Asset College
Certificate II in Security Operations
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This course is for new entrants to the security industry looking to obtain a Security Licence. It is the first course you must complete. Asset College’s security guard course was developed with industry, for industry and delivered by trainers with decades of experience in the industry!
Asset College offers a number of employment support options to assist you while completing our security training program including employer connection events, pre-employment support sessions, assistance with resumes and VIP access to jobs not usually advertised to the public!
Delivery Options
QLD/NT/SA/ACT
This course is delivered online followed by an 8 day workshop.
NSW
This course is delivered online followed by a 10 day workshop plus HLTAID011 Provide First Aid.
VIC
Online plus 10 days face to face.
If you have not already completed your HLTAID011 Provide First Aid course the total in class days will be 11 days.
Delivery mode
Asset College offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Albury
- Ashmore
- Bairnsdale
- Ballarat
- Bendigo
- Bundaberg
- Cairns
- Canberra
- Dandenong
- Darwin
- Frankston
- Geelong
- Griffith
- Horsham
- Logan Central
- Mackay
- Mildura
- Mount Isa
- North Lakes
- Parramatta
- Rockhampton
- Roma
- Shepparton
- Sunshine Coast
- Townsville
- Traralgon
- Tullamarine
- Wagga Wagga
- Wantirna
- Warnambool
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
For entry to this course you must be eligible to apply for a Security Providers Licence in your state or territory:
- Be 18 years or older (You can enrol and complete your training at the age of 17 and 9 months but cannot apply for your licence until you are 18)
- Have not been convicted of a disqualifying offence in the past 10 years
- Be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold an appropriate Visa to work in Australia
Course fees
- QLD Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the QLD Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Career opportunities
The Certificate II in Security Operations will prepare you for the following roles.
Security Guard
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...
Security Officer
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...
CCTV Operator
A CCTV Operator uses security footage to monitor the safety of an area or premises. You might be keeping an eye on patrons or facilities or you cou...
Bodyguard
A Bodyguard provides protective security services to clients. You might attend specific events with a client or provide everyday security services....
Locksmith
A Locksmith installs locks and other security systems in a range of settings. You might specialise in residential work or focus on commercial or in...
Crowd Controller
A Crowd Controller manages the behaviour of large groups of people at events such as concerts and sporting competitions. You’ll ensure crowds are b...
Sheriff
A Sheriff enforces court orders, manages the execution of warrants, and oversees the security of courtrooms. You might work in a regional or urban...
About Asset College
Asset College has helped tens of thousands of people and businesses to improve their knowledge and skills. The name “ASSET” is widely recognised as a quality training provider thanks to the continually improving knowledge and skills of the ASSET Team.
