National Certificate in Security (Level 2)

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].

The New Zealand Security Association (NZSA) is the largest industry representative body for the security industry in New Zealand and represents over 85% of the industry by revenue. Its voluntary members include security providers ranging from large multi-nationals to sole traders and also includes individuals and companies who are not direct providers of security services but have an interest in the industry.

The stated objective of the New Zealand Security Association is to do all things necessary and lawful to ensure there is always available to the New Zealand public, a security industry comprising of persons and firms who are fit and proper. The New Zealand Security Association is committed to the highest standards of professional and ethical conduct at all times.

The NZSA represents and includes membership from the following sectors: