CPP31318 – Certificate III in Security Operations

CPP31318 – Certificate III in Security Operations

CPP31318 – Certificate III in Security Operations is a nationally recognised qualification designed for individuals seeking to deepen and broaden their skills in security operations.

This qualification reflects the role of a security officer responsible for maintaining safety and security by patrolling, protecting and guarding property, screening entry, monitoring behaviour, and removing persons from premises where required.

Occupational Titles May Include

✔ Security Officer

✔ Unarmed Guard

✔ Crowd Controller

Course Overview

This qualification is suitable for individuals who wish to develop broader skills and knowledge in security operations and support the leadership of security teams in the field.

It provides a pathway to further learning and work across various security roles and settings, including security risk management.

Security officers at this level may provide leadership in a team environment, operate under limited supervision, and use discretion and judgement in known and unpredictable work contexts. They may also take responsibility for their own outputs in work and learning, and limited responsibility for the output of others in the work team.

Licensing, Legislative, Regulatory or Certification Requirements

Occupational licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply at the time of publication.

This qualification does not provide the required competencies for a security officer licence. Learners who already hold a security licence may select units as part of this qualification required for additional licence endorsements, including:

✔ Batons and Handcuffs

✔ Canine

✔ Cash-in-Transit

✔ Control Room Operations

✔ Firearms

Entry Requirements

✔ Students must hold a current Security Officer licence in the relevant jurisdiction.

✔ Students should confirm any additional licensing or endorsement requirements with the relevant state or territory authority before enrolment.

Qualification Structure

To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:

14 units of competency

✔ 8 core units

✔ 6 elective units

The elective units must ensure the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome and are to be chosen as follows:

✔ A minimum of 4 elective units must be chosen from the elective units listed below

✔ Up to 2 units may be chosen from the elective units listed below, or elsewhere from the CPP Property Services Training Package or other current Training Packages

✔ Electives selected from outside this qualification must be relevant to the occupational outcome

Note: An asterisk against a unit code listed below indicates that there is a prerequisite.

Core Units

✔ BSBFLM312 – Contribute to team effectiveness

✔ CPPSEC3101 – Manage conflict and security risks through negotiation

✔ CPPSEC3102 – Maintain operational safety and security of work environment

✔ CPPSEC3103 – Determine and implement response to security risk situation

✔ CPPSEC3104 – Coordinate monitoring and control of individual and crowd behaviour

✔ CPPSEC3105 – Coordinate provision of quality security services to clients

✔ CPPSEC3106 – Gather, organise and present security information and documentation

✔ HLTWHS003 – Maintain work health and safety

Elective Units

Elective units may include:

✔ CHCCCS020 – Respond effectively to behaviours of concern

✔ CPPSEC2114 – Monitor electronic security equipment and respond to alarm events

✔ CPPSEC3107 – Monitor security and coordinate response from control rooms

✔ CPPSEC3108 – Store, protect and dispose of security information

✔ CPPSEC3109 – Use and maintain security databases and compile reports

✔ CPPSEC3110 – Control persons using batons

✔ CPPSEC3111 – Restrain persons using handcuffs

✔ CPPSEC3112 – Manage training and wellbeing of dogs for security functions

✔ CPPSEC3113 – Handle dogs for security patrols

✔ CPPSEC3114* – Control security risk situations using firearms

✔ CPPSEC3115 – Carry, operate and maintain revolvers for security purposes

✔ CPPSEC3116 – Carry, operate and maintain semi-automatic pistols for security purposes

✔ CPPSEC3117 – Carry, operate and maintain shotguns for security purposes

✔ CPPSEC3118 – Inspect and test cash-in-transit security equipment

✔ CPPSEC3119 – Implement cash-in-transit security procedures

✔ CPPSEC3120 – Load and unload cash-in-transit in secured and unsecured environments

✔ CPPSEC3121 – Control persons using empty hand techniques

✔ CPPSEC3122 – Plan provision of close protection services

✔ CPPSEC3123 – Implement close protection services

✔ CPPSEC3124 – Prepare and present evidence in court

✔ CPPSEC3125 – Implement security procedures to protect critical infrastructure and public assets

✔ CPPSEC3126 – Defend persons using spray

✔ CPPSEC3127 – Conduct security screening using x-ray equipment

✔ CPPSEC3128 – Conduct security screening using walk-through metal detection equipment

✔ CPPSEC3129 – Conduct security screening using explosive trace detection equipment

✔ CPPSEC3130 – Conduct security screening using hand-held metal detectors

✔ CPPSEC3131 – Select, use and maintain body armour for security purposes

✔ HLTAID014 – Provide advanced first aid

✔ HLTAID015 – Provide advanced resuscitation and oxygen therapy

✔ PMAOMIR210 – Control evacuation to muster point

✔ TLIB0002 – Carry out vehicle inspection

✔ TLIC1051 – Operate commercial vehicle

Licensing Endorsement Skill Sets

CPPSS00059 – Batons and Handcuffs

✔ CPPSEC3110 – Control persons using batons

✔ CPPSEC3111 – Restrain persons using handcuffs

CPPSS00060 – Canine

✔ CPPSEC3112 – Manage training and wellbeing of dogs for security functions

✔ CPPSEC3113 – Handle dogs for security patrols

CPPSS00061 – Cash-in-Transit

✔ CPPSEC3118 – Inspect and test cash-in-transit security equipment

✔ CPPSEC3119 – Implement cash-in-transit security procedures

✔ CPPSEC3120 – Load and unload cash-in-transit in secured and unsecured environments

CPPSS00062 – Control Room Operations

✔ CPPSEC3107 – Monitor security and coordinate response from control rooms

✔ CPPSEC3108 – Store, protect and dispose of security information

✔ CPPSEC3109 – Use and maintain security databases and compile reports

CPPSS00063 – Firearms

✔ CPPSEC3114* – Control security risk situations using firearms

The unit in this skill set includes prerequisite requirements such as relevant firearms units or firearms training approved in the relevant state or territory jurisdiction.

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Looking for Security Training in Victoria or Queensland?

NSTA™ delivers security training through selected training locations across Australia. Students looking for local course availability may also explore:

✔ NSTA Central™ – Security Training in Melbourne, Victoria

✔ NSTA Hillcrest™ – Security Training in Hillcrest, Queensland

Course availability, delivery schedules and enrolment options may vary by location. Students should contact the relevant NSTA™ training location to confirm current course details.