Security Qualifications

Under the Private Security Act 2001, all individuals wishing to work in the private security industry must hold a recognised qualification before applying for a licence.


Individuals working in the private security industry must undergo a structured training programme, resulting in one of the recognised security qualifications. Applicants who do not hold a qualification endorsed by the Security Industry Authority (SIA) may have their licence application refused.


Education and Assessment’s security qualifications are fully endorsed by the SIA and regulated by Ofqual, Qualifications Wales, CCEA and SQA Accreditation.


The list of qualifications can be found below. If there any queries just get in contact with one of our support staff.


  • Highfield Award for CCTV Operators (Public Space Surveillance) in the Private Security Industry (Scotland) at SCQF Level 6
  • Highfield Award for Door Supervisors in the Private Security Industry (Scotland) at SCQF Level 6
  • Highfield Award for Door Supervisors in the Private Security Industry (Top Up) (Scotland)
  • Highfield Award for Security Officers in the Private Security Industry (Scotland) at SCQF Level 6
  • Highfield Award for Security Officers in the Private Security Industry (Top Up) (Scotland)
  • Highfield Level 2 Award for CCTV Operators (Public Space Surveillance) in the Private Security Industry
  • Highfield Level 2 Award for Door Supervisors in the Private Security Industry
  • Highfield Level 2 Award for Door Supervisors in the Private Security Industry (Top Up)
  • Highfield Level 2 Award for Security Officers in the Private Security Industry
  • Highfield Level 2 Award for Security Officers in the Private Security Industry (Top Up)
  • Highfield Level 2 Certificate in Principles of Providing Security Services (RQF)
  • Highfield Level 2 Certificate in Providing Security Services (RQF)
  • Highfield Level 3 Award for Physical Intervention Trainers in the Private Security Industry
  • Highfield Level 3 Award in Taking Control of Goods (RQF) - coming soon
  • Highfield Level 3 Award in the Safe Use of Mechanical Restraints (Handcuffs) (RQF)
  • Highfield Level 3 Certificate for Working as a Close Protection Operative within the Private Security Industry