CCTV Operator Training in Middlesbrough

The Highfield Level 2 CCTV Operator training course is essential for obtaining an SIA CCTV licence. Completing this training is your first step toward becoming a licensed professional in the security industry.

The exact number of CCTV cameras in use in the UK is unknown, but the British Security Industry Association estimates there are around 5 million across the nation. Behind these cameras are SIA licensed CCTV Operatives using technology in order to keep property and the public safe.

What does the CCTV Operator training include? 

The course covers everything from the legal aspects of CCTV monitoring to practical lessons on equipment and usage. Topics include:

• The main characteristics of the private security industry
• The importance of safe working practices
• Drug-misuse legislation
• The purpose of CCTV systems
• Surveillance techniques
• Producing evidential documentation

What assessments are included in the CCTV Operator training?

We understand that examinations can be a daunting prospect, but we assure you there is no need to worry. Everything you need to know for the examination is covered in the CCTV Operator course and your expert tutor will fully prepare you for success in the tests. On the final day of the course there will be three multiple choice exams and a practical assessment. Our pass rates are some of the highest in the business thanks to the highly experienced tutors and the quality of the training provided.

What jobs can you get with a CCTV licence?

CCTV Operators usually work in a control room that is connected to a wide array of camera footage, observing video feeds and often responding to alarms and coordinating with other security professionals. Employers typically include security companies, medium-large corporations, local councils, retail environments plus many other industries.

With your SIA CCTV Licence, you can pursue a number of roles, including:

• CCTV Operator in all industries
• Control Room Operative
• CCTV Controller
• CCTV Public Space Survelliance Operator
• Camera Enforcement Operator
• Mobile CCTV Operator
• Corporate Security Officer
• Surveillance Investigator
• And various management positions

The CCTV Operator Training Course is the perfect course for progressing your career in the private security industry. At Vistech, we not only provide the training you need but also help connect you with job opportunities across the security sector once you’re licensed.

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