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Certificate III in Security Operations

CPP31318
Business & adminCertificate IIINationally recognised
Level 3AQF level
14Units to complete
1 to 2 yearsAQF length guide
60Training providers
Feb 2022Latest release
Source: training.gov.au · AQFQualification details and status from training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education (CPP31318, current release). Typical length is the Australian Qualifications Framework volume-of-learning guide for a Certificate III; actual course length varies by provider and recognition of prior learning.More about our sources: How we check our facts
Occupations and industries on the national register
Occupations
Cash in Transit Security GuardAirport Security OfficerDog Handler (Security)
Industries
Public Safety and SecuritySecurity OperationsAsset Security
Source: training.gov.auAs listed for CPP31318 on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education: the occupations and industry areas in the register's own taxonomy, shown exactly as written. They describe the course on the register; they are not a promise of a job or a pay level.More about our sources: How we check our facts

What you learn

To finish you complete 14 units: 8 core plus 6 electives. Units come from the official list for this course on the national register.

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BSBFLM312Contribute to team effectiveness
CHCCCS020Respond effectively to behaviours of concern
CPPSEC2114Monitor electronic security equipment and respond to alarm events
CPPSEC3101Manage conflict and security risks using negotiation
CPPSEC3102Maintain operational safety and security of work environment
CPPSEC3103Determine and implement response to security risk situation
CPPSEC3104Coordinate monitoring and control of individual and crowd behaviour
CPPSEC3105Coordinate provision of quality security services to clients
CPPSEC3106Gather, organise and present security information and documentation
CPPSEC3107Monitor security and coordinate response from control rooms
CPPSEC3108Store, protect and dispose of security information
CPPSEC3109Use and maintain security databases and compile reports
CPPSEC3110Control persons using batons
CPPSEC3111Restrain persons using handcuffs
CPPSEC3112Manage training and well-being of dogs for security functions
CPPSEC3113Handle dogs for security patrols
CPPSEC3114Control security risk situations using firearms
CPPSEC3115Carry, operate and maintain revolvers for security purposes
CPPSEC3116Carry, operate and maintain semi-automatic pistols for security purposes
CPPSEC3117Carry, operate and maintain shotguns for security purposes
CPPSEC3118Inspect and test cash-in-transit security equipment and rectify faults
CPPSEC3119Implement cash-in-transit security procedures
CPPSEC3120Load and unload cash-in-transit in secured and unsecured environments
CPPSEC3121Control persons using empty hand techniques
CPPSEC3122Plan provision of close protection services
CPPSEC3123Implement close protection services
CPPSEC3124Prepare and present evidence in court
CPPSEC3125Implement security procedures to protect critical infrastructure and public assets
CPPSEC3126Defend persons using spray
CPPSEC3127Conduct security screening using x-ray equipment
CPPSEC3128Conduct security screening using walk-through metal detection equipment
CPPSEC3129Conduct security screening using explosive trace detection equipment
CPPSEC3130Conduct security screening using hand-held metal detectors
CPPSEC3131Select, use and maintain body armour for security purposes
HLTAID011Provide First Aid
HLTAID014Provide Advanced First Aid
HLTAID015Provide advanced resuscitation and oxygen therapy
HLTWHS003Maintain work health and safety
PMAOMIR210Control evacuation to muster point
TLIB0002Carry out vehicle inspection
TLIC1051Operate commercial vehicle
Source: training.gov.auUnit list from the CPP31318 unit grid on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education, current release. Core and elective packaging rules are set by the course; your provider confirms which electives they offer.More about our sources: How we check our facts

Who offers it

60 registered training providers can deliver this course. Pick your state to see local providers first, with everyone who can deliver there below. Or search a name. Each arrow opens the provider's page here, which links to their own website.

ACESGroupBased in NSW · Registered since 1999→
Advance-Forward RTOBased in QLD · Registered since 2017→
ALLEGIANCE INVESTIGATIONS AND SECURITY SERVICESBased in NSW · Registered since 1998→
Alpha Beta College AustraliaBased in NSW · Registered since 2017→
APS Training GroupBased in QLD · Registered since 2008→
Asset CollegeBased in QLD · Registered since 2008→
Asset TrainingBased in TAS · Registered since 2004→
Assurance Training CollegeBased in VIC · Registered since 2017→
ATARO PTY LTDBased in NSW · Registered since 2015→
ATTN PTY LTDBased in VIC · Registered since 2015→
Australian Institute of Skills Pty LtdBased in VIC · Registered since 2015→
Australian Security Education & Consulting Pty LtdBased in ACT · Registered since 2003→
Australian Training Academy Pty LtdBased in QLD · Registered since 1998→
Australian Training InstituteBased in QLD · Registered since 1998→
BARS Training AustraliaBased in QLD · Registered since 2009→
Bendigo Kangan InstituteBased in VIC · Registered since 1995→
BODYGUARD SECURITYBased in QLD · Registered since 1998→
CLET TrainingBased in QLD · Registered since 2006→
Core Security Training, Core Training GroupBased in WA · Registered since 2014→
CROWN TRAINING PTY LTDBased in VIC · Registered since 2012→
DALHOUSIE SECURITY TRAININGBased in VIC · Registered since 2005→
Diverse Training ConceptsBased in ACT · Registered since 2009→
EAGLE TRAINING SERVICES NT PTY LTDBased in NT · Registered since 2006→
Five Star Training AcademyBased in QLD · Registered since 2009→

Providers are listed alphabetically. A listing is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and providers do not pay to appear. Based-in shows each provider's registered head office; most providers deliver online Australia-wide. The → link opens the provider's page on this site, which links to their own website. Contact the provider for current intakes, fees and study modes.