What This Course Covers
This intensive 6-day SIA Door Supervisor training programme is structured to ensure you meet all regulatory contact hours and assessment requirements set by the awarding body and the Security Industry Authority (SIA).
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English assessment and enrolment paperwork
Introduction to the private security industry
Roles, responsibilities, and legal frameworks
Communication skills and customer service
Equality, diversity, and professional standards
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Principles of Working in the Security Industry Exam
Roles and responsibilities specific to Door Supervisors
Behavioural standards and venue safety
Licensing law and managing licensed premises
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Principles of Working as a Door Supervisor Exam
Report writing and incident documentation
Introduction to Conflict Management
Communication techniques and de-escalation strategies
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Conflict Management Exam
Physical Intervention theory
Legal considerations and use of force
Safe restraint principles
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Searching procedures assessment
Radio communication assessment
Conflict Management practical scenarios
Assessment and feedback
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Safe disengagement techniques
Teamwork and restraint methods
Final practical assessments
Course paperwork, feedback, and completion
Why Choose PES Training Academy?
Experienced trainers with frontline security backgrounds
Centrally located Manchester training venue
Small group sizes for enhanced learning
Scenario-based practical training
Support throughout your SIA licence application journey
We don’t just train you to pass — we train you to perform professionally and confidently in real-world security environments.
Entry Requirements
To enrol on this SIA Door Supervisor course, you must:
Be aged 18 or over
Have the right to work in the UK
Hold a valid Emergency First Aid at Work qualification (minimum 12 months remaining)
Pass a Level 1 English assessment prior to course commencement
Provide valid identification as required by the SIA
Career Opportunities After Qualification
Successful completion allows you to apply for your SIA Door Supervisor Licence, enabling work in:
Licensed premises
Bars and nightclubs
Festivals and live events
Retail security
Corporate security roles
Event and crowd safety operations