Course details

National Certificate in Security (Level 2)
NZQF Level 2

About the course

This qualification comprises underpinning knowledge and skills common to security personnel and is a prerequisite for higher level qualifications for personnel in specific areas of the security industry such as site security, event security, retail security, mobile patrol, secure transport, noise control, court security, and community security.

Graduates of this qualification will have demonstrated knowledge of:
the security industry and professional standards expected of the industry and those who work in it;
the law as it applies to the industry;
the application of communication skills;
health and safety requirements, and personal risk management;
dealing with emergencies as security personnel and be able to apply first aid skills;
conflict management and be able to apply communication skills and knowledge of distance, space and positioning to manage conflict; and
operational requirements, including control of entry and exit to premises, and observation and threat identification.

There is a small elective section that allows people to choose specified standards relevant to their role.

Graduates of this qualification will have the minimum qualification to enter the security industry as staff security personnel.

Holders of this certificate may progress onto the National Certificate in Security with strands in Court Security, Event Security, Mobile Patrol, Noise Control, Retail Security, Secure Transport, Site Security, and Community Security [Ref: 0227].

About the provider

Framework Solutions International is a private company in the competency based training and assessment business

Framework Solutions International specialises in training and consultancy that is linked to competency based qualifications frameworks, both nationally and internationally. Framework Solutions International has undertaken contracts in Bhutan, Fiji, and Samoa. We are currently working in Botswana with the Botswana Qualifications Authority, providing technical assistance in the development of a National Credit and Qualifications Framework. We are also working in Egypt, developing competency based qualifications in the fields of logistics and renewable energy.

Framework Solutions International has extensive experience in education and training both in the public and private sector, with over 30 years experience in the education sector. Managing Director, Lynn Stanton has personally assisted many Industry Training Organisations (ITOs) and Private Training Establishments (PTEs) with a full range of consultancy and training in such areas as:

  • National Qualifications Frameworks
  • The development of moderation systems
  • Unit standard and occupational standards writing and qualifications packaging
  • Programme development and accreditation
  • Assessor and Moderator training
  • Quality Management Systems and consent to assess applications
  • Train The Trainer courses
  • The National Certificate in Adult Education and Training (Levels 4 and 5)

Clients have included:

  • The Governments of New Zealand, Bhutan, Fiji, Samoa, Botswana, Kenya, and Egypt.
  • Project work with over 15 ITOs.
  • Numerous PTEs
  • Not for profits such as LIFE Unlimited Hearing Therapy Services and the National Audiology Centre.
  • Individuals.

Whether you are an individual, a small business, or a corporate looking for specific Qualifications Framework consultancy, training or assessment our organisation can find the Framework Solution for your situation.