CPP20218 Certificate II in Security Operations (VIC)

• Must be at least 18 years of age to apply for a VIC security licence.
• Must have completed the approved training requirement. Note: training must be valid within 12 months of your licence application to Victoria Police LRD.
• Provide an identification reference from an acceptable referee who has known you for at least 12 months.
• Not be a prohibited person.
• Provide current VIC address documentation (e.g. VIC Driver's Licence) when applying for a security licence.
• Provide a full set of fingerprints as part of the application process.
• Provide certified copies of international police checks for any country resided in for 12+ months over the past 10 years since age 16 (if applicable).
• Australian/New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Australian Resident with full current working rights.
• Provide 100 points of Identification (e.g. Driver's Licence, Passport).
• Must have both training (FIRST AID + CPP20218) and meet general suitability criteria — be a "fit and proper person" (assessed by police including criminal history).
• If you answer 'Yes' to any medical history questions, you must provide a medical report from your treating doctor supporting your suitability.
• Must be able to actively participate in practical security and first aid scenarios including performing CPR on a manikin on the ground. Contact us before booking if you have physical challenges.
• LRD may be contacted for further information regarding eligibility.

• Course training runs over 10 days, with blended/face-to-face delivery and supported learning outside the classroom.
• You must complete pre-course online learning before training commences.
• During training, complete supported online learning and other activities (a combination of paper-based and online).
• Student support provided before and after class: 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM and 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM.
• Focus Areas: Orientation, Legal Frameworks, WHS, Communication, Risk, Conflict, Patrols, and First Aid.
• Daily Times: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM (with breaks).

Once you have registered online, you will need to:

• Complete the online Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) assessment. You may also attend the Brunswick office in person to complete this.
• Demonstrate strong English language and literacy skills — reading, writing, speaking and understanding.
• Provide 100 points of Identification when making an application for enrolment.
• Have a USI (Unique Student Identifier) number — www.usi.gov.au.
• Have access to a portable computer with a reliable internet connection for pre-course and in-course online components.
• Ensure any remaining fees are paid before course commencement.

All 14 units are included in the CPP20218. Students may apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Credit Transfer (CT) — see our website policies for details.

After completing this course, you can begin your security licence application. Key steps include:

• Apply for a new private security licence (issued for 3 years)
• Apply for a Victorian fingerprint/palmprint check
• Book a fingerprint/palmprint appointment

Note: From 3 February 2025, it is no longer a requirement to provide a National Police Certificate when applying for a private security licence. You will still need to provide fingerprints.

Completion of this course does NOT guarantee a security licence or employment in the security industry.