Five Star Training Academy
Certificate II in Security Operations
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Start Your Career in Security with the CPP20118 Certificate II in Security Operations
Step confidently into the fast-growing security industry with the CPP20118 Certificate II in Security Operations — your essential qualification to become a licensed Security guard in Queensland.
Developed by industry experts, this nationally recognised course is designed to give you the real-world skills employers are looking for — from crowd control and patrolling to incident response and effective communication. You’ll be guided every step of the way by professional, industry-experienced trainers and assessors who know what it takes to succeed on the job.
At Five Star Training Academy, we don’t just train you — we connect you. Through our network of employers ready to interview graduates, you’ll have access to genuine employment opportunities upon completion of your course and licensing.
Gain the confidence, qualifications, and connections to start your career in one of Australia’s most in-demand industries.
✅ Nationally recognised qualification
✅ Experienced trainers currently working in the field
✅ Employer network ready to interview graduates
Your pathway to a rewarding security career starts here.
Security Licensing Eligibility
The Office of Fair Trading has determined that committing a criminal offence may affect your ability to get or hold a security licence.
Some criminal offences are so serious that you’ll be automatically disqualified from having a security licence if you have had a conviction recorded within the last 10 years.
For more information on disqualifying offences, please visit the Queensland government website.
Please note - we are not a CRICOS RTO.
International students on Visas will need to apply to a CRICOS Registered Training Organisation to complete Security Training.
Delivery mode
Five Star Training Academy offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Bowen Hills, QLD
- Bundaberg Central, QLD
- Cairns, QLD
- Logan, QLD
- Nerang, QLD
- Warana, QLD
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
To enrol in the CPP20118 Certificate II in Security Operations, students must meet the following entry requirements to work as an unarmed security officer in Queensland:
- be 18 or older and have proof of your identity at the time of application for licence
- have your fingerprints taken by the police
- pass a criminal history check
- complete the required training course.
No prior security experience is required — this course is designed for new entrants looking to begin a professional career as a licenced Security Officer.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
- QLD Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the QLD Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- Option 1: Class 1 (without First Aid) – $1,300
- Option 2: Class 1 with First Aid – $1,400
- Option 3: Class 1 with First Aid – Career Start Funding
Concessional - $20
Non-Concessional - $20
To access a subsidised training place under Career Start, a student must meet the following criteria:
- aged 15 years or older;
- not be a school student;
- permanently reside in Queensland;
- be an Australian citizen, or Australian permanent resident (includes humanitarian entrant), or a temporary resident with the right visa and work permits on the pathway to permanent residency, or a New Zealand citizen;
- not already have a certificate III or higher qualification completed within the last 10 years (qualifications completed as a school student and foundation skills qualifications do not count);
- not be enrolled in another qualification, even if it is on hold or deferred, whether funded by DTET or not (foundation skills qualifications do not count).
Career opportunities
The Certificate II in Security Operations will prepare you for the following roles.
Security Guard
A Security Guard looks after the safety of people, property or valuable items. You might be assigned to stand guard at an area where there are secu...
Security Officer
A Security Officer ensures the safety of an area, person or valuable item they have been assigned to. You may look after crowd control at a large e...
CCTV Operator
A CCTV Operator uses security footage to monitor the safety of an area or premises. You might be keeping an eye on patrons or facilities or you cou...
Bodyguard
A Bodyguard provides protective security services to clients. You might attend specific events with a client or provide everyday security services....
Crowd Controller
A Crowd Controller manages the behaviour of large groups of people at events such as concerts and sporting competitions. You’ll ensure crowds are b...
About Five Star Training Academy
Five Star Training Academy specialise in providing Security guard training courses, Crowd Controller refresher, Hospitality, Workplace Skills, First Aid and CPR courses that are professional, flexible and in line with industry standards.
