I want to start teaching adults, which course do I need?

The normal entry route is via the PTLLS Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector
Check with your employer. If you are an employer or self-employed, check with the awarding body/exam board you are working with.

I want to teach SIA recognised courses such as Door Supervisors, Security Guards or Close Protection Officers.  Which qualifications do I need ?

All new trainers for these courses must achieve PTLLS Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector and 1886 Certificate for Deliverers of Conflict Management Training or equivalent. See our Combined Course to get both of these together.

I find the number codes (7302, 7303 etc) confusing. What do they mean?

This numbering system used by City and Guilds can cause confusion. The current entry level teacher training qualification is the 7303 Certificate in Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector. More details on the current qualifications can be found at the City and Guilds website

I already have a teaching qualification. Do I need a new one?

You might not need a new qualification. Full details of the "Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills" schemes can be found here QTLS

Who is the Level 3 Award for Physical Intervention Trainers in the Private Security Industry for?

This Level 3 Award is for trainers and teachers in the security industry and those who wishes to train other students how to effectively use physical intervention skills. This includes trainers of the new SIA Door Supervisor awards

What qualification is obtained from this physical intervention training course?

Level 3 Award for Physical Intervention Trainers in the Private Security Industry is awarded to all successful candidates.  The new City and Guilds QCF award will also be awarded when launched.

Why do I need this physical intervention qualification?

You will need this award if you wish to teach Physical Intervention Training in the Private Security Industry as part of the SIA licence to practice scheme. This Master Trainer award completes the requirements of the Awarding Bodies and SIA

What standards does this physical intervention qualification conform to?

Your Level 3 Award for Deliverers of Physical Intervention Training in the Private Security Industry will comply with the specifications laid down by SIA and the awarding body.

How long will it take to complete the physical intervention training course?

Level 3 Award for Deliverers of Physical Intervention Training in the Private Security Industry course is completed in three or four days.

Does Carlton Training offer the physical intervention training course?

Yes, Carlton Training offers this Physical Intervention trainers course at our physical training centres in London, Chesterfield Warrington and Norwich

Will candidates get individual attention from physical intervention tutors on this course?

Yes, our small class sizes allow quality tuition during the physical intervention training course and enable our instructors to give candidates the attention needed.

Can students get injured during physical intervention training?

The physical intervention course does not involve techniques such as striking or pushing.  The safe practice of these skills will be supervised by the physical intervention trainer at all times.  Risk assessment is part of the course requirements.

What are the entry requirements for the Level 3 Award for Deliverers of Physical Intervention Training course?

To enrol on this course you will need :

PTLLS Preparing to Teach in the Lifelong Learning Sector – or equivalentand 1886 Conflict Management Trainers Certificate - or equivalent

Students must have the physical ability to complete the course.

Call us on 0845 299 4049 to find out more.