Get certified to use handcuffs and batons for security purposes with the CPPSS00059 Batons and Handcuffs Skill Set. This nationally recognised training course is for licensed security officers and delivers a mix of hands-on technical skills, plus competencies in negotiation and conflict diffusion. The course covers: drawing and holding batons, correct stance and tactical positioning, applying defensive strikes on target areas of the body, monitoring wellbeing of subject, restraining persons using handcuffs, ensuring personal safety, and much more. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, graduation competencies, and enrolment centres near you. PLEASE NOTE: this skillset can be completed as a standalone course or as part of the CPP31318 Certificate III in Security Operations (or similar). Contact your course provider before enrolment if you are wanting to upgrade to a full qualification.
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Entry requirements for the Batons and Handcuffs Skill Set vary depending on the institution but generally include completion of Year 12 with a minimum ATAR, VET pathway courses or prior experience.
If you don't meet the standard entry criteria, enquire with a course provider to discuss alternative entry pathways.
Course fees vary depending on the course provider.
The Batons and Handcuffs Skill Set will prepare you for the following roles.
A Security Guard looks after the safety of people, property or valuable items. You might be assigned to stand guard at an area where there are secu...
A Security Officer ensures the safety of an area, person or valuable item they have been assigned to. You may look after crowd control at a large e...
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