Understand how to communicate effectively as a security operative
  • Understand record-keeping relevant to the role of the security operative
  • Understand terror threats and the role of the security operative in the event of a threat
  • Understand how to keep vulnerable people safe
  • Understand good practice for post incident management
  • Understand the roles and responsibilities of security officers
  • Understand the control of access and egress
  • Know the different types of electronic and physical protection systems in the security environment
  • Know how to minimise risk to personal safety at work
  • Know how to conduct effective search procedures
  • Understand how to patrol designated areas safely
  • Understand the principles of conflict management appropriate to the role
  • Understand how to recognise, assess and reduce risk in conflict situations
  • Understand the use of problem-solving techniques when resolving conflicts
  • Be able to communicate to de-escalate conflict

Prerequisites 

The qualification is approved for people aged 18 years and older.

Must be able to communicate effectively in written and spoken English.

Must be of reasonable health and fitness levels due to the nature of the course.

Assessment

Assessment is by way of a practical and multiple choice assessment. 

 

Duration

32 hours of training, This course may be available as E-learning.  

Training locations 

Africa
Bosnia
Fiji

Philipines
New Zealand 

Awarding Body