Nope! Looked into it myself. There are people out there willing to offer you a job but it's illegal for them to do so. The Police has clamped down on it and go around checking bouncers credentials, so if you're caught it means a fine and a criminal record.
Sorry mate, I know why you're asking. It's not that expensive to get a badge but it takes forever to get one!
A SIA Licence stands for 'Security Industry Authority'. In order to find a job within the security industry you need to have a SIA Licence, and you will need to keep your licence updated. You can work as a Door Supervisor, Security Guard, CCTV Operator, it is illegal to work in any of these positons without a SIA Licence.
In order to apply for an SIA badge you need to register for a training course, a number of security companies throughout UK offer these courses such as Get Licensed http://www.get-licensed.co.uk they offer training courses in London, Birmingham, Manchester, Cardiff, Portsmouth, Plymouth, Norwich, Bristol, Brighton, Glasgow etc. Upon successful completion of the training course you may apply for an SIA badge I have completed the training course and now need funding for an SIAS Badge can youtell me where to go for help in bristol.
In order to apply for an SIA license in UK, you need to obtain SIA training. SIA training courses such as Security Guard, Door Supervisor, CCTV are offered by a number of companies such as Linx Security Training; http://www.linxtraining.co.uk. The license is valid for three years, upon successful completion of the training course, you can apply for the license. SIA application packs can be ordered through the SIA website.
An SIA licence is a recognised licence for security staff and door staff in the UK. The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is the organisation responsible for regulating the private security industry in the UK. It demonstrstes that the holder has completed the necessary level of competence required for the role and is regulated by the SIA.
An SIA licence is a recognised licence for security staff and door staff in the UK. The Security Industry Authority (SIA) is the organisation responsible for regulating the private security industry in the UK. It demonstrstes that the holder has completed the necessary level of competence required for the role and is regulated by the SIA.
TSA, BAA, SIA, and for more air port companies in need of security officers you can regularly check your newspapers if any such job advertisement gets printed or research on the internet.
To get your SIA license you need SIA training, which can be obtained from You can obtain SIA training from SIA listed companies, they are able to provide certified SIA training. Listed companies like AAB Training, SIA security school in London, Birmingham, Manchester, Cardiff, Portsmouth. Good Luck with your training, it's good fun!
The SIA is the Security Industry Authority, a body responsible for regulating the UK security industry. If you want to work as a security officer or agency in the UK, you must register with the SIA. Not to be confused with the ISA which was the Independent Safeguarding Authority (closed in 2012), the ISA was once responsible for the regulation of people working in specific capacities with vulnerable groups.
SIA training is useful for people who are in charge of security for an event. A licence is required by people who work the door for nightclubs and pubs. It is also a requirement of security guards.
SIA (Security Industry Authority) is a UK organization responsible for regulating the private security industry. The SIA format refers to the standards and guidelines set by the SIA for licensing and training security personnel to ensure professionalism and competence in the industry.
Yes an SIA license will help you greatly when apply for security jobs. Not only is the SIA a requirement, you also have to have good communication skills and be in good physical condition.
learningtree.com offers information on security training and taking all of the courses you will need to get your certification. they have on site locations to train you and online courses as well.