Highfield Level 3 Award for Physical Intervention Trainers in the Private Security Industry – 2 days

Key Details on 2-Day PI Trainer Courses:

Structure: The course typically consists of 2 days of face-to-face, classroom-based training involving practical demonstrations, peer-to-peer feedback, and knowledge assessments (MCQs).
Pre-requisites: You generally need to hold a relevant, existing teaching qualification (e.g., Level 3 Education & Training) and often a Level 3 Award in the Delivery of Conflict Management Training.
Portfolio Submission: While the training takes 2 days, there is often a requirement to submit a portfolio or coursework, which may take up to 3 weeks to finalize, though certification can be faster if completed early.
Focus: The training covers primary control skills, breakaway techniques, and the legal/professional framework for physical interventions.
Refresher: Annual 1-day or 2-day refresher training is required to maintain the licence

This unit qualifies you to teach in the adult education sector.

Roles, Responsibilities, and Relationships: Understanding the legal requirements, equality, diversity, and boundaries of a trainer.
Inclusive Teaching and Learning: Methods for planning and delivering engaging sessions to diverse learners, including using different teaching resources.
Assessment Principles: Understanding types of assessment, feedback methods, and maintaining records.
Micro-Teaching Session: A required, practical, 15-to-30-minute demonstration where you teach a subject to peers and evaluate your own performance.

Level 3 Award for Delivering Physical Intervention Training

This is the core, specialized module for SIA trainers (often Highfield or SFJ Awards accredited).

Legal and Ethical Aspects: Understanding the law regarding reasonable force, duty of care, and professional implications of using physical intervention.
Risk Assessment and Reduction: Strategies to reduce risks of harm during physical intervention, including medical implications.
Non-Pain Compliant Skills: Practical training in holding, escorting, and separating techniques that do not rely on pain.
Physical Techniques:
- Primary Control Skills: Defensive skills, stance, and communication.
- Secondary Control Skills: Standing, holding, and escorting techniques.
- Breakaway Methods: Techniques to disengage from holds.
Post-Incident Procedures: Good practice following a physical intervention.

Assessment and Certification

Written Assessments: Multiple Choice Question (MCQ) exams and assignments covering legal and medical knowledge.
Practical Demonstration: A physical assessment demonstrating proficiency in the techniques taught.
Portfolio Submission: Developing a portfolio of evidence, including lesson plans, risk assessments, and a safety briefing.
Certification: Upon completion, you receive the Level 3 PI Trainer License, allowing you to train staff in SIA Door Supervisor and Top-Up courses.