NZ Certificate in Security - Foundation
Course details
| NZQF Level | 2 |
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About the course
Looking to get the know-how in keeping your community safe? This programme will give you the skills to be a great Security employee at an entry level, along with giving you a platform to pathway into higher studies within the Security industry and other related industries.
This course will allow you to achieve a Ministry of Justice security ‘Certificate of Approval’ (CoA). Applicants must be aged 18 or over and have no criminal record or have a ‘clean slate’.
What you can learn
- Communicate effectively with security management and staff, clients, and the public, while carrying out security work.
- Conduct yourself professionally, and apply knowledge of New Zealand Law relevant to the security industry.
- Operate security equipment and technology while carrying out security work.
- Apply knowledge of confidentiality, corporate sensitivity, privacy and specific client requirements, to protect clients in a security context.Opportunity to get first aid certification.
Entry requirements
Employment opportunities
- After completing this programme you will be eligible to work at an entry level within the Security industry. Security officers/guards may work for:
- Private security companies
- Retail businesses such as department stores
- Banks and financial institutions
- Bars and pubs
- Museums and galleries
- Manufacturing and construction companies
- Sports and entertainment venues
- The Police
About the provider
Founded in 2003, NZSE is an accredited NZQA Category One provider of tertiary qualifications in Business, Early Childhood Education, Healthcare, IT, Retail, Security, Military and University Preparation. With campuses in New Lynn, Manukau, Auckland CBD and Hamilton.
Whatever career path you choose at NZSE you will get the benefits of practical experience, industry connections and internationally recognised qualifications. NZSE is funded by the Tertiary Education Commission (TEC), and we have strong partnerships with leading universities and polytechnics such as University of AUT, Massey and Waikato. Our programmes provide a broad variety of educational opportunities and pathways for both international and domestic students.