Course Overview
Delivered by one of our recognised security management trainers, this course is a comprehensive introduction to the essentials of corporate security management. This course is delivered as a classroom or virtual course; Live virtual courses are delivered separately to classroom courses.
This course focuses on the core requirements to secure people and other critical assets, including risk assessments, risk matrix creation, and how to prepare a business case for security provisions to a senior management team.
It is designed to provide those with security responsibilities with the knowledge and confidence to manage a successful security management function. You will learn the fundamentals of security management with an emphasis on risk methodology and designing appropriate security measures.
This programme takes the form of lectures, workshops, discussions and exercises. Learners are placed into groups and are tasked to solve typical security problems together. The assessment is started during the course by means of the learner workbook, a project presentation and trainer evaluation. You will be supported by the tutor to ensure you have the very best learning experience.
Virtual classroom delivery
If opting for virtual training, please note that you will need a stable internet connection, and a microphone, speakers and webcam. This is so you can fully interact with the class in the same way you would in a face-to-face training setting. We recommend you disable your email application when joining live classroom training; this is to minimise any distractions and interruptions, ensuring you are fully focused on the course.
Bear in mind time zone differences; our classes are run using GMT or BST time zone depending on time of year.
If you’d like to join this course, choose from either the classroom or virtual live delivery at check-out.
(Learners will not be able to dial in to a classroom course.)
Key Details
28th April - 2nd May 2025, (live via Zoom)
13th - 17th October 2025, Leicester, UK
£1,350 + VAT (Classroom Training)
£850 + VAT (Virtual Training)
core content
- Security risk measurement and management
- Designing loss prevention measures
- An introduction to security surveying
- Physical security of perimeters
- Physical security of buildings
- Access control
- Intruder detection systems
- CCTV and lighting
- Introduction to investigations
- Personnel selection and deployment
- Procedures and emergencies
- Security of information and IT systems
- Protection against explosive devices
- Protection of at-risk personnel
The course is aimed at security managers, and those with security responsibilities, who wish to support their practical experience with a formal security-related qualification. This is also a very good foundation level course for those new to their role. If you would like to learn more about developing your career pathway, visit the Career Pathway page here.
When you study with us, you can expect to meet professionals from all sectors and industries, joining a network of learners from across the globe.
WHO WILL BENEFIT
ABOUT THE COURSE
Welcome to the Security Coordination and Design SRF BTEC Level 4 training course, designed for those with security responsibilities who wish to support their practical experience with a formal security related qualification.
On this course, we invite you to join our expert instructors as they introduce you to key modules created to build a strong foundation of expertise in Security Coordination and Design. Whether you’re new to the industry and looking to kickstart your career, or a professional looking to qualify your existing experience with a formal qualification, this course offers a dynamic and engaging learning experience no matter your preferred delivery method.
Delve into hands-on exercises, real-world scenarios, and practical insights that will not only expand your understanding but also equip you with the tools to make additional meaningful contributions to challenges within the workplace.
Teaching & Assessment
Learners will receive an SRF BTEC Level 4 Award upon successful completion of the assessments outlined below. This is an industry-recognised qualification, supporting your career development and promotion opportunities.
For this course there are a number of ways in which you will be assessed forming the SRF BTEC accreditation. Assessment is started during the training through a learner workbook, and also includes a project presentation and trainer evaluation. Assessment is supported by the tutor who can support you with getting the very best from the training.
Our academic team will provide continued support throughout the duration of your studies with us. Importantly, this means that when you sign up to study with us, we are with you for the whole journey, ensuring you receive the highest quality support and guidance for your success.
“ The course has been of immediate help to me in my day-to-day work activities and has also equipped me with the tools to conduct reviews for our security and safety policy. ”
Rabi Karki
British Embassy, Kathmandu Security Institute BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Security Management
“The learning throughout all the courses is certainly relevant to current industry practises and would assist in the delivery and/or improvements of security within any organisation!”
Richard Robinson MBE
BTEC Level 4 Security Managers, BTEC Level 4 Risk, Crisis and Disaster Management, & Level 5 Diploma in Security Management
“I was attracted to the option of an e-learning programme because it meant that I could learn in my own time and work this around my job responsibilities.”
Lynsey Lenton
Experian BTEC Level 3 Security Institute Certificate in Security Management
“As an academic, I can confirm that the modules were well structured and delivered, complemented by the friendly and supportive Perpetuity tutors.”
Dr Chaditsa Poulatova
Advanced Diploma in Security Management
Please note we can only apply one discount per booking. For UK face-to-face classroom training, we’ll provide lunch and can give you accommodation recommendations when you book.
John Murphy
Tutor
Richard Pendry
Tutor