Diploma of Security Risk Management

CPP50619

This page is updated when information changes, but it's always best to talk to your training provider to confirm course details before you enrol.

Overview

This is a qualification for security risk consultants who provide specialist advice on strategies to mitigate risk to people, property and assets including crowded places, as defined by Australia’s Strategy for Protecting Crowded Places from Terrorism (2017). Security risk consultants operating at this level work with a high level of autonomy to assess the current threat environment, assess risk management options, and prepare and implement security risk management plans and communication systems to respond to active threats.

Occupational titles may include:

  • security risk specialist
  • security consultant
  • security policy analyst
  • security strategist.

Legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply in some states and territories to the provision of advice on security solutions, strategies, protocols and procedures. For further information, check with the relevant regulatory authority.

  • Financial help

  • Cost

    Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.

    • VET Student Loans are not available
    • You may need to pay for equipment or materials.

  • On-the-job training

    • Apprenticeships and traineeships are not available for this course.

  • Entry requirements

    This course has entry requirements. See more information at the National Training Register

  • Duration

    You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.

    • Qualification only:
      1–2 years

  • Delivery options

    You may be able to access this training in these ways:

    • Part-time available
    • Partially online
    • Classroom-based

Course content

This course is made up of units.

All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.

For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.

Unit Unit type
Analyse threat environment and devise strategies to respond to active threats Core
Assess security risk management options Core
Develop security risk management plans Core
Implement communication systems to respond to active threats Core
Implement security risk management plans Core
Assess and prepare security tender submissions Elective
Coordinate security operations Elective
Develop strategies to implement advanced technology security systems Elective
Manage organisational customer service Elective
Manage people performance Elective
Manage personal work priorities and professional development Elective
Manage team effectiveness Elective
Manage work health and safety Elective

Job prospects

The Diploma of Security Risk Management sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.

  • Crowd Controller

    ANZSCO 442213

    Crowd Controllers carry out crowd control duties at entertainment, sporting or recreational venues.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate II or III

  • Security Consultant

    ANZSCO 442216

    Security Consultants advise clients on security requirements, and recommend and design security specifications.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

  • Security Officer

    ANZSCO 442217

    Security Officers patrol and guard industrial and commercial property, railway yards, stations and other facilities.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate II or III

Training providers delivering Diploma of Security Risk Management

It's a good idea to research multiple training providers to make sure you're getting the right training for you.

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How to enrol in this course

To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.

When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.

The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.

Delivery locations can change as students enrol. If you're doing any workplace-based training, like an apprenticeship, this will take place in a different location from your classroom training. Contact your training provider to confirm delivery locations.
Government funding may be available. Contact your training provider to confirm.
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